BRIDGING THE GAP
Living Resources’ core purpose is to support and empower individuals with disabilities or other life-challenging conditions to live with dignity, independence, and purpose. Growth and purpose are unique for each person and at Living Resources, we offer a supportive environment that allows individuals to meet and exceed their personal goals.
Our more than 700 Super Hero staff members provide a wide range of services to more than 1,800 families and individuals helping them to reach new levels of independence. Each day is a success here at Living Resources and each one of our individuals’ accomplishments are celebrated and make us proud to be a part of the Living Resources family.
Our services are individualized and offered in a variety of settings from 60+ residential housing arrangements, site-based services, college programs; day opportunities, arts, community volunteering, supported employment, afterschool programs, counseling services, and so much more.
1.27 million hours provided annually
NEWS & UPDATES
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Advocacy In Action
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Since 1985, Living Resources has helped individuals with disabilities pursue meaningful careers in the Capital Region. 🏢✨
With 300+ adults served and dozens of local business partners, we’re building a more inclusive future.
Learn more:
💻 LivingResources.org
📞 (518) 218-0000
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Tap back into your childhood and create a collage that would make your inner child happy with Art Instructor Emma Rinaldi⭐
Come make free art at the Artfully Unique Gallery! We will making nostalgic collages that look back on what brought people joy as a child.
The class is free with a suggested donation of $5.🌈
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This month was a powerful one for Living Resources, as individuals from our Day Community Opportunities program and our College Experience program took their voices directly to the New York State Capitol in Albany. It was a day filled with purpose, collaboration, and vital advocacy for the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
For our College Experience program, this visit was more than advocacy; it was empowerment in action. As part of their navigation class, students independently navigated the public transportation system, riding the bus from campus to the Capitol. This hands-on application of their skills built confidence, reinforced independence, and demonstrated their capability in a real-world setting.
Advocacy at Living Resources is rooted in inclusivity. The voices of those we support were not only present, they were leading the conversation. Alongside them, our leadership team and board members met with legislators to further elevate the issues affecting the disability community and Direct Support Professionals. Ajani Boyd, an individual supported by Living Resources, shared his personal story and spoke candidly about how the proposed budget would impact his life. His voice brought clarity, authenticity, and urgency to the discussion.
At Living Resources, advocacy isn’t just a value displayed on our wall, it is something we live and practice each and every day. The voices heard at the Capitol were powered by our core values: collaboration in working side by side, empowerment in self-advocates leading the way, excellence in the services we fight to sustain, inclusivity in whose voices are centered, integrity in speaking honestly about what’s needed, and kindness in uplifting the entire community. When our values lead the way, meaningful change follows.
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At Living Resources, our hearts are full today and that’s largely thanks to YOU.
This Valentine’s Day, we want to take a moment to share the love and express our sincere gratitude for your incredible support. Your generosity helps provide the care, empowerment, and sense of community that individuals with I/DD and brain injuries rely on every day. Because of you, lives are enriched, goals are achieved, and meaningful connections are made.
Thank you for being such an important part of our community.
Wishing you a day filled with joy and warmth!
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Let’s talk about love, dating, and disability.
Join Disability EmpowHER Network for an evening dedicated to navigating the dating world as disabled women. This is a space created by us, for us to share stories, discuss self-love, and build community.
We’ll be hanging out at Common Roots Albany Outpost, and we’d love to see you there!
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 19th | 6 PM – 8 PM
WHERE: Common Roots Albany (19 Quackenbush Square)
COST: Free!
Ready to join? please RSVP here: forms.gle/mobMywkqirBvZNvZ7
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