News & Updates

Excitement and emotions were high in the Opalka Gallery at Russell Sage College’s Albany campus as students in The College Experience Program  prepare to embark on the next chapter in their academic journey. The announcement is official! Living Resources is partnering with Russell Sage to preserve, strengthen, and grow our College Experience Program long into the future. After the College of Saint Rose suddenly announced it would be closing at the end of the Spring 2024 semester, efforts immediately began to find the best possible new home for all of the learning, achievements, and lifelong connections that The College Experience [...]

Individuals across multiple Living Resources programs are coming together to tell New York State lawmakers that added investment in the I/DD community is needed in the final version of the FY 2025 State Budget. Our organization plans on sending that important message in a very creative way. The Development Department designed and printed Valentine’s Day cards, emblazoned with the message “Share the Love with the I/DD Community this Valentine’s Day.” The back was largely left blank, aside from phrases like “Show our DSPs some LOVE,” ”Invest in my future so I can keep growing,” and “No U-Turns on the road [...]

We have a new, innovative tool in our resource toolbox to enhance our mission of supporting and empowering individuals with disabilities to live with dignity, independence, and happiness. It’s called VivaLynx! “Many individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities desire the freedom that comes with independent living. While the transition is exciting, it can also be intimidating. Originally designed to help seniors age in place, VivaLynx technology can empower individuals to take the next steps in their independence journey,” stated Living Resources CEO, Elizabeth Martin. Participants can customize their tablets to reflect their personal needs, including work schedules, doctor’s appointments, taking vitamins [...]

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At our Brain Injury Program's holiday festivities, an air of good cheer enveloped every moment with a special touch. The festivities commenced with a dazzling one-of-a-kind sale, featuring beautifully crafted homemade ornaments, coasters, and holiday cards—a true celebration of creativity and craftsmanship. Following this enchanting retail experience, they gathered for a delightful holiday party that truly warmed the soul where they indulged in delectable holiday treats, exchanged gifts, and heartfelt well-wishes. In every homemade creation, in every shared smile, the essence of the holiday season was in the air, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who joined in [...]

Dozens of dedicated employees who have been working at Living Resources for 10 to 15 years were honored on December 5, 2023 with tasty food, drinks, and a holiday gift of a green zip-up sweatshirt adorned with the Living Resources logo. A breakfast and happy hour were hosted at the office on Washington Avenue Extension in Albany, giving those who have honed their skills for more than a decade the chance to meet, mingle, and share stories. CEO Elizabeth Martin was on hand, taking time to speak one-on-one with as many people as possible. She wanted to know what made [...]

Westchester County is going “Without Walls!” The Day Community Opportunities Program (DCOP) celebrated the grand opening of its new space at 280 Dobbs Ferry Road in White Plains with a ribbon cutting on December 4, 2023. Individuals enrolled in the program, their families, caregivers, and community members were among those on hand for the ceremonial snip of the gold ribbon. DCOP teams plan to start rolling out of this hub in early January 2024. “So far, we have eight individuals signed up, including one participant who will be trialing on high school breaks,” shares Alyssa Jackey, Assistant Director of DCOP [...]

During this holiday season of thankfulness, we introduce you to Molly. Molly is a participant in our Brain Injury Program and says her injury saved her life. She means those words deeply. Molly suffered an aneurysm and had to be rushed to the hospital for brain surgery. She lives with the aftermath but feels that if that sudden medical emergency had never happened, she might not be alive today. “I was going down a really bad road before,” she explains, “I was drinking too much, doing drugs and stuff, so in that sense, having a brain injury brought me back [...]

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Dora Butner, a 2021 graduate of The College Experience, took her grit and determination to the New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 5 and finished the 26.2 mile long race with a time of five hours and 49 minutes! That is a feat that those outside of the running-world can hardly dream of! “The best part was crossing the finish line,” Dora shares, “It felt really good. There were more hills than I expected. I knew it was going to be tough, but I didn’t expect it to be as tough as it was. For the first 10 miles, I was [...]