In 2023, Section § 33.28 of the New York State Mental Hygiene Law was enacted to establish the IDD Ombudsman to provide independent, conflict-free Ombudsman services to assist individuals with developmental disabilities and preserve their rights.
The IDDO’s mission is to act as a resource and advocate for individuals and families as they navigate OPWDD’s programs and services. CSS operates IDDO in partnership with one specialist agency, New York Lawyers for Public Interest (NYLPI) that provides technical assistance, training, and/or assistance to individuals and their families.
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