#FlashbackFriday to a historic moment! 34 years ago, the #ADA was signed into law, prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Jawonio was honored to be invited to the White House in 2010 to celebrate this landmark legislation with President Obama. While we’ve come a long way, we know there’s still work to be done to create a fully inclusive society. Let’s continue to strive for a world where everyone has equal opportunities to live, work, and play. Photo top left is President George HW Bush signing the original Americans Disability Act. Bottom pics (L-R) is Joe Borno “Reppin” Jawonio as part of our delegation on the South Lawn that included(former staffer Stephen Barlam) and current staff Gary Rao, Hemant Mhatre and Diana Hess. #ADAanniversary #disabilityrights #inclusion #Jawonio
Jawonio
Hospitals and Health Care
New CIty, NY 1,830 followers
Inspiring people with special needs to reach their maximum potential.
About us
So Much Good Happens Here!! Jawonio inspires children and adults with special need to support them reaching their maximum potential! The word “Jawonio” is an Indigenous American word for Independence. and for more than 76 years, we continue n for more than 75 years has been to provide compassionate care and quality services that offer hope and opportunity. Jawonio is known for being the place “where miracles happen every day”. Jawonio is the premiere provider of lifespan services for people with special needs. Overview: Jawonio is a New York-based non-profit with service locations in all Rockland and Westchester Counties. In Rockland, all children and adult day, employment and residential are the centerpieces of services, and in Yonkers, our primary services are for adults at our main location in Yonkers. Jawonio operates two successful businesses in the region including a commercial cleaning company as well as a Lego resale store(www.brickitagain.org) . Both entities provide vocational skills, job training and supports leading to employment opportunities. Jawonio has been recognized as a hub of innovation and inclusion and a community resource for disabilities, mental health and clinical services.
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- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- New CIty, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1947
- Specialties
- Education (ages 18 months - 21), Residential Services, Behavioral Health Services, PT, OT, Speech, Autism Resource & Training Center, Care Management, Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program , Special Education PreSchool, Employment Services, Vocational/PreVocational Services, Commercial Cleaning Company, Summer Education, and Day Habilitation Services
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260 N. Little Tor Road
New CIty, NY 10956, US
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176 S. Broadway
Yonkers, NY 914.963.8666, US
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7 Lake Ridge Plaza
Valley Cottage, New York 10989, US
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53 Hudson Ave
Nyack, New York 10960, US
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Jawonio is proud to announce our 2024 Friends Award Honorees Sabrina HoSang Jordan and Patrick Heaphy! We are so grateful for their generosity and passion for the most vulnerable people at Jawonio. Join us December 8th at 11:30am as our Virtual Gala celebrates 5 amazing years! Visit https://lnkd.in/eEi-Tdst for pre-registration and sponsorship information. #JawonioVirtualGala #Jawonio #Celebration #Livestream #specialneeds
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A summer throwback!! @WestrockPools and summer have gone together in Rockland forever!! #ThrowbackThursday “re-celebrates” 2022 Virtual Gala Honoree Andrew Bari. Andy and Westrock exemplify partnerships highlighting that businesses can do well and do good at the same time!#WestrockPools #summer #summervibes #charityevent #jawoniovirtualgala #Ramapo Stay tuned for exciting news on our 2024 Gala coming soon!! (Very soon)
Andrew Bari, 2022 Jawonio Friends Award Honoree
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Great news, Yonkers! Jawonio is excited to launch our new and free Essentials Distribution Program run by our Day Program in support of the community. We will be providing food, baby products, cleaning supplies, bathroom toiletries, self-care products, and other essential items to Yonkers residents. Schedule: Every other Friday, starting on July 26th, while supplies last. Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Jawonio, 176 S. Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701 Please help us spread the word! Share this post with your friends and neighbors to let them know about this important new resource. City of Yonkers Yonkers Tribune. Yonkers Public Schools Yonkers Public Library @patch #Yonkers #fooddistribution #community #essentials #giveback #helpthoseinneed #foodpantry #supportlocal #Jawonio #strongertogether
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It's not just a regular Monday, It's Social Media Giving Day!❤️ We want to thank all of you for supporting us each and every year through web and social media donations,. No matter how big or how small, your donations impact the lives of our children and adults. Today, is a great day for you to consider becoming a monthly donor, starting at just $15 a month. With your recurring support, our Jawonio Foundation can plan for the future and continue supporting our life-changing services for children and adults. You can donate RIGHT NOW at https://lnkd.in/eBaHqi8F #SocialMediaGivingDay #Jawonio #Giving #Donate #ChangingLives #MonthlyDonorImpact On behalf of all of us at Jawonio Thank you!!
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It's National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! This July, let's acknowledge the unique challenges faced by minority communities regarding mental health. Stigma, access to care, and cultural barriers can all make seeking help difficult. Together, we can break the stigma and ensure everyone has the resources they need to thrive. #MentalHealthAwareness #MinorityMentalHealth #BreakTheStigma #mentalhealth #nationalminoritymentalhealthmonth If you or a loved one needs help, please contact: Jenna Isker, LMSW , Intake & Admissions Coordinator, Jawonio Mental Health Services at: 845.708.2000 x2246 or jenna.isker@jawonio.org
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We’re hiring!
We’re #hiring a Chief Compliance Officer at Jawonio in New City, NY. Jawonio is dedicated to advancing the independence, well-being, and equality of people with disabilities and special needs. Come join us in our mission!
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Huge congrats to Hannah Smith who will be presented with the Billie Jean King Youth Leadership ESPY Award tonight on ESPN. We at Jawonio are so inspired by Hannah's achievements. Head over to our BLOG to learn more about her incredible story! #ESPYs #HannahSmith #Inspiration #ESPYAward #SerenaWilliams #BillieJeanKing #impact #sports #positivity #rolemodel #athlete #sportable #hoops You can watch the show on ABC or ESPN at 8pm.
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We’re hiring!
We’re #hiring a Chief Compliance Officer at Jawonio in New City, NY. Jawonio is dedicated to advancing the independence, well-being, and equality of people with disabilities and special needs. Come join us in our mission!
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(from https://lnkd.in/ejMsv9c4) "Our blog post is a powerful reminder that democracy thrives when everyone has the opportunity to participate. By fostering independence, we empower and inspire people with #disabilities and #mentalhealth challenges to become active citizens, shaping a more just and equitable society for all. The word Jawonio(from the Indigenous Word for Independence) is a testament to the power of a name, a vision, and a relentless pursuit of equality." #IndependenceForAll #DemocracyAndDisability #EqualRights #4thOfJuly #empower #Jawonio #JawoniomeansIndependence #Independence #Democracy #Opportunities #Possibilities READ THE FULL ARTICLE BELOW:
Jawonio: Where Democracy and Independence Empower People with Disabilities
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