Jawonio In The News
CBS2’s Tony Aiello went to a new Lego resale store that’s making a difference brick by brick.
Lego fans looking for a new set or who need a few red or yellow special pieces, or moms sick of bins full of bricks the kids never play with can all find happiness at a new Hudson Valley Lego resale store.
Jawonio’s Brick It Again, a Lego resale store in Valley Cottage March 24, 2023. Staff will include people with disabilities, which gives them jobs, skills and income.
CEO Randi Rios-Castro spoke with Ernie Anastos and Patricia Stark on WABC Radio “Pep Talk Podcast” about our new Brick it Again store.
Jawonio Debuts “Brick It Again” At Lake Ridge Plaza On March 28 at 11 am
Jawonio has received grants to build a new behavioral health center for adult clients with mental health issues, CEO Randi Rios-Castro calls “a game-changer.”
Audit by Comptroller’s office show minority children in NY state aren’t getting the therapies they may need as fast as they should.
Tania Savayan speaks with Jawonio CEO Randi Rios-Castro as they take a look at the early intervention services at Jawonio.
A brand new facility not only promises to help those with special needs, but offer a boost to the local economy as well.
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of the $20 million Jawonio campus in New City, Rockland County.
The Mid-Hudson region’s non-profit disability service providers support more than 33,000 full-time jobs and generate more than $2 billion in economic impact.
Jawonio applauds Gov. Hochul for establishing the office of Chief Disability Officer, and appointing Kimberly Hill. She ensures vulnerable groups have a voice.
A New City group that helps people with special needs is celebrating 75 years. Since 1947, Jawonio has been helping children and adults reach their fullest potential.
Rockland Jewish Family Service, Jawonio Inc., the State of New York’s Vocational Rehabilitation Services, and Westchester Medical Center are eager to provide an update on a recent collaboration program that is nearly four years in the making.
Managing Director Philip J. DeAngelo announced that the firm has exceeded its decade-long goal of donating a million dollars to local charities. Focused Wealth Management and the DeAngelo family, have given a total of $1.1 million to charity.
Gov. Kathy Hochul said she plans to use her first state budget to boost funding to private schools that serve children with disabilities by $240 million. But, her declaration last week came as she vetoed similar legislation.
Hochul signed a three bills designed to help people with developmental disabilities. “People with disabilities are a crucial part of our New York family and deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.”
Jawonio, provider of special needs services including developmental disabilities, mental health challenges and chronic medical needs for children and adults has raised a record-breaking $202,000 dollars.
On November 24, Nick Spano, Honorary Chair, Operation Santa Claus, awarded record amounts of grants to assist developmentally disabled children and adults, totaling $50,000.
As a local developmental disabilities service provider moves into its 75th year, the organization unveiled a rebrand to go along with their new facilities in New City/
Jawonio Unveils New Visual Identity That Underscores Their History, Leadership and Innovation As An Award-Winning Provider Of Disability and Mental Health Services.
Rihanna DeLaunay knows she could earn more at a different job. But she cared deeply for the people she helps as a direct support professional at Jawonio.
Jawonio Board of Directors Name Associate Executive Director Randi Rios-Castro to succeed Jill Warner as CEO.
Jawonio featured as one of many nonprofits supported through United Way’s Emergency Food & Shelter Grants
Jawonio’s CEO Says Covid-19 Has Changed Business As Usual For Now And In Future – Pandemic Challenges Jawonio But Adaption Bears Lessons For Future
Salute to moms: “She’s the perfect example of a health care hero, not to mention the best mom in the world.”
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.
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, a member of Jawonio’s day program who was born with down syndrome, lives a full life with friends and family in Spring Valley.
“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
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.
CEO Randi Rios-Castro joins Pep Talk to discuss Brick It Again
CEO Randi Rios-Castro spoke with Ernie Anastos and Patricia Stark on WABC Radio “Pep Talk Podcast” about our new Brick it Again store.
March 22, 2023, Patch.com
'Lifesaving' Nonprofit To Open Lego Resale Store In Rockland
Jawonio has received grants to build a new behavioral health center for adult clients with mental health issues, CEO Randi Rios-Castro calls “a game-changer.”
March 09, 2023, Patch.com
Randi Rios-Castro and Budd Mishkin discuss early intervention services
Audit by Comptroller’s office show minority children in NY state aren’t getting the therapies they may need as fast as they should.
March 06, 2023, Audacy.com
Taking an in-depth view at the early intervention services that are at Jawonio
Tania Savayan speaks with Jawonio CEO Randi Rios-Castro as they take a look at the early intervention services at Jawonio.
