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UNIQUE LIFE INC
BRONX, NY · EIN 113653314 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P20 · Human Services · Large ($10M-$50M) · uniquelifeinc.org
revenue
$19.6M
expenses
$20.0M
net assets
$6.6M
employees
202
program ratio
88%
mission · from form 990

UNIQUE LIFE INC. IS BUILT ON THE CONCEPT OF PERSON-CENTERED PLANNING, SETTING GOALS, AND IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OUR INDIVIDUALS THROUGH ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS, STRUCTURED ACTIVITIES, VOLUNTEER WORK AND MORE. WE PROVIDE OUR INDIVIDUALS WITH A VARIETY OF RESOURCES THAT WILL ALLOW THEM TO LIVE A MEANIGFUL AND INTEGRATED LIFE WITHIN THEIR COMMUNITY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Optimum is a telecommunications company providing internet, cable television, and home phone services to residential and business customers. It offers streaming options, WiFi hotspot access, and security features as part of its service packages. The company operates primarily in the northeastern United States.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $3.41M
    CODE: DHABDAY HABILITATION - DELIVERY OF DAILY STRUCTURED SERVICES TO ASSIST INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES TO DEVELOP, MAINTAIN OR ENHANCE THEIR SOCIALIZATION, ADAPTIVE SKILLS, AS WELL AS IMPROVE THEIR WORK READINESS, COMMUNITY INTEGRATION, AND PEER INTERACTION SKILLS,
  2. #2 $1.11M
    CODE:ADR - IHRSFAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES IS DESIGNED TO SEPECIFICALLY HELP FAMILIES WHO ARE CARING FOR A RELATIVE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY, BY PROVIDING THEM WITH SUPPORT/RELIEF THROUGH AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM, AFTER DAY SERVICES, WEEKEND RESPITE AND IN-HOME RESPITE SERVICES.THE SERVICE IS CONDUCTED AT THE INDIVIDUAL'S HOME, NO MEDICAL SERVICE IS PROVIDED.
named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Advanced Security
Includes McAfee protection and built-in security features to protect against phishing and online threats
Optimum Internet
Provides high-speed internet access with various bandwidth tiers and WiFi hotspot access
Optimum Phone
Provides home phone service with features like voicemail, call forwarding, and call blocking
Optimum TV
Offers cable television service with cloud DVR, on-demand content, and streaming through Apple TV and mobile apps
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Day Habilitation Services 2 activities
    • Delivers structured habilitation services
      Provides daily structured habilitation services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to enhance socialization, adaptive skills, work readiness, and community integration. Services include community habilitation training focused on daily living skills and community inclusion.
    • Operates on-site after-school program
      Runs an on-site after-school program integrating social, recreational, and educational activities centered on monthly themes to support youth with developmental disabilities.
  • Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
    • Offers community connection and enrichment programs
      Provides person-centered services including enrichment programs, structured activities, volunteer work, community outings, social events, and work-related activities through three distinct programs that support community integration for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Provides family support services
      Offers after-school programs, after-day services, weekend respite, and in-home respite care for families caring for relatives with developmental disabilities; services are non-medical and delivered in the individual's home.
  • Self-Directed Disability Support Services 1 activity
    • Provides financial assistance through Self-Direction Program
      Offers financial assistance for services beyond traditional Home and Community-Based Waiver Services via its Self-Direction Program, enabling individuals with developmental disabilities to access tailored supports.
  • Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Provides housing subsidies for independent living
      Offers housing subsidies to support individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in living independently in the community.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$19.57M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$19.13M98%
Investment income$4K0%
Other revenue$432K
expenses
Total expenses$19.96M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$10.60M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$17.64M
Cash$683K
Investments$2.02M
Liabilities$11.05M
Net assets$6.59M
Liquid reserves1.6 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +10.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 5
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
AKWASI A ACHAMPONG EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 38 $221K
RAJA GRAY DEPT. EXEC. DIRECTOR 38 $180K
ERIK PATT CFO 38 $163K
MICHEAL ACHEAMPONG-TIEKU DIRECTOR 38 $109K
AKWASI B ACHAMPONG DIRECTOR 38 $94K
relationships · 4

Who they work with

  • Bronx Partner — County served by Unique Life Inc. for program delivery.
  • Manhattan Partner — County served by Unique Life Inc. for program delivery.
  • OPWDD Government — State agency with which Unique Life Inc is registered as a provider for over a decade.
  • Paola Frias Partner — Residence Manager at Unique Life Inc
strategies · 1

How they approach the work

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  • Person-Centered Planning and Goal Setting
    methodology: person_centered_planning
    By using person-centered planning and individualized goal setting, the organization improves quality of life and community integration for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, because tailoring services to personal preferences increases autonomy, engagement, and meaningful outcomes.