News & Updates

Living Resources is proud to celebrate an incredible achievement by three of the individuals we support, Bobby, Catherine, and Tor, who recently brought home a gold medal in softball while representing Team New York at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota. Competing alongside athletes from across the country, Bobby, Catherine, and Tor demonstrated outstanding teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Their dedication and hard work culminated in an unforgettable championship victory, earning Team New York the gold medal. This accomplishment is about far more than winning a game. It reflects months of commitment, countless hours of practice, [...]

The entire Living Resources community is bursting with pride as we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Nick Williams, a phenomenal 2018 graduate of the Living Resources College Program, The College Experience! Nick has just officially wrapped filming on a brand-new movie where he takes center stage as the lead actor. Based on Nick’s own original screenplay and directed by the talented Lora Lee Ecobelli in collaboration with the Blue Horse Repertory Company, this project is a massive milestone. We don't want to give away too many spoilers just yet, but the film offers a brilliant, modern take on the classic [...]

There is no better way to wrap up a fantastic year of growth, friendship, and fun than with a celebration that gets everyone moving. Recently, the Living Resources After School Program hosted our annual End of the School Year party at Kingpins Alley in Latham. It was a major milestone for our community, as almost every single student enrolled in the program was able to join us on the lanes for an incredibly vibrant, high-energy evening. The students hit the lanes right away, bowling a spirited first game full of cheers, high-fives, and plenty of pins flying. After working up [...]

A Regional Celebration for the Day Community Opportunities Program There is nothing quite like a summer barbecue to bring people together. Recently, a few of our Day Community Opportunities Program (DCOP) groups did just that on a grand scale. While a typical cookout might bring one county or program together, this special event was a true regional celebration. Individuals and staff traveled from Orange, Columbia, Ulster, Rockland, Westchester, and Dutchess counties to share a day of community, connection, and pure fun. The Perfect Setting at Cluett Schantz Memorial Park The beautiful Cluett Schantz Memorial Park in Milton, New York, served [...]

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Earlier this week, Living Resources welcomed OPWDD Commissioner Willow Baer and members of her leadership team to learn more about the organization’s innovative programming and the life-changing impact of its College Experience and College-2-Life (C2L) programs. Joining Commissioner Baer were James Kaufman, Deputy Commissioner for the Division of Policy and Program Development, and Jennifer Morrison-Diallo, Deputy Director. During the visit, the OPWDD team explored several innovative therapies and supports utilized by Living Resources, including virtual reality exposure therapy, and met with current students and graduates whose lives have been transformed through the organization’s educational and independent living programs. One of [...]

Yesterday, Living Resources leadership traded office desks for paint brushes as part of our annual 518 Day of Service, a special tradition inspired by the Capital Region’s 518 area code and rooted in community, teamwork, and pride in the homes we support. On May 18, executive and leadership team members spent the day at four Living Resources residences, two in Albany, one in Clifton Park, and one in Niskayuna, working alongside our Facilities team to complete household improvement projects. This year’s focus: painting residential ramps. While painting a ramp may sound simple, anyone who has tackled one knows it’s detailed, [...]

The Columbia-Green Day Community Opportunities program at Living Resources continues to expand meaningful opportunities for individuals we support, most recently through an exciting new partnership with Three Rivers Homestead. Participants recently visited the Hannacroix, NY based homestead to get acquainted with what will soon become a regular volunteer site. Beginning this season, the group will return every Wednesday to contribute their time and energy in a variety of hands-on activities. These include building birdhouses, grooming animals, and assisting with trail creation across the property. These are projects that not only support the homestead but also offer engaging, skill-building experiences. This [...]

My name is Barbara Bouchey, and I am honored to once again serve as an Honorary Chairperson and premier sponsor for Living Resources’ annual “Tribute to Transforming Lives” event. Last year, I shared the story of my family, the challenges we faced, and the journey that shaped us in so many wonderful ways. This year, I find myself thinking about what it means to continue that journey, how the need for care, compassion, and community doesn’t end, but evolves over time. My brothers, Danny and Brian, have always been at the heart of that story. Danny, who we lost, was [...]

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