In a Pandemic Remember Special Needs Caregivers
Aides in group homes making $13 an hour are essential and deserve support like other health care workers,” says the chairman of Jawonio Michael Algranati.
NY Group Homes Face Mounting Challenges From Coronavirus
The direct support staff who care for residents with chronic medical needs in Hudson Valley group homes are facing challenges over the coronavirus outbreak.
Anthony Mundy: More than a Diagnosis of Downs Syndrome
Anthony Mundy, a member of Jawonio’s day program who was born with down syndrome, lives a full life with friends and family in Spring Valley.
New City Demolition Makes way for Jawonio
“This is the building where tens of thousands of children have been helped…where they took their first steps, sang their first songs. ” Jill Warner, CEO
Minimum Wage Strains Workers Supporting Disabled New Yorkers
Sen. David Carlucci took his oath of office at Jawonio, one of the nonprofit agencies that provides lifespan services for the most vulnerable New Yorkers.
