named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
AAPI START Day Habilitation Program
Day habilitation program offering art, recreation, and technology activities to support personal goals, social-emotional learning, and prevocational skills; operates with flexible weekly schedules and free transportation.
Community Habilitation Services
Individualized support to develop life skills, community integration, and independence; includes training in cooking, money management, public transportation, and social skills.
Respite Services
Short-term care providing temporary relief to caregivers of individuals with disabilities, including supportive care, supervision, and recreational activities.
Rev. Robert Royal Impact Award Scholarship
Scholarship program for high school graduates pursuing post-secondary education who demonstrate commitment to community service and social change.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 2 activities
- Community Integration and Volunteer SupportFacilitates community integration through organized outings to parks, libraries, museums, shopping centers, and other public places. Also organizes weekly volunteer opportunities in the community for program participants to foster socialization and civic engagement.
- Recreational and Wellness ProgrammingOffers recreational services including creative arts, music, drama, accessible hiking, nature walks, and adaptive camping to promote physical activity, social interaction, and self-expression. Also includes health and wellness programming such as physical exercise and nutrition education.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Community Habilitation ServicesProvides Community Habilitation (Comm Hab) services in home and community settings to support individuals with developmental disabilities in developing life skills, increasing independence, and becoming active community members. Services are delivered in collaboration with OPWDD and include individualized programming to help participants reach their potential.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Day Habilitation ProgramOffers a structured Day Habilitation program from 9am to 1pm weekly, focused on skill development, personal growth, community engagement, and increasing independence for individuals with developmental disabilities. Includes free transportation and individualized programming.
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Special Education Preschool Programs 1 activity
- Inclusive Daycare ServicesProvides inclusive daycare in a home setting for children with and without disabilities, promoting integration and support for developmental needs.
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Program Monitoring & Evaluation 1 activity
- Participant Progress MonitoringDocuments and tracks participant progress on a daily basis to evaluate program effectiveness and adjust individual support plans accordingly.
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Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Respite ServicesProvides in-home and short-term respite care for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, offering temporary relief to caregivers to reduce burnout. Services are part of a broader support system for families and individuals.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Rev. Robert Royal Impact Award ScholarshipEstablishes and awards an annual scholarship of up to $1,000 to one recipient for post-secondary educational expenses in honor of Rev. Robert Royal’s legacy of service to working-class families in Harlem. Applications are accepted annually with a May 15 deadline, and the award is presented at St. Paul’s Baptist Church in Harlem.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$367K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$367K100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$351K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$271K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$49K
Cash$11K
Investments$0
Liabilities$12K
Net assets$37K
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +19.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andrea Royal | President | 40 | $63K |
board members · 4
- Alice Browne — Board Member
- Jennifer Perez — Board Member
- Larry Jones — Board Member
- Sasha Spence — Vice President
relationships · 4
Who they work with
- AAPI Services Partner — Alexandria & Akea's Playhouse operates in association with AAPI Services to deliver habilitation and respite services.
- AAPI Services Partner — Provides Day Habilitation, Community Habilitation, recreational, and respite services for individuals with disabilities.
- OPWDD Partner — Collaborates with OPWDD to provide community habilitation, respite, and recreational services for individuals with disabilities.
- St. Paul’s Baptist Church Partner — Hosts the annual scholarship award presentation in Harlem.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Integrated Habilitationmethodology: community-integrated modelBy delivering day and in-home habilitation services in community settings rather than facilities, we promote natural inclusion and skill generalization, because real-world environments provide authentic contexts for learning and social integration.
- Family-Centered Care Modelmethodology: family-centered careBy integrating family members and caregivers into ongoing communication and service planning, we improve continuity of care and participant outcomes, because sustained support networks reinforce skill development and reduce regression.
- Inclusive Early Childhood Education for Lifelong Tolerancemethodology: inclusive_early_childhood_educationBy educating children with and without disabilities together in shared programming, we cultivate mutual respect and acceptance early in life, because early positive intergroup contact establishes durable attitudes of inclusion and equity.
- Life-Skills Training for Independent Livingmethodology: life-skills trainingBy teaching practical, everyday skills such as cooking, money management, and public transportation use, we increase participant independence, because mastery of functional competencies directly enables self-directed living in the community.
- Person-Centered Planning for Independencemethodology: person-centered approachBy tailoring services to the specific needs, goals, and preferences of each participant through individualized planning, we produce greater engagement and measurable progress in independence, because personalized support aligns with intrinsic motivation and real-life context.