Assembly and Senate budget proposal restores developmentally disabled cuts
The New York State Assembly and State Senate have presented a budget that would restore the proposed $120 million in cuts to developmentally disabled programs.
The budget would also restore an additional $20 million to maintain state-operated mental health services in addition to the services provided by volunteer organizations.
Many of these organizations provide around-the-clock care to individuals who reside in group homes or apartments, including home-cooked meals, noted Assemblymember Joseph Lentol. The Assemblys funding restoration will allow individuals with developmental disabilities to live productive and happy lives.