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On Giving Tuesday, Give the Gift of Creativity
Join us on December 3 to raise funds for the Hudson Valley InterArts center. Or give now!

Vicki Sylvester, Ph.D., Honored as Women in Business 2024 Winner
We are thrilled to announce that our CEO, Vicki Sylvester, PhD, has been recognized as a Women in Business 2024 winner by Hudson Valley Magazine.

Everything You Need to Know about Paratransit
Navigating transportation options is essential for individuals who rely on accessible and dependable transit solutions.

Spooky Fun for Everyone: How to Make Halloween Inclusive for Children with Special Needs
Top 10 tips and invitations to area sensory aware trunk or treat events.

Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month with Croton Point Park
Each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) highlights the importance of providing access to meaningful jobs for everyone, including people with disabilities.

Where to Find the CBS Transition Team This October
This October, the CBS Transition and Resource Planning Team is actively participating in several events, offering support and resources for students with IEPs, 504s, and

CBS Employees of the Year 2024 Announced!
In the vibrant tapestry of CBS, there are stars that shine exceptionally brightly.

Celebrating the Heart & Soul of CBS: Direct Support Professional Week
At Community Based Services (CBS), the week of September 8-14 holds special significance. It’s a time when we come together to honor and celebrate the

Community Based Services Launches Afternoon Respite Program
at Hudson Valley InterArts Center
Program gives caregivers a break and bridges the gap in care.

Westchester County Awards $90K Contract to CBS for Transition Planning Services
The contract enables CBS to continue to fulfill a great need among the 18% of students who have a disability.

Transition Fairs: Resources for Success!
The transition from school life to adulthood is a turning point in a young person’s life. This is no different for a teenager with developmental

The Third Annual CBS Charity Golf Event: A Day of Fun, Fairways, and Fundraising
This year’s event was more than just a showcase of golf skills; it was a heartwarming celebration of community spirit and support for a meaningful

Essential Back-to-School Tips for Families with Children with Disabilities
Back-to-school season has many of us thinking about new routines and new transitions.

Is Your Special Needs Child Turning 18?
When a child turns 18, they become legally responsible for their choices and actions. However, some legal requirements and exceptions may apply to children with

How to Become a Direct Support Professional
Steps to Becoming & DSP and Your Potential Impact

Cultivating Dreams Farm Update: Embracing the Summer Harvest
People with Disabilities Volunteer on CBS’s Farm & Reconnect with Nature

Expression and Joy Through Theater: Krista Libertino’s Impact at the Hudson Valley InterArts Center
Exploring Self-Expression through Music, Theater Performance, and Movement at the Hudson Valley InterArts Center

Self-Hire & Build a Care Team You Trust with Community Based Services
Find a Familiar Face & Refer them to Us!

3 Tips for Summer Success & Safety!
Ensure a Safe and Enjoyable Summer Season with Community Based Services

Joy and Expression Through Annie Ayala’s Music and Movement Classes at Hudson Valley InterArts Center
People with Disabilities Explore Rhythm, Movement, and Music at the Hudson Valley InterArts Center

Discover the Transformative Power of Yoga with Kelly Daley
Yoga Teacher Cultivates an Inclusive & Innovative Learning Environment for People with Disabilities

How to Get Ahead on OPWDD Tasks & Eligibility this Summer
Explore OPWDD Eligibility and Available Services for Students with Disabilities

Discover Yourself Through Volunteering with Community Based Services
People with Disabilities Discover Themselves Through Volunteering

Friends, Family, and Fun Under the Sun
People in CBS Day Programs Play Games, Eat Food, and Celebrate Summer during Field Day at FDR Park

People with Disabilities and Autism Connect in Nature through Volunteering and Learning
Spending Time Outdoors Nourishes Health Benefits for All, Including People with Disabilities and Autism

Make the Most of Your Summer & Prepare Your Teen
Three Steps Parents Can Take to Get Ahead with Transition Planning

CBS Expands Innovative Services to Capital Region
With a commitment to empowering people for over 40 years, CBS will now serve residents in the Capital Region alongside those throughout the Hudson Valley.

