Employee Spotlight Megan Grady

” There are always challenges, but now I see those moments as opportunities to connect and problem-solve, not just as obstacles. And when you start to see progress — even small steps — it’s incredibly rewarding.” Megan Grady DH: Megan, we are very excited to put Megan Grady, in the Jawonio Employee Spotlight today! Let’s…

CEO Newsletter: April 2025

CEO Newsletter, APRIL 2025 A Message from Randi Rios-Castro, CEO Randi Rios-Castro, CEO We Are Stronger Together During these challenging times, we need your help and advocacy more than ever! We are stronger together and our collective voices will help spring us forward! In 2025, we will continue to focus on the critical issue of…

Employee Spotlight Audra Morrison

EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR Congratulations to Audra Morrison, Purchasing Manager Recognizing our staff is a highlight for us throughout the year. Celebrating the exceptional dedication of individuals like Audra, reminds us of how appreciative we are for her contributions and commitment to our mission.  SO MUCH GOOD HAPPENS HERE. Join our team and start an…

Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month

Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month at Jawonio: Embracing Neurodiversity and Innovation April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate the unique strengths and perspectives of individuals with autism. At Jawonio, we’re proud to join the global community in fostering understanding, acceptance, and inclusion. More than just awareness, we strive for a world where neurodiversity is…

National Caregivers Day

Let’s Celebrate National Caregivers Day National Caregivers Day, observed annually on the third Friday of February, is a special occasion dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions of caregivers. At Jawonio, we take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to our exceptional care teams at every level. Each of our lifespan services division staff provides…

Black History Month 2025

Black History Month 2025 Celebrating “African Americans and Labor” at the Intersection of History and Ability We Must Never Forget That Black History is American History Black History Month is a time for reflection, celebration, and education. Jawonio, in both Rockland and Yonkers, honors the remarkable achievements throughout our history, and to acknowledge the ongoing struggles…

Rally in the Valley March 7 2025

Jawonio Advocacy Event: Rally in the Valley March 7, 2025 10am | Boulders Stadium WHY YOUR VOICE MATTERS IN 2025 The challenges facing Jawonio this year, along with our sister agencies in New York State are undeniable. Inadequate funding, increasing operational costs, and the growing needs of the communities we serve are putting immense strain…