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CDS LIFE TRANSITIONS INC

WEBSTER, NY · EIN 475672694 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P11 · Human Services · Large ($10M-$50M) · cdslifetransitions.org
revenue
$47.1M
expenses
$44.3M
net assets
$28.2M
employees
576
volunteers
13
program ratio
83%
mission · from form 990

CDS LIFE TRANSITIONS TAKES AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH IN CHAMPIONING OUR DIVERSE FAMILY OF ORGANIZATIONS IN PROVIDING COMPASSIONATE, HOLISTIC, AND EXCEPTIONS SUPPORT TO OVER 17,000 INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, SENIORS, VETERANS, AND FAMILIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

CDS Life Transitions is a human services organization providing holistic support to over 17,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, seniors, veterans, and families across New York and Florida. Through a network of affiliated organizations, it delivers community-based housing, care coordination, clinical services, and employment opportunities. The organization operates through a mission-driven, integrated model focused on long-term support and independence.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $1.12M
    CDS HOUSING, LLC, A SINGLE MEMBER LLC OF CDS LIFE TRANSITIONS, INC. PROVIDES MODERN AND AFFORDABLE COMMUNITY-BASED HOUSING FOR SENIOR CITIZENS, INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, VETERANS, AND FAMILIES LIVING ACROSS NY STATE AND FLORIDA.
  2. #2 $32.43M
    PRIME CARE COORDINATION, LLC PROVIDES COMPLETE SUPPORT TO OVER 8,800 INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND/OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, IDENTIFYING AND COORDINATING THE APPROPRIATE PROVIDERS AND SERVICES THEIR MEMBERS NEED TO LIVE THEIR LIVES IN THE MOST MEANINGFUL WAY.
named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

CDS Housing
Provides modern, affordable, community-based housing for seniors, individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, veterans, and families in New York and Florida.
CDS Rx Pharmacy
Full-service integrated pharmacy offering patient-centered care with pharmacists, patients, and care managers collaborating for optimal health outcomes.
Prime Care Coordination
Provides care coordination and support services for over 8,800 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Upstate New York.
Unistel Industries
Provides employment opportunities through spice processing, blending, and packaging for corporate clients, supporting economic independence for individuals with disabilities.
Warrior Salute Veteran Services
Offers outpatient clinical care, transitional housing, and family support services for veterans transitioning back into civilian life.
iCircle Services
Managed Care Organization providing coordinated health and social services for individuals with chronic illnesses and developmental disabilities across 22 counties in Upstate New York.
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
    • Care coordination for individuals with chronic illnesses
      Delivers managed long-term care and coordinated health and social services to over 3,000 individuals with chronic medical conditions across 22 counties in Upstate New York, improving health outcomes through integrated support.
  • Healthcare System Administrative Support 1 activity
    • Day-to-day operational oversight of affiliated programs
      Provides operational oversight for multiple affiliated entities including CDS Housing, CDS Rx, Warrior Salute, Unistel, and CDS Veteran Support Services Inc., ensuring coordinated service delivery.
  • Fundraising and Financial Support for IDD Services 1 activity
    • Funding unfunded programs through the CDS Wolf Foundation
      Funds critically needed but unfunded programs and opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities via the CDS Wolf Foundation, enabling expanded access to supportive services.
  • Pharmacy Access and Medication Assistance 1 activity
    • Operating CDS Rx Pharmacy
      Operates a full-service integrated pharmacy that coordinates pharmacists, patients, and care managers to improve health outcomes, serving as the first such pharmacy in the local human services landscape.
  • Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Operating Unistel Industries for employment of people with disabilities
      Runs Unistel Industries, a sub-contracting business that provides employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through spice processing, blending, packaging, and production of Salute Seasonings for corporate clients worldwide.
  • Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
    • Providing community-based housing
      Develops, owns, and operates modern, affordable, and accessible housing for seniors, individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, veterans, and families in New York and Florida. As the first non-profit developer of such communities in New York State, it supports inclusive and independent living settings.
  • Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
    • Providing family and senior support services
      Offers individualized support services to families and senior citizens in the community, helping them live independently and lead fulfilling lives.
  • Healthcare Compliance and Ethics Programs 1 activity
    • Strengthening compliance and quality improvement
      Enhances organizational effectiveness through strengthened compliance programs and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
      Provides individualized support, case management, and community integration services to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live independently and thrive. These services include day programs, employment opportunities, and long-term care coordination.
  • Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 1 activity
    • Support services for veterans
      Provides comprehensive veteran support including outpatient clinical care, transitional housing, case management, and reintegration services tailored to those with PTSD, TBI, and MST. The Warrior Salute Veteran Services program has supported veterans for 15 years, with 90% of completers achieving goals in employment, education, and independent living.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$47.07M
Contributions & grants$80K0%
Program service revenue$45.57M97%
Investment income$1.12M2%
Other revenue$302K
expenses
Total expenses$44.26M
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$37.30M
Grants paid out$245K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$36.45M
Cash$25.56M
Investments$0
Liabilities$8.25M
Net assets$28.20M
Liquid reserves6.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -3.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 9
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ANDREW SEWNAUTH CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 40 $502K
SANKAR SEWNAUTH PRESIDENT EMERITUS 40 $417K
JUDY CONSADINE CORPORATE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 40 $381K
KATIE WAGNER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $303K
RICHARD FERRARI EXECUTIVE ADVISOR TO THE CEO 40 $243K
DAMIAN MARINACCIO VP OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 40 $208K
REBECCA HENDERSON VP OF FINANCE 40 $207K
PATRICIA ARCESE EVP OF CORP COMPLIANCE 40 $202K
BRIAN STEPHENSON EVP OF HR AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 40 $192K
board members · 14
  • ANDY LOPEZ-WILLIAMS — BOARD MEMBER
  • DARYL TIFFIN — BOARD MEMBER
  • GLENN PEZZULO — BOARD MEMBER
  • GREGORY GRIBBEN — BOARD CHAIR
  • JEAN LOWE — BOARD MEMBER
  • JENNIFER CARLSON — BOARD SECOND VICE CHAIR
  • MARK PETERSON — BOARD FIRST VICE CHAIR
  • MARK WOLF — BOARD MEMBER
  • MIKE NOZZOLIO — BOARD MEMBER
  • PATRICK MANUEL — TREASURER
  • RICHARD YARMEL — SECRETARY
  • TIM POPE — BOARD MEMBER
  • TIMOTHY THANEY — BOARD MEMBER
  • WILLIAM WOODARD — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 32