CBS Receives Dutchess County Agency Partner Grant
$36,138 to support its Transition Planning Services for Students

Celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: Creating a World of Opportunities
As March unfolds, we’re reminded of the significance of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM). It’s a time to amplify our focus on inclusion and dismantle

Cultivating Dreams Farm Year in Review
As we bid farewell to an incredible year at Cultivating Dreams Farm, we’re thrilled to share a glimpse into the meaningful moments that have shaped

CBS Unveils the InterArts Center to Awestruck Visitors
This one-of-a-kind, multi-arts hub, nestled in the heart of Putnam County, officially opened its doors for a soft opening, inviting visitors into a world of

CBS To Unveil the Hudson Valley InterArts Center
The InterArts Center is a one-of-a-kind, multi-arts hub set in Putnam County. Designed to provide transformative arts experiences for people of all abilities, it has

Unleashing Opportunities: Community Based Services on Giving Tuesday
We hope that this Giving Tuesday you will partner with us in unleashing transformative opportunities for the people we support.

Celebrating NDEAM With a Blooming Partnership
In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on our wonderful business partner, Forever Yours Flowers and

Harvesting Happiness: Fall Festival at Cultivating Dreams Farm
As the leaves began to take on their brilliant autumn hues, Cultivating Dreams Farm welcomed the season with open arms at its annual Fall Festival.

National Disability Employment Awareness Month
This year’s NDEAM theme is “Advancing Access & Equity”.

Linda LeMoigne and Valeria Ortiz: CBS Employees of the Year 2023
In the vibrant tapestry of CBS, there are stars that shine exceptionally brightly.

Celebrating the Heart & Soul of CBS: Direct Support Professional Week
At Community Based Services (CBS), the week of September 11-17 holds special significance. It’s a time when we come together to honor and celebrate the

Fore a Great Cause: Golfers Swing Into Action for CBS
The Second Annual CBS Charity Golf event brought together passionate golfers and kind-hearted individuals on August 28th for a day of friendly competition and fairway

CBS Got Talent!
A remarkable talent show at the Hudson Valley InterArts Center celebrated our creative CBS community.

A Message of Self-Empowerment In Honor of Disability Pride Month
Good Reasons Employee Anastasia Shares her Story and Celebrates People and Love in All Forms

DIG Farm and CBS Solidify Long-term Work Opportunities for Adults with Disabilities
The Partnership Connects the Community to Its Roots and Develops Prevocational skills Among Adults with Disabilities

Friendly Competition Meets Fun During Family Field Day & BBQ
Friends of all abilities and their loved ones gathered at the picturesque FDR State Park for a thrilling day of activities.

Young Artist at Hudson Valley InterArts Center Upholds Family Tradition of Creativity and Artwork
As child, Nicole would watched her father paint and she has big plans ahead in regard to her artistic pursuits.

Meet the CBS Transition Planning Team
The life transition from high school to adulthood can be difficult. The CBS Transition Planning Team is ready to help!

Adults with Disabilities Express their Inner Musician through TRAP Drumming at CBS
Professional musician, Debbie Major, brings The Rhythmic Arts Project to CBS.

CBS Brings Employee Appreciation to a New Level
The employee appreciation initiative is bringing delight and a sense of pride to staff.

Celebrating the One-Year Anniversary of the CBS Peekskill Branch
It’s been a year marked by major accomplishments.

Helping Children with Disabilities Achieve their Goals After High School Graduation
Transition & Resource Fair showcases opportunities for life after high school.

Materion Advanced Materials Presents Community Based Services with $5000
The Donation will Support the New Hudson Valley Interarts Center for People of all Abilities

Save the Date for CBS Charity Golf Event!
Join CBS on August 28 for a Golf Event that is sure to be a hole in one!

Construction To Begin at Hudson Valley InterArts Center
Next month marks the start of construction on the 27,000 SF building dedicated to transforming people of all abilities through the arts.

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
In honor of #DDAM, we highlight the many ways in which people with and without disabilities come together to form strong, diverse communities.

$50,000 Grant from the Butler Foundation will Improve Health Outcomes
Enables Community Based Services to Create an Advanced Early Intervention Training Program for Front-line Direct Care Staff

Westchester County Awards $97K Contract to CBS
CBS to provide innovative Transition Planning Services for high school students with disabilities.

Performance of “The Grinch” a Hit!
The musical was performed by people in the Day Habilitation Without Walls programs.

A New Idea for Gift-Giving
CBS has a great way to lighten your holiday shopping load this year. Give the gift of creativity and fulfillment!

CBS & WIN Waste Innovations Create Job Opportunities for People with Special Capabilities
Charitable partnership provides job skills for people, enrichment for communities

Charity Golf Event a Hole in One!
Community Based Services, Golfers & Local Businesses come together to raise $35,000 to Benefit Jobs Services for People with Disabilities.

National Disability Employment Awareness Month
This year’s NDEAM theme is “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.”