Impact and Advocacy: My First Month with ADAPT

As I completed my first month as CEO of ADAPT Community Network, one idea continued to inspire me: our work is about empowering the people we support to reimagine what they are capable of, then making sure the world makes room for that possibility.  Over the past few weeks, I have spent my time getting “under the hood” of ADAPT, visiting programs, meeting the people […]

New Computer Lab Opens at Staten Island Day Hab  

On March 30, 2026, the Staten Island Day Hab and Children’s Program celebrated a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of their new computer lab. The ribbon cutting marks an exciting step forward in expanding inclusive, technology driven learning opportunities across ADAPT programs. As the newest addition to our network of computer labs, this […]

ADAPT’s School-Age Program Celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

This year’s theme, We’re Here: Then, Now, Always recognizes a simple truth, that people with developmental disabilities have always been a part of our communities, and always will be.  Our Lawrence Avenue School-Age rounded out Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with a festive Spirit Week. Themed days included Sports Day, Crazy Hat Day, Pajama’s Day, and […]

Supported Employment at ADAPT: Pathways to Success

Did you know that in 2025 only 22.8% of people with disabilities were employed compared to 65% of those without a disability? With a figure nearly three times higher, this disparity highlights the obstacles that individuals with disabilities face when trying to enter the workforce. At ADAPT, we are committed to breaking down these barriers […]