The International Academy of Hope (iHOPE) is a highly specialized brain injury school in New York City. It meets a significant and unmet need in the NYC community, while also serving as a world-class model of best practices and high tech solutions in the delivery of educational brain injury services. 

A short-term, in-home based training program dedicated to helping caregivers manage their child's/family member's challenging behaviors. The service is designed to help caregivers better understand and more effectively cope with their child's/family member's needs. Training may focus on behavioral issues and daily living skills, such as toileting.

In-home respite provides families with loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities a break from their daily routine. Trained staff provides scheduled care for the person with a disability. This service gives the person new opportunities to develop greater independence.

In-home sexuality education and training in Queens is available for people ages 9 and up. Individual assessments and training plans provided. Topics covered include: the body, hygiene, puberty, personal identity, boundaries, abuse, relationships, and more.

Applicants must have OPWDD eligibility and reside at home with their family in Queens to enroll in this service.

YAI's Independent Living Skills Program (ILSP) is a series of 12-week group sessions, providing the opportunity for adults, 18 or older, to learn and develop skills in a group setting. Sessions focus on judgment, decision making, risk-taking, recognizing strengths, problem-solving, self-esteem, and self-advocacy.

NIPD/NJ provides information and referral services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, parents, professionals, and caregivers looking to access services in New Jersey.