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SERVICES FOR THE DEVELOPMENTALLY CHALLENGED INC

RIVERDALE, NY · EIN 133921190 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE F33 · Mental Health & Crisis Intervention · Medium ($1M-$10M) · sdcnyc.org
revenue
$5.5M
expenses
$5.5M
net assets
$1.5M
employees
121
program ratio
87%
mission · from form 990

TO FOSTER INDEPENDENCE AND IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Services for the Developmentally Challenged Inc. (SDC) fosters independence and improves quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through day habilitation, respite, community habilitation, and residential services. Programs are tailored to individual goals and support community inclusion, skill development, and family well-being. The organization operates in the Bronx, New York, and was established in 1996.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $765K
    OUR DAY SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDES DAY SERVICES TO ADULTS WHO LIVE IN CERTIFIED SETTINGS AND TO ADULTS WHO LIVE WITH FAMILY OR INDEPENDENTLY IN THE COMMUNITY. OUR DAY PROGRAM AIMS TO MEET EACH INDIVIDUAL WHERE THEY ARE WITH RESPECT TO THEIR ABILITIES AND WORK WITH THEM TOWARDS GOALS OF THEIR CHOICE, INCLUDING GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT.
  2. #2 $861K
    COMMUNITY HABILITATION IS A PROGRAM WHERE STAFF MEMBERS GO INTO THE COMMUNITY TO WORK WITH INDIVIDUALS IN THEIR HOME AND COMMUNITY TOWARD INDEPENDENCE AND FACILITATE COMMUNITY INCLUSION, INTEGRATION AND RELATIONSHIP BUILDING.
named programs · 7 · from sources

What they call their work

Adult Respite Program
Evening respite services for adults aged 21+ to provide relief for caregivers while participants engage in recreational and social activities including art, music, community trips, and games. Operates Monday–Friday in the Bronx.
After School Respite Program
After-school program for students ages 5–21 that reinforces social and communication skills through art, dance, technology, cooking, and group activities. Operates Monday–Friday, follows school calendar, includes snacks and transportation in the Bronx.
Community Habilitation Program
One-on-one support in home and community settings to develop life skills, promote independence, and build community connections. Services are provided by Direct Support Professionals and focus on integration, relationship building, and use of public resources.
Day Habilitation Program
Provides structured day services including volunteer opportunities, education in basic skills, community inclusion, fitness, cooking, socialization, and music tailored to individual abilities and interests. Includes traditional Day Habilitation, Day Habilitation Without Walls, and Pre-Vocational Services.
Family Support Program
Supports families of individuals with developmental disabilities through education, training, and connection to resources. Includes the "We are Family" monthly meetings and assistance during challenging times.
Residential Habilitation
Non-institutional residential support providing personal care, medication administration, life skills training, and supervision based on individualized care plans. Promotes independent living in integrated settings.
Weekend (Saturday) Respite Program
Recreational program for children and young adults ages 5–21 on Saturdays, offering socialization, relationship-building, and activities such as bowling and park visits. Includes snacks and transportation in the Bronx.
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 2 activities
    • Community Habilitation Services
      Provides one-on-one community habilitation services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live at home, supporting the development of life skills, family involvement, and community integration through personalized guidance from Direct Support Professionals. Services include assistance with using public transportation, accessing community resources (e.g., libraries, gyms), shopping, meal preparation, and social activities.
    • Residential Habilitation Services
      Operates non-institutional residential programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing 24/7 care, supervision, personal care support, medication administration, and individualized skills training to promote independent living in integrated settings. Includes multiple residences in Riverdale, Bronx, serving individuals including those previously on the NYS Cares waiting list.
  • Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
    • Day Habilitation Services
      Operates a Day Habilitation program, including Group Day Habilitation and "Day Habilitation Without Walls," that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through community-based programming, skill development, and individualized plans focused on employment, independence, and community integration. Programs include structured activities such as volunteer opportunities, education, fitness, cooking, socialization, and music, with a home base at 5670 Riverdale Avenue in the Bronx, NY.
  • Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Family Support and Case Management Services
      Offers family support and case management services to families of individuals with developmental disabilities in the Bronx, helping them connect to supportive resources and services that improve quality of life. Services are provided at 5475 Fieldston Road and include personalized assistance and coordination of care.
  • Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Respite Programs
      Provides respite services for children, youth, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through multiple programs: an After School Respite Program (ages 5–21), a Weekend Respite Program (Saturdays), an Adult Evening Respite Program (ages 21+), and an In-Home Respite Program where Direct Support Professionals deliver recreational and skill-building activities in the family home, offering caregiver relief. All programs include transportation, snacks, and structured activities such as art, music, games, and community outings.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.51M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$5.51M100%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$5.51M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$4.16M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.31M
Cash$730K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.80M
Net assets$1.51M
Liquid reserves1.6 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +1.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ANNUNZIATA SANTINI EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $132K
ANTONIO GIANFRANCESCO CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 32 $110K
board members · 7
  • EDIE DIDOMENICO-WEBER — BOARD MEMBER
  • GERALD J GARVEY — BOARD TREASURER
  • MATTHEW A BAVOSO — BOARD SECRETARY
  • NANCY GINSBURG — BOARD MEMBER
  • NELIDA VELEZ — BOARD MEMBER
  • PATRICIA CLANCY — BOARD MEMBER
  • STEVE KAUFMAN — BOARD PRESIDENT
relationships · 4

Who they work with

  • OPWDD Government — Provider of Residential Habilitation services under OPWDD
  • OPWDD Government — Provider of respite services under OPWDD for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Office of People with Developmental Disabilities Government — Funds the Family Support Group program
  • We are Family Network — Family support group providing monthly education and training, established by SDC and ongoing.
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

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