March 02, 2023, Lohud.com
Doing Well And Doing Good: Jawonio Unveils Brand New $20M New City Campus
A brand new facility not only promises to help those with special needs, but offer a boost to the local economy as well.
July 25, 2022, Patch.com
Lifespan Services Provider Commits to Creating 230 New Jobs in Mid-Hudson Region
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of the $20 million Jawonio campus in New City, Rockland County.
July 22, 2022, Governor.NY.Gov
Impact of Disability Service Providers on the Mid-Hudson Economy
The Mid-Hudson region’s non-profit disability service providers support more than 33,000 full-time jobs and generate more than $2 billion in economic impact.
March 4, 2022, Empire Report NewYork.com
Randi Rios-Castro, CEO welcomes new NYS Chief Disability Officer
Jawonio applauds Gov. Hochul for establishing the office of Chief Disability Officer, and appointing Kimberly Hill. She ensures vulnerable groups have a voice.
February 14, 2022, Patch.com
Rockland Organization Celebrates 75th Anniversary
A New City group that helps people with special needs is celebrating 75 years. Since 1947, Jawonio has been helping children and adults reach their fullest potential.
February 14, 2022, WRCR.com
Medical Coding Employment Program Collaborative Launches
Rockland Jewish Family Service, Jawonio Inc., the State of New York’s Vocational Rehabilitation Services, and Westchester Medical Center are eager to provide an update on a recent collaboration program that is nearly four years in the making
February 2, 2022, WFMZ.com
Corporate Partner Philanthropy- Focused Wealth Management
Managing Director Philip J. DeAngelo announced that the firm has exceeded its decade-long goal of donating a million dollars to local charities. Focused Wealth Management and the DeAngelo family, have given a total of $1.1 million to charity
January 31, 2022, Business Wire.com
Hochul vetoes bill after pledging $240M boost for disability schools
Gov. Kathy Hochul said she plans to use her first state budget to boost funding to private schools that serve children with disabilities by $240 million. But, her declaration last week came as she vetoed similar legislation.
January 3, 2021, Yahoo.com
Hochul signs bills in support of people with developmental disabilities
Hochul signed a three bills designed to help people with developmental disabilities. “People with disabilities are a crucial part of our New York family and deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.”
December 21, 2021, LoHUD.com
Jawonio Tops over $200,000 at 2nd Annual virtual gala
Jawonio, provider of special needs services including developmental disabilities, mental health challenges and chronic medical needs for children and adults has raised a record-breaking $202,000 dollars
December 5, 2021, Patch.com
Operation Santa Claus Donates $5000 dollars to Jawonio Yonkers
On November 24, Nick Spano, Honorary Chair, Operation Santa Claus, awarded record amounts of grants to assist developmentally disabled children and adults, totaling $50,000
December 3, 2021, Yonker Times.com
Rebrand Featured on WRCR Radio
As a local developmental disabilities service provider moves into its 75th year, the organization unveiled a rebrand to go along with their new facilities in New City
December 3, 2021, RocklandNews.com
Jawonio Launches New Logo, New Brand
Jawonio Unveils New Visual Identity That Underscores Their History, Leadership and Innovation As An Award-Winning Provider Of Disability and Mental Health Services
December 2, 2021, Patch.com
Jawonio Advocacy Appeals to Governor Hochul
Rihanna DeLaunay knows she could earn more at a different job. But she cared deeply for the people she helps as a direct support professional at Jawonio
November 3, 2021, LoHUD.com
Jawonio, Rockland's 6th largest employer , names new CEO
June 17, 2020, LoHUD.com
United Way Announces $1Million in Emergency Food and Shelter Grants
June 17, 2020, River Journal North
Maria Henriquez of Jawonio featured in Mother's day celebration.
May 7, 2020, LoHUD.com
Jawonio’s CEO Says Covid-19 Has Changed Business
May 18, 2020, Rockland Business Journal
In a Pandemic Remember Special Needs Caregivers
May 1, 2020, Patch.com
New City Demolition Makes way for Jawonio
March 7, 2019 – LoHUD.com
NY Group Homes Face Mounting Challenges From Coronavirus
April 15, 2020, WCBS Radio
Anthony Mundy: More than a Diagnosis of Downs Syndrome
March 21, 2019 – LoHUD.com
Minimum Wage Strains Workers Supporting Disabled New Yorkers
January 9, 2019 – LoHUD.com
