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We recently sat down with our Vice President of Quality Management Stan Capela, who has spearheaded HeartShare’s rigorous evaluation efforts.

HeartShare joins peer organizations in the #bFair2DirectCare campaign.

Laurie Yankowitz, HeartShare Vice President for Individualized Supports, received a Karuna Heisler Lifetime Achievement Award from the Brooklyn Developmental Disabilities Council. Over the past 30 years, Laurie has made significant contributions to improving the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) through program innovation and research. She is an expert in the learning…

We’re proud to share the latest edition of InSights, our agency magazine. Every year, we continue to impact the lives of nearly 35,000 New Yorkers, like Stephanie, Donald & Malik.

Family in crisis works with art therapist to strengthen their relationship and communicate better.

8 out of 10 people with any type of disability are underemployed. This is mostly due to misconceptions about what people with disabilities are capable of.

Mitch Goldstein was an Adaptive Physical Education teacher when he saw a Times classified ad in 1985. Mitch started working a weekend recreation program at the 9th Street/Park Slope Y. From there, the program grew, adding respite/recreation groups to the roster. Mitch brought with him experience as a school principal, as well as a transition…

HeartShare will participate in New York City’s 2nd Annual Disability Pride Parade on Sunday, July 10 at 11 a.m., which will run from Union Square to Madison Square Park. We are proud of our work at HeartShare and of our very able children and adults. Join us in showing your HeartShare pride! For more information…

“It’s really just about observing and working with the children to help them become more independent,” explained Diane Grzekbyk. Diane received her Master’s from Long Island University and will be the school’s first Board Certified Behavior Analyst. In this position, Diane is responsible for the implementation of the school’s ABA curriculum, which includes compiling case…

  (Queens) – The 36th Annual Buckley’s-Kennedy’s Run on Sunday, May 15 raised nearly $80,000 for at-risk children, adults and families participating in HeartShare programs. Over 800 runners dashed to the finish line, while others enjoyed the Family Fun Day Picnic at the Breezy Point Ball Field. The Buckley’s-Kennedy’s Run has been a long-held tradition in the…