The Viscardi Center

The Viscardi Center The Viscardi Center Founded by Dr. Henry Viscardi, Jr., who served as disability advisor to eight U.S.

Presidents and became one of the world’s leading advocates, The Viscardi Center educates, employs and empowers people with disabilities. It provides Pre-K-12 education, school-to-work youth transition services, vocational training, career counseling and employment placement, and assistive technology to children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of disabilities. The Viscardi Center also assists businesses in advancing disability inclusive cultures in their workplaces.

Exciting news! The 18th Annual ReelAbilities Film Festival, the largest festival in the world dedicated to showcasing gr...
02/18/2026

Exciting news! The 18th Annual ReelAbilities Film Festival, the largest festival in the world dedicated to showcasing groundbreaking films by and about people with disabilities returns to The Viscardi Center on April 28!. The week-long festival is renowned for its wide-ranging international film selection, riveting conversations, and performances, presented annually across the New York metropolitan area. The 18th Annual ReelAbilities Film Festival takes place April 23–30 across NYC and online. Additional information and tickets to the full festival will be available on March 26. Watch for more news about the screening time and film details.

02/16/2026

The meeting of Pamela Laskin and Ellen Paige was one of fate. They met at Lido Beach Townhouses, two years ago, in a water aerobics class. After talking, they both realized they had something in common – people in their lives who have disabilities. So, what do they do? They decided to collaborate ...

Mark your calendars for our 14th Annual Golf Outing, at the stunning North Hills Country Club in Manhasset! Whether you’...
01/28/2026

Mark your calendars for our 14th Annual Golf Outing, at the stunning North Hills Country Club in Manhasset! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting into the swing of things, don’t miss your shot to be part of the excitement!
Start looking ahead to warmer days on the green and secure your spot for golf today.
Check out our new sponsorship opportunities and dinner-only ticket, too, at viscardicenter.org/event/annual-golf-outing/

Friday marked a true full-circle moment as we re-enacted Honorable Judge Robert Pipia’s Nassau County Family Court swear...
01/26/2026

Friday marked a true full-circle moment as we re-enacted Honorable Judge Robert Pipia’s Nassau County Family Court swearing-in ceremony in the The Henry Viscardi School auditorium, the very place where his journey began as a student. It was a powerful reflection of the transformative work happening at The Viscardi Center and a reminder to our students that they, too, can explore and pursue any career path.

01/26/2026

Following the release of Governor Kathy Hochul's Executive Budget this week, Association Co-Chairs Antony A.L. McLetchie (Rochester School for the Deaf) and Angelo Zegarelli (The Henry Viscardi School) said: "We look forward to working with the Governor and our champions in the Legislature to ensure funding growth is included in the final enacted budget that aligns with increases provided to public school districts."

View the full statement on our website:
https://4201schools.org/statement-from-the-4201-schools-association-following-the-release-of-the-executive-budget-2/

Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs with disabilities! If you have a defined business concept or recent business launch a...
01/15/2026

Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs with disabilities!
If you have a defined business concept or recent business launch and would like to develop and explore its feasibility, apply to our IdeaSpark Virtual Program with . This 26-hour program helps participants explore innovation, identify opportunities, and develop viable business ideas. Submit your application for this FREE program by March 9 at viscardicenter.org/ideaspark/

01/05/2026

What a perfect way to kick off 2026! Sunny, our beloved facility dog, celebrated his 8th birthday with Henry Viscardi School students on their first day back from winter break. The students sang, Sunny enjoyed his favorite cake, and the celebration wrapped up with plenty of cuddles—setting the tone for a joyful year ahead.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year 2026! As we celebrate the successes of 2025, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our supporters for their unwavering generosity. Your impact empowers us to educate, employ, and empower those we serve every day. Here's to an incredible year ahead, full of opportunities and growth!

Applications for The Viscardi Center’s 2026–2027 Inclusive Higher Education program will be available online during the ...
12/22/2025

Applications for The Viscardi Center’s 2026–2027 Inclusive Higher Education program will be available online during the first week of January. The program is open to students with a local diploma who are OPWDD approved. To receive the application link when it goes live, email your name and email address to ssangiorgio@viscardicenter.org. You can also visit thinkcollege.net to learn more about inclusive postsecondary programs and what opportunities like this can offer.

Give a gift that warms more than feet this holiday season! Our Wheels On Fire and All Abilities socks are the perfect wa...
12/08/2025

Give a gift that warms more than feet this holiday season! Our Wheels On Fire and All Abilities socks are the perfect way to spread joy and cheer. 10% of every purchase is donated to Viscardi courtesy of John's Crazy Socks. Shop with purpose today at johnscrazysocks.com.

Support local goodness! Smile Farms Bowls are available at Chopt Creative Salad Co. locations on Long Island now through...
12/05/2025

Support local goodness! Smile Farms Bowls are available at Chopt Creative Salad Co. locations on Long Island now through December 17 - a tasty way to support local agriculture and our Viscardi community. Try them with the famous Heat with Heart hot sauce tastefully made with the help of our Youth Transitions Services student farmers and available for purchase. Every bowl and bottle you enjoy supports local programs and provide meaningful jobs for people with disabilities.

12/01/2025

We’re thrilled to be part of the 30th year of Champions for Charity® at Americana Manhasset! From December 4 - 6, 2025, your holiday shopping can help support our cause. Simply register for your champion number and present it at the time of each purchase so 25% of your designated full-price, pre-tax purchases will be donated back to us. Visit championsforcharity.org for details.

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