The Bridge
The Bridge newsletter connects individuals with disabilities, their family members, and people who work with them, with resources, support, and information. Published quarterly, The Bridge contains information on current legislative issues, an event calendar, a special theme or topic area, and personal stories related to the theme. Please contact us if you would like to receive The Bridge.
Past Issues of The Bridge
Past issues of The Bridge are kept on file at The Advocacy Center. To receive a copy of a past issue, contact Jackie Yingling at (585) 546-1700.
March 2008
Meet the Staff
December 2007
How to
September 2007
Employment
June 2007
Health and Wellness
March 2007
Transition Report
December 2006
The Bridge Retrospective - 15 years
August 2006
Siblings
May 2006
Accessibility
February 2006
Communication with Health Care Providers
December 2005
Stress Busters
August 2005
Community Building
June 2005
Self Determination and NYS OPTS
February 2005
Lessons Learned
December 2004
Discipline
September 2004
Disability History
June 2004
Complementary and Alternative Treatments
March 2004
SSI and Financial Information
December 2003
Caring for the Caregiver
September 2003
Guiding Principles of Supporting People with Disabilities
June 2003
People-First Terminology
March 2003
Internet Resources
March 2003
Partnerships and Team Building
December 2002
Legislative Updates
September 2002
Vision
June 2002
Sexuality and Abuse Prevention
December 2001
Individual and Systemic Advocacy
September 2001
Residential Options for Individuals with Disabilities
June 2001
Functional Behavioral Assessments / Positive Behavioral Supports
March 2001
Self Advocacy for Teenagers
December 2000
Disability and the Arts
September 2000
Community Resources in New York State
June 2000
Friendship
February 2000
Special Education Advocacy
December 1999
Faith and Disability
September 1999
Transportation
June 1999
Transition
March 1999
Family Perspectives on Disability
October 1998
Humor and Disability
August 1998
Parent Connections, Parent-to-Parent
June 1998
Inclusion
December 1997
Self-Advocacy and Self Determination
June 1997
Coping and Grieving
August 1995
Siblings of Individuals with Disabilities
June 1994
Fathers of Children with Disabilities
