What they reported doing
- #1 primary $535KTRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY: PROVIDES CASE MANAGEMENT, COUNSELING, INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS TRAINING, BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTIONS AND A STRUCTURED DAY PROGRAM TO PEOPLE WITH TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES.
- #2 $294KCLINICAL INFORMATION, REFERRAL AND COUNSELING: PROVIDES INFORMATION, REFERRAL, COUNSELING, EDUCATION AND CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS WITH SEIZURE DISORDERS AND/OR OTHER DISABILITIES.
What they call their work
What they do
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Administer competitive and supportive employment programs for individuals with disabilitiesOperates employment programs that help individuals with epilepsy and other disabilities secure community-based jobs through vocational assessments, resume development, interview training, job placement, on-site coaching, and classroom instruction.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Deliver Life Links social skills and job readiness training for transition age youthOffers Life Links, a structured workshop series that builds social skills, independence, and job readiness among transition age youth.
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Disease-Specific Clinical & Patient Education 1 activity
- Deliver epilepsy education and seizure first aid trainingProvides accessible educational resources on epilepsy, including seizure recognition and first aid, using videos, PowerPoint presentations, and handouts.
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Patient and Family Support Services 1 activity
- Offer case management, advocacy, and support services for individuals with epilepsy and other disabilitiesProvides case management, counseling, information, referral, eligibility assistance, and advocacy services to individuals with epilepsy, seizure disorders, and other disabilities and their families.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Operate food pantry for individuals in needProvides food assistance through a food pantry program to individuals facing food insecurity.
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Brain Injury Support & Rehabilitation 1 activity
- Provide service coordination and structured day programs for individuals with traumatic brain injuryDelivers a comprehensive structured day program and service coordination for individuals with traumatic brain injuries, including counseling, life skills development, behavioral interventions, and community independence training; services are provided under OPWDD’s Home and Community Based Waiver Program and the Department of Health’s Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver Program.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIMBERLY A EGAN | ED-CLINICAL | 35 | $175K |
| ANNA T VERO | ED- ADMIN | 35 | $140K |
| ERIN DURY | ASSOC DIRECTOR | 35 | $95K |
- CARMEN STEFANO — TREASURER
- DAVID J DICKOFF MD — DIRECTOR
- DENISE P MANN — SECRETARY
- JOHN ROQUE -THRU MAY 2024 — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH J DE LOSA — PRESIDENT
- W ALLEN HAUSER MD-ON LEAVE — VICE PRESIDENT
Who they work with
- ACCES-VR Government — Delivers services through various programs offered by ACCES-VR
- ACCES-VR – Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation Government — Partners with CPI to deliver vocational rehabilitation services including job placement and work readiness training.
- Department of Health Government — Provides services under the Department of Health’s Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver Program
- Department of Health’s Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver Program Government — Oversees the Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver Program services provided by CPI.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share updated information about support groups and art contests.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share updated information on support groups and art contests.
- New York State Government — Source of special healthcare worker bonus funding included in program expenses.
- OPWDD Government — Provides services under OPWDD’s Home and Community Based Waiver Program
- OPWDD – Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Government — Provides oversight and governance for multiple CPI programs including Family Support, Employment Training, and Supported Employment.
- PayPal Partner — Processes online donations and shares donor information including name, email, donation amount, and optionally mailing address with Capabilities Partnership Inc.
How they approach the work
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- Capabilities-Based Approachmethodology: capabilities_based_approachBy focusing on individuals' capabilities rather than diagnoses, the organization produces greater independence and fulfillment for people with disabilities, because societal support structured around ability—rather than limitation—enables meaningful participation and dignity.
- Community-Integrated Skills Developmentmethodology: community_independenceBy delivering life-skills and social skills training in community and home settings, the organization increases independence and job readiness, because real-world context enhances skill generalization and promotes sustained engagement.
- Comprehensive, Coordinated Support Modelmethodology: comprehensive_support_servicesBy offering integrated services across case management, counseling, independent living training, and vocational programming, the organization improves quality of life and self-sufficiency for individuals with complex disabilities, because holistic support addresses interconnected barriers to independence.