Center for Self Advocacy Inc.

08/04/2026

Want to get more active in your community? 🚌✨

The Center for Self Advocacy’s Access My Ride program can help you get there! Whether you’re looking to visit friends, go shopping, attend events, get to work, or just become more independent, our free one-on-one travel training teaches you how to confidently use the NFTA bus and train.

Our peer mentors go at your pace, and you can take as many sessions as you need, all completely FREE!!!

07/27/2026

For 36 years - the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has supported the fact that people with disabilities deserve the same opportunities as people without disabilities. Sadly, the U.S. Department of Justice is questioning the rights to community living that the ADA and the Olmstead civil rights court decision give people with disabilities.

Here in New York - we will continue to prioritize a community for all. We refuse to go back to the days of institutionalization.

07/27/2026

What an amazing day celebrating Disability Pride!

It was so much fun tabling at the event and seeing old friends while meeting so many new ones. There’s something really special about everyone coming together to celebrate community, and inclusion. Thank you to everyone who stopped by and made the day so memorable!

A huge congratulations to our intern, Lily, on completing her internship through the High Road Fellowship! It has been a pleasure having you with us, and we wish you nothing but happiness and success in everything that comes next. We’re so proud of you!

07/21/2026

Join us at the Disability Pride Festival on Friday, July 24 from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Buffalo RiverWorks!

This free community event celebrates Disability Pride and the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Stop by and enjoy