Press Releases
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Dream Comes True for People with Disabilities and Their Families
February 3, 2012
After nearly 10 years of talking about and planning a group home for adults with developmental disabilities, it will become a reality on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012, in Brooklyn. Read more -
FDNY and YAI Network Produce DVD on Fire Safety for People with Developmental Disabilities
October 18, 2011
As part of Fire Prevention Week, the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) and the YAI Network celebrated the debut of a new fire safety education DVD and CD-ROM workbook designed for people with developmental disabilities and the staff who work with them. Read more -
FDNY and YAI Network Raise Awareness About Fire Safety For People with Developmental Disabilities
October 12, 2011
As part of Fire Prevention Week, the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) and the YAI Network will host a press conference on Friday, Oct. 14, 2011, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., at a YAI Network group home in Hollis Hills, N.Y., to raise public awareness about the importance of teaching people with developmental disabilities and the staff who work with them fire safety. Read more -
Levy Restaurants Relies on People with Disabilities at US Open
September 2, 2011
Levy Restaurants is the largest seasonal employer of people with disabilities who receive job training, coaching and placement from the YAI Network, and the 2011 US Open marked the 13th season of this partnership. Read more -
Stephen Freeman Named CEO of YAI Network Upon Conclusion of Dr. Philip Levy's Contract
July 28, 2011
Dr. Philip H. Levy, a longtime leader in the field of developmental and learning disabilities, announced his retirement as Chief Executive Officer and President of the YAI Network upon the conclusion of his contract on June 30, 2011. Stephen E. Freeman, L.C.S.W., Chief Operating Officer of the YAI Network, has assumed the position of CEO. Read more -
YAI Signs Agreement with Pakistan Agency to Provide Assistance to People with Disabilities
May 9, 2011
Seeking to enhance the services available to children with developmental disabilities, Inclusive Society Pakistan Chapter signed an agreement with the YAI Network on Tuesday, May 3, 2011, to provide technical, health care and rehabilitative assistance to the country where 10-15 percent of the population has disabilities. Read more -
Premier HealthCare Earns Higher Patient-Centered Medical Home Designation
April 29, 2011
Premier HealthCare, a medical practice with doctors, dentists and specialist trained to treat patients with developmental disabilities, has been designated a Level 2 Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). Premier HealthCare is a member of the YAI Network. All of Premier HealthCare’s five practices – located in Manhattan, Brooklyn (2), Queens and the Bronx -- received this recognition. Read more -
Sherri Shepherd Joins YAI on Power 105.1
April 22, 2011
Catch YAI Network Spokesperson Sherri Shepherd, co-host of ABC-TV's "The View" and host of the Game Show Network's "The Newlywed Game," and Nicole Aubry, Manager of the YAI and Broadview Networks Central Park Challenge on Kim Kane's Power on the Block public affairs show at 7 a.m. on Sunday, April 24, 2011, on Power 105.1 FM. Read more -
Jordan Journal
April 19, 2011
On the eve of the official opening of the first two group homes for 12 young men with developmental disabilities, YAI Network's Matt Aubry shares him impressions. Read more -
Partnerships Lead to Expanded Health Care Services for Bronx Residents With Developmental Disabilities
November 5, 2010
More than 100 local officials, area residents, caregivers, health care professionals and supporters gathered recently to celebrate the expansion of Premier HealthCare which can now provide more Bronx residents with developmental and learning disabilities with medical, dental and specialty services. Read more -
Expanded Health Care Services for Bronx Residents with Disabilities
October 22, 2010
Partnerships with Primary Care Development Corp. and Henry Schein, Inc. Enhance Medical Care in the Borough Read more -
Jordan Signs Pact With YAI Network To Develop Services for People With Disabilities
September 1, 2010
In a major step toward enhancing the lives of tens of thousands of Jordanians with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, His Royal Highness Prince Raad Bin Zaid signed an agreement with the YAI Network on Aug. 31, 2010, to develop Jordan’s first group residences for individuals with disabilities. Read more -
YAI Network To Partner With Jordan To Develop Programs For People With Developmental Disabilities
August 30, 2010
Impressed With Services, Prince of Jordan Turns to YAI Network for Expertise. Read more -
Premier HealthCare Earns Patient-Centered Medical Home National Certification
June 23, 2010
Medical practice for people with developmental disabilities cited for outstanding coordinated care. Read more -
Thousands Gather To Support People With Disabilities At YAI And Broadview Networks Central Park Challenge
June 9, 2010
ore than 11,000 people participated in YAI and Broadview Networks 25th Annual Central Park Challenge, benefiting the YAI Network on Saturday, June 5. Read more -
Queens Child With Autism Taking The City By Storm As Face Of YAI And Broadview Networks Central Park Challenge
June 3, 2010
His face shines throughout New York City – on billboards, telephone kiosks, and television; in buses, subways, and newspapers. His curly hair and bright smile can also be found on thousands of posters and brochures. Read more -
Families, Children and Providers Rally in Support of City's $1.5 Million Autism Initiative
May 25, 2010
The YAI Network will join staff from more than 20 service providers, parents of children with autism, individuals of all ages and New York City Councilman Mark Weprin at a rally on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 10 a.m. on the steps of City Hall urging the New York City Council to continue its $1.575 million city-wide autism initiative serving families not eligible for other public support. Read more -
Memories of a Tragic Past Continue to Fuel Social Revolution for People with Developmental Disabilities
May 6, 2010
Recalling his experience in exposing the horrific conditions at the Willowbrook State School in Staten Island, N.Y, as a young reporter for WABC-TV nearly 40 years ago, Rivera emphasized the continued need to fight for the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities. Read more -
Hundreds Attend Free Spanish-Language Health Care Conference for Families of People with Developmental Disabilities
March 19, 2010
There was laughter, tears, handshakes and hugs as more than 300 Spanish-speaking professionals and people who have family members with developmental disabilities recently attended a free Latino Health Care Conference, sponsored by Premier HealthCare, YAI/NIPD and the Center for Latin American, Caribbean and Latino Studies at CUNY Graduate Center. Read more -
Conferencia de Salud Para las Familias de Personas con Discapacidades: ¡Gratuita y en Español!
March 5, 2010
Sexta conferencia anual de la salud, gratuita y en español – “Cambiando su Destino: Paso por Paso”. Read more -
ANCOR Announces Winner of 2009 DSP Capital Challenge
February 9, 2010
Today ANCOR announced that YAI/National Institute for People with Disabilities, a member of the YAI Network, has won the Direct Support Professional (DSP) Capital Challenge and recipient of its annual ANCOR Advocacy Award! Read more
