STIC Habilitation Services

Back to school can be exciting, but it can also bring anxiety and stress for our students. Let's remind our kids that it's okay to feel a mix of emotions and that their mental health matters just as much as their academics.

Don't miss this month's Greater Good Grocery FREE PRODUCE DAY!

Wednesday, August 28th
10am-12pm or 4pm-6pm
(The last Wednesday of every month)

At Greater Good Grocery: 435 State St, Binghamton, NY 13901

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All are welcome! No sign-up or paperwork required. Each customer can receive one FREE bag of pre-packaged produce while supplies last.

Thank you to M&T Bank for your continued sponsorship of this event!

Shepherd's Supper is a free community meal to anyone in need. The hot take-out meal is served every Thursday at 4:30 pm. All are welcome.

We have TWO Family Paint Nights in August! Join us for an hour of creativity -- we will provide everything you need to make your own piece of art to take home, plus snacks!

In an effort to make The Fair more inclusive of all New Yorkers, The Great New York State Fair has announced the addition of a dedicated sensory room and sensory-friendly hours. The sensory room will be open daily from 10:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. In addition, The Fair will offer a sensory-friendly day on Tuesday, August 27 from 9:00 a.m. through 1:00 p.m.

Did you know our bike shop is open 3 days a week? Check out the schedule below!

Call us at 607-238-1005 for more information about our Fresh Cycles programs. 🚲 We also accept donations of gently used bikes for all ages.

Community Day Schedule. 8/11/2024!(hosted by Kirkwood Town Fair/in place of Kirkwood Town Fair)

UPDATE: The GGG Bus had to undergo some maintenance unexpectedly and will NOT be at STIC on 8/5. Sorry for the inconvenience.

The Greater Good Grocery Mobile Market Bus will be at the Southern Tier Independence Center from 10am to 12pm on Monday, August 5th and Monday, August 19th in our parking lot on East Frederick Street. The Mobile Market Bus brings affordable, fresh and delicious foods for sale right to your neighborhood. And great news, the Greater Good Grocery Mobile Market Bus now accepts SNAP/EBT!
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Visit the link below to see an exclusive interview with Executive Director Jennifer Watson as she comments on the disparaging remarks made by Governor Hochul about CDPAP (Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program).

"If there are bad players in the program, then the state should be dealing with those issues, not trying to...take the control out of the hands of people with disabilities."

https://www.wicz.com/clip/15482015/stic-comments-on-protest-against-governor-hochuls-disability-pride-event-after-cdpap-remarks

Celebrating International Friendship Day at the Southern Tier Independence Center!

Who is that ride or die bestie in your life? That thick and thin comrade who always has your back and makes you smile? We'd love to hear from you! Please submit photos and stories below, or tag that bosom buddy in this post to let them know you are thinking of them and honoring your unique and beautiful connection today 🕊💙



[IMAGE: Four school-aged female friends on a multicolored inflatable slide. They are all laughing and smiling. One of the girls with dark hair and a green t-shirt is helping to balance and support her friend beside her with blonde hair and a purple t-shirt. The text reads: "Celebrating International Friendship Day at the Southern Tier Independence Center" and is set against a backdrop of whimsical hearts in soft shades of pink, blue, orange and green. Our logo, two hands cradling a dove in pink with a black outline anchors the bottom of the photo of the girls.]

Come visit our information table at the Guthrie Lourdes Day of Wellness on July 31st at the First Presbyterian Church in Johnson City, NY from 10am to 4pm. This event will feature a variety of health and wellness resources including the Guthrie Lourdes Mammo on the Move, the Guthrie Dental Mobile Van and the Guthrie Lourdes Hospital Oncology Navigators will be available to offer support and information for those navigating the challenges of cancer treatment. Special thanks to The Guthrie Clinic and First Presbyterian Church of Johnson City for hosting this extremely beneficial event for our community!

SPECIAL EDUCATION 101: TRAINING OF THE PARENT MEMBER
TUESDAY, JULY 30, 2024
12PM- 2PM
ONLINE VIA ZOOM

This training provides information about the special education process including the laws and regulations, knowing the roles and responsibilities of the various members of the CPSE and CSE, particularly that of the Parent Member and learning the techniques and strategies that are necessary for becoming an active participant in CPSE and CSE
meetings.

REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/FACESTIC

For more information, call or email us at the phone number and addresses provided below:

607-724-2111
[email protected]
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Employees With Autism Find New Ways to Navigate the Workplace As diagnoses of autism rise, Microsoft and other large companies are working to better support autistic workers so they can thrive without “masking.”

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Please come visit us tomorrow (7/13) at Ross Park Zoo from 5pm to 8pm for the Sundae Safari! We'll be serving up the I’m All Ears sundae inspired by the adorable fennec fox. This delicious creation will feature peanut butter cups, peanut butter chips, graham cracker crumbs, peanut butter drizzle, and whipped cream! 😯🦊🍨

Visit the following link to purchase a ticket for this don't miss event and tell all your friends: https://ow.ly/HYmB50Swv95