Jawonio In The News

Jawonio Tops over $200,000 at 2nd Annual virtual gala

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.
Operation Santa Claus Donates $5000 dollars to Jawonio Yonkers

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.
Rebrand Featured on WRCR Radio

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/
Jawonio Launches New Logo, New Brand

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.
Jawonio Advocacy Appeals to Governor Hochul

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.
Jawonio, Rockland’s 6th largest employer, names new CEO

Jawonio, Rockland’s 6th largest employer, names new CEO

Jawonio Board of Directors Name Associate Executive Director Randi Rios-Castro to succeed Jill Warner as CEO.
United Way Announces $1Million in Emergency Food and Shelter Grants

United Way Announces $1Million in Emergency Food and Shelter Grants

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

Jawonio’s CEO Says Covid-19 Has Changed Business

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
Maria Henriquez of Jawonio featured in Mother’s day celebration

Maria Henriquez of Jawonio featured in Mother’s day celebration

Salute to moms: “She’s the perfect example of a health care hero, not to mention the best mom in the world.”
In a Pandemic Remember Special Needs Caregivers

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

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: 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.