Who they work with

  • Allen Toff Partner — Provides education and training services for families and integrated learning opportunities.
  • CDS HOUSING, LLC Partner — Serves as a single-member LLC providing community-based housing under the umbrella of CDS Life Transitions Inc.
  • CDS Housing Partner — Affiliated organization under the CDS Life Transitions network.
  • CDS Housing Partner — Member organization within the CDS Life Transitions network providing housing services.
  • CDS Housing Partner — Provides quality, affordable housing options for families and senior citizens.
  • CDS Monarch Partner — Affiliated organization under the CDS Life Transitions network.
  • CDS Monarch Partner — Delivers recreation and day services, career counseling, employment support, residential services, and financial planning for individuals with IDD.
  • CDS Monarch Partner — Member organization within the CDS Life Transitions network providing specialized services.
  • CDS Monarch Partner — Oversees Compliance and Quality Improvement programs for CDS Monarch
  • CDS Property Services Group LLC Partner — Affiliated organization under the CDS Life Transitions network.
  • CDS RX Partner — Affiliated organization under the CDS Life Transitions network.
  • CDS Veteran Support Services Inc. Partner — Affiliated organization under the CDS Life Transitions network.
  • CDS Wolf Foundation Partner — Affiliated organization under the CDS Life Transitions network.
  • CDS Wolf Foundation Partner — Member organization within the CDS Life Transitions network focused on fundraising and community impact.
  • CDS Wolff Foundation Partner — Offers opportunities for community members to get involved and make a difference.
  • Care Management Alliance of New York Network — Kate Wagner serves as Secretary of CMANY
  • Christa Construction Partner — Platinum sponsor of the 38th annual A Salute to Veterans Golf Tournament supporting Warrior Salute Veteran Services.
  • Forge Metal Finishing Partner — Platinum sponsor of the 38th annual A Salute to Veterans Golf Tournament supporting Warrior Salute Veteran Services.
  • Idealease, Inc. Partner — Title sponsor of the 38th annual A Salute to Veterans Golf Tournament supporting Warrior Salute Veteran Services.
  • Prime Care Coordination Partner — CDS Monarch co-founded and holds ownership in Prime Care Coordination, a Health Home providing service coordination for Medicaid-eligible individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Prime Care Coordination Partner — Oversees Compliance and Quality Improvement programs for Prime Care Coordination
  • Prime Care Coordination, LLC Partner — Operates as a care coordination organization providing support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities under CDS Life Transitions Inc.
  • PrimeCare NY Partner — Provides Health Home Care Management services in partnership for individuals with chronic illnesses.
  • Unistel Industries Partner — Affiliated organization under the CDS Life Transitions network.
  • Unistel Industries Partner — Member organization within the CDS Life Transitions network providing specialized services.
  • Warrior Salute Partner — Affiliated organization under the CDS Life Transitions network.
  • Warrior Salute Partner — Partner organization providing transitional housing and case management services for veterans.
  • Warrior Salute Veteran Services Partner — Member organization within the CDS Life Transitions network providing veteran services.
  • iCircle Partner — Affiliated organization under the CDS Life Transitions network.
  • iCircle Partner — Collaborates as part of iCircle, a Managed Care Organization providing coordinated health and social services for members in New York State.
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strategies · 4

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 Integration for Independence
    methodology: community-integration
    By providing community-based opportunities, we promote independence and well-being for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities because meaningful participation in everyday community life fosters skill development, social connection, and self-determination.
  • Holistic Network-Based Service Delivery
    methodology: holistic network-based service delivery
    By coordinating a network of specialized affiliate organizations, we deliver comprehensive and integrated support services to individuals with complex needs, because centralized stewardship of decentralized expertise allows for tailored, wraparound care across populations including people with disabilities, seniors, veterans, and families.
  • Individualized Case Management for Reintegration
    methodology: individualized-case-management
    By tailoring case management services to the personal needs of veterans, we support successful reintegration into civilian life because individualized planning increases relevance, engagement, and long-term stability.
  • Patient-Centered Integrated Care Model
    methodology: patient-centered integrated care
    By integrating pharmacists, patients, and care managers within a coordinated pharmacy framework, we improve health outcomes because shared decision-making and clinical collaboration ensure medication adherence and holistic treatment planning.