This database is of resources most commonly referred to when someone calls the LINK department. Search resources using the search box, or target resources by categories and tags listed to the right. YAI does not intimately know all the programs on this list. Availability and service changes are beyond our control. If you are trying to understand what an acronym might mean, check out our Acronym Guide. If you are unable to find what you are looking for, please feel free to call us at 212.273.6182.
CLOSEThere are special financial aid and scholarship opportunities for students with a variety of diagnoses. The purpose of this guide is to focus on these financial aid opportunities and discuss how to take advantage of them.
New York City agencies are required to appoint a Disability Service Facilitator (DSF) in efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under the ADA and other federal state and local laws and regulations concerning accessibility for persons with disabilities. The Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities has compiled a full list of Disability Service Facilitators for all NYC agencies to contact regarding disability specific questions and issues.
In-Person Assisters (IPAs)/Navigators provide in-person enrollment assistance to individuals, families, small businesses, and their employees who would like help applying for health insurance through the Marketplace.
The IPA/Navigator program is designed to meet the needs of New Yorkers by providing assistance in convenient, community-based locations. IPAs/Navigators provide culturally competent, linguistically appropriate, and disability accessible enrollment services. They are available at convenient times, including evenings and weekends, at no cost to enrollees.
The Autism Science Foundation’s mission is to support autism research by providing funding and other assistance to scientists and organizations conducting, facilitating, publicizing and disseminating autism research. The organization also provides information about autism to the general public and serves to increase awareness of autism spectrum disorders and the needs of people and families affected by autism.
This searchable database is an online version of the Coalition for the Homeless Resource Guide, with the most comprehensive catalog of emergency services in New York City.
Benefits Plus Learning Center has compiled a Government Resources Manual with information on services such as advocacy, mental health programs, benefits and entitlements.
