Viscardi Alumni

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.

12/21/2025

Looking for a new career path? The Viscardi Center’s Culinary Skills Training Program offers hands-on training designed to help you succeed in the culinary and hospitality fields. No experience required, just motivation. Click on the link below to get your life cooking!

Training programs ready adults of all ages to thrive in a variety of competitive work environments. Our job training programs are structured in collaboration

12/20/2025

Big news for ABLE Account holders! Starting January 2026, ABLE accounts are expanding so more people can qualify and save without risking benefits. Learn more about these changes.

Access to accounts that allow individuals with disabilities to save without losing government benefits will expand dramatically and people with the accounts will be able to save more than ever before.

12/19/2025

Join us in congratulating HVS alum Destini Murray on her new role as a Community Habitation DSP at YAI!

12/17/2025

In an effort to showcase more diversity and inclusion, a kids PBS show, "Carl the Collector" which debuted last year has added a character who uses a communication device.

A groundbreaking children's television show is set to introduce a new character who is largely non-speaking and communicates with the help of a special speech tablet.

12/16/2025

12/16/2025

Warren Shaw takes readers inside the newly revamped Museum of Disability History at The Viscardi Center, capturing the energy of its reopening. His piece reflects on the museum’s evolution, the community behind its return, and the significance of preserving disability history for future generations. Read the full story at https://ablenews.com/new-museum-of-disability-history-opens-at-the-viscardi-center/

12/15/2025

Check out how an airport in London, England and other airports are making changes to be more accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities.

There’s been a positive trend within the aviation sector of travel to make travel more inclusive and accessible for a wider range of people. This means people with mobility issues, people with disabilities or people who might be on the spectrum. Airports can be overwhelming for any number of ...

12/14/2025

On behalf of the Viscardi Alumni Association, we wish all who celebrate a Happy and Healthy Hanukkah!

12/13/2025

Alice Wong’s advocacy left a mark on the disability community worldwide. In this special issue, Warren Shaw and Joie Tyrrell highlight the outpouring of tributes following her passing, capturing the stories, reflections, and gratitude shared by leaders and peers who were inspired by her work. Read about her story at https://ablenews.com/global-tributes-pour-in-for-disability-rights-activist-alice-wong/

12/11/2025

Find out how AI-based technology makes home-based rehab easier and more accessible for people with disabilities.

Discover how AI-powered tools like SPRY are making home rehab more accessible for disabled people by simplifying intake, exercise, and documentation.

12/10/2025

BREAKING ABLE NEWS EXCLUSIVE! Staff reporter Christopher Alvarez sat down with NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani today for an exclusive on how he and his administration will address critical issues for disabled New Yorkers, including housing, transportation and employment. Stay tuned for a sneak peek at the conversation and a full story follow up. Don't miss insider scoop like this! Sign up now at AbleNews.com to receive Able News directly to your inbox for free… we bring you disability news like no other source!