“Jawonio is the kind of place that reminds you why you wanted to work in the first place. It’s a mix of challenge and purpose, you’re constantly learning new things, but you’re also part of something that matters.” Amanda Olachea, Junior Application Developer, Jawonio ; Graduate, Dominican University, May, 2026 A Conversation with Amanda Olachea:…
Q1 Spring Newsletter CEO Message Upcoming Events So Much Good Happens Here Video Family Spotlight Autism Acceptance and Awareness Month Staff Recognition and Highlights Become a Monthly Sustainer A Message from Randi Rios-Castro Happy April to our Jawonio community, and welcome to Spring. As we embrace the season and the close of the first quarter,…
“You are not alone. There is support out there, and your child is capable of more than you may even imagine. The unknown can feel overwhelming at first, but with clarity and understanding, you will be able to do what it takes to give your child the tools they need to succeed and reach their…
“My work is deeply meaningful to me and fills my soul.” Carol King, Associate Director, Day Habilitation Services, Rockland County A Conversation with Carol King: DH: Carol, it’s truly an honor to sit down with you. Congratulations on 36 incredible years at Jawonio—your impact is woven into so much of who we are today. To…
On Friday, March 13, more than 3,200 community members gathered at the Rockland Community College Fieldhouse to advocate for the rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) at Jawonio’s third annual “Rally in the Valley.” Speakers emphasized the importance of a 4% increase in funding for direct support professionals (DSPs) to keep up…
Rally in the Valley brought people with disabilities out to demand more pay for support workers on the state and federal level on March 13, 2026.
“We say invest in people. We say invest in our workforce. And we say protect services for people with disabilities,” said Randi Rios-Castro, CEO of Jawonio.
Third Annual Rally in the Valley At RCC Will Draw More Than 40 Groups Rallying For State Officials To Bolster Spiraling Costs.
NEW CITY — Marie has helped people living in a St. Dominic’s Family Services residence for 10 years. The direct support professional describes her relationship with the residents, who have a range of disabilities, as “family.” But the Rockland resident is in jeopardy of losing her Temporary Protected Status and having to return to Haiti.
Rally in the Valley: New York State is United for Human Rights Rally in the Valley isn’t just an event. it’s a movement. Hosted by Jawonio and the Hudson Valley Service Providers that includes almost 40 partner agencies. It will be where statewide advocates and community comes together to stand up for what’s right urging…
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