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For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), independence isn't just a goal, it's a right.

Your support helps YAI invest in assistive technologies that empower autonomy and dignity. From smart lights that improve sleep to apps that bridge communication barriers, your gift transforms lives.

Meet Suzy, Connor, and Leon, three people using assistive tech to shape their futures.

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News & Stories

Read more about When Technology Becomes a Lifeline for People With I/DD
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When Technology Becomes a Lifeline for People With I/DD

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Read more about On the Move: How Travel Training Builds Everyday Independence
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On the Move: How Travel Training Builds Everyday Independence

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Read more about Building Careers, Building Confidence: YAI’s Employment Program Opens Doors
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Building Careers, Building Confidence: YAI’s Employment Program Opens Doors

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Read more about How a Marathon Road Trip Sparked a Family Reunion and a Journey of Self-Discovery
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How a Marathon Road Trip Sparked a Family Reunion and a Journey of Self-Discovery

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Services

Education

Education

YAI’s affiliate schools, Manhattan Star Academy and iHOPE, serve students ages 3-21. Both schools focus on communication, technology, and promoting independent living skills.

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Clinical Services

Clinical Services

Everything from medical and dental care to rehab to therapy is available at YAI’s Premier HealthCare and Center for Specialty Therapy.

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Crisis & Behavior Supports

Crisis & Behavior Supports

Grounded in elements of positive psychology, YAI’s crisis and behavior services offer respite and other crucial interventions to support families in crisis.

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What is YAI?

YAI and its network of affiliate agencies offer children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) a comprehensive range of services. Committed to seeing beyond disability, YAI provides opportunities for people to live, love, work, and learn in their communities.

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Careers

Do you have a passion for supporting and empowering others? Are you caring, motivated, positive, and team-oriented? If you want a career based on supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you. 

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