Jfs Orange

Breaking News: The FDA has granted approval of Kisunla (donanemab) for the treatment of people living with early symptomatic Alzheimer’s disease. We celebrate Kisunla’s approval as more options mean greater opportunity for . This is the third approval of an Alzheimer’s treatment that changes the underlying course of the disease. https://bit.ly/3XIyyvf

Join the Orange County Human Rights Commission to honor these passionate people and organizations for the work they do to further human rights in Orange County, NY.
Register today! Your registration fee supports an annual scholarship to an Orange County student.

Join our team of amazing volunteers! Jfs Orange Senior Independence Program and Newburgh Friends of Seniors is looking for volunteers to help with local transportation for adults over 60, help with grocery shopping and wellness calls and friendly visits. JFS partners with the Town of Newburgh to provide the services to its older residents. If you know someone who could use some assistance please contact us. 845-341-1173 ext.305
Hudson Valley Volunteers
Orange County Office for the Aging
Town of Newburgh Recreation Department - Chadwick Lake Park

Help is needed in the Blooming Grove Washingtonville area. Join the Blooming Grove Neighbors for Neighbors program. Jfs Orange partners with the town of Town of Blooming Grove and Orange County Office for the aging to provide local transportation, help with grocery shopping and wellness calls and friendly visits to neighbors in our town who are over 60. Call 845-341-1173 ext. 305 or email [email protected] for more information.
Blooming Grove Recreation Department
Blooming Grove Chamber of Commerce

Interested in helping in your town? Town of Warwick Friendly Visitor Program needs your help. We partner with Jfs Orange and Orange County Office for the Aging to help our local neighbors and those who live in neighboring towns in Orange County. Volunteers provide local essential transportation, help with grocery shopping and provide wellness calls and visits to homebound adults over 60. For more information call 845-341-1173 x 305 or email [email protected].
Town Of Warwick

Federation 48th Annual Meeting Online registration for Federation 48th Annual Meeting.

Save the date for our 2nd annual Federation Funday!
A great way to mark the end of summer with your community!

Don't miss this fun, family event!

Think Differently, Orange County, New York

Mission:
The mission of OCTD (Orange County Think Differently) is to fulfill the promise of a community where all people can fully participate, are valued for their unique contributions, and can achieve their dreams.

What organizations make up Orange County Think Differently?
OCTD is a collaboration of nonprofit and governmental agencies, a variety of schools and community-based organizations, and Orange County Departments including the Orange County Executive's Office, Human Rights, Departments of Mental Health and Social Services, Office for the Aging, Parks, Tourism, Human Rights, and Youth Bureau.

What does Orange County Think Differently do?
Representatives from the member organizations of OCTD work together to identify ways to make Orange County's schools and businesses more accessible for individuals of all abilities when engaging in services, programs, and events. Members also encourage all Orange County residents to embrace inclusivity and acceptance.

Members work collaboratively to recognize and celebrate what is working well and identify areas that could use improvement to better serve Orange County's youth and adults.

For additional information about Orange County Think Differently:
Contact: Christine Smallin, Director of Developmental Disabilities, Orange County Department of Mental Health
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 845-291-2620
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThinkDifferentlyOrangeCountyNY

TAKE THE PLEDGE:
https://www.orangecountygov.com/FormCenter/MH-Developmental-Disabilities-25/Orange-County-Think-Differently-166

https://www.orangecountygov.com/documentcenter/view/30611

The Orange County Think Differently Committee is launching the “It Starts with a Smile” campaign for the month of May.
Sometimes, helping someone feel accepted and included can be done through the simple act of smiling! See the attached flyer and use the QR code to take the pledge or click below:
https://www.orangecountygov.com/FormCenter/MH-Developmental-Disabilities-25/Orange-County-Think-Differently-166