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The New York State Rehabilitation Association is a statewide 501 (c) (6) organization representing over 130 rehabilitation providers, that advocates on behalf of people with differing disabilities and the agencies who serve them. NYSRA is governed by a twenty-three member Board of Directors, which meets quarterly. Our community providers offer the full spectrum of services to consumers throughout New York State, including individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness, deaf and hearing impaired and vision problems, in addition to addiction and traumatic brain injuries. Collectively, NYSRA's member agencies are instrumental in assisting consumers toward full integration into the community. NYSRA's providers also have a rich history in promoting employment opportunities for individuals that range from work centers to one-stops.
NYSRA is distinguished as a strong and diverse association that represents members across the rehabilitation spectrum as well as the interests of individual sectors. We are also a valuable resource for families who inquire about referrals to our vast network of community service agencies. NYSRA prides itself on our collective diversity through which our member agencies foster person-centered planning, self determination, consumer choice, empowerment, mainstreaming, and integration. These are the principles through which our member agencies operate, to provide options and opportunities for people with disabilities to live and successfully work in the community.
NYSRA Mission Statement
It is the purpose and mission of the New York State Rehabilitation Association, Inc., a 501 (c) (6)
corporation to:
- Provide leadership and advocacy on multiple matters of public policy on behalf of community rehabilitation providers, and to work with individuals with differing abilities and other consumers to improve and enhance rehabilitation and educational services throughout the State;
- Inform, educate, and support NYSRA members in their efforts to offer a diverse spectrum of services and employment opportunities to consumers; and
- Support and promote policy and other initiatives that will help integrate and mainstream people with differing abilities into the community.
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