Home Care Complaint Line
Home care complaint tracking hotline administered by the Human Resources Administration
The I/DD resource library
More information about applying for a service and availability
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.
CLOSECASA
CASA offers home care services for children and adults receiving services from OPWDD. Fax or mail their M11Qs directly to the correct CASA borough office (See handout). M11Q must have “OPWDD” written on header to be exempt from managed home care services. M11Qs are available at https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/hra/downloads/pdf/services/micsa/m_11q.pdf
NY Connects
NY Connects provides free, unbiased information and assistance. NY Connects can help you link to long term services and supports, such as home care, transportation, and meals.
ACS Family Home Care
The Family Home Care program crisis intervention services help families, when feasible, keep their children safely at home with home care services including:
- Child care instruction and home management skills training for parents and guardians.
- Personal care services to parents and children, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily living.
Chinese-American Planning Council- Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program
Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) is provided through Chinese-American Planning Council. CDPAP allows families to hire the caregiver of their choice, including most family members and friends.