HeartShare and its Family of Services always believe in the power of human potential.

We believe that all people have the ability to learn, to attain greater independence and to shape their own futures. HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as autism, Down Syndrome and cerebral palsy and supports their families.

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HeartShare Human Services of New York’s Safety Plans for the Re-Opening of Day Habilitation and Prevocational Programs

HeartShare Human Services of New York’s Safety Plans for the Re-Opening of Day Habilitation and Prevocational Programs adhere to all guidance from the NYS OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities) and the New York State Department of Health (NYDOH).

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HeartShare Human Services of New York’s School Programs Reopening Plan

HeartShare Human Services of New York’s School Programs Reopening Plan adheres to all guidance from the New York State Education Department (NYSED), New York State Department of Health (NYDOH), and the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Our Programs

Since its founding in 1914, HeartShare and its Family of Services has expanded to over 100 program sites in Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island and extends to 60 of the 62 New York counties through energy grants. HeartShare’s responsiveness to the needs of the New York community guides its innovation. When the community needed special education classrooms, HeartShare opened a school for children with autism. When young adults aging out of foster care needed a safety net, HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services created the American Dream Program to help youth achieve their college and career dreams.

Our Current Impact

2160 + employees
31500 children, adults and families served
90 + programs
6 years of accreditation achieved

Heartshare Locations

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Recent News

“We are Family” : 2024 Residential Dinner Dance

If you’re looking for one of the best dance parties in New York, look no further than one of HeartShare’s favorite events of the year, the annual Residential Dinner Dance. Once again, thanks to the fabulous team at Russo’s On The Bay, we had a night of dinner, incredible fashion, and, of course, so many…

Celebrating Arleen Baez

Arleen Baez is a true champion of HeartShare, the work and the people it supports. Whether leading the charge for our annual fundraisers, offering both an ear and advice to our CEO, visiting and connecting with our residents, Arleen takes her responsibilities as Vice Chair of the HeartShare Human Services Board of Directors seriously —…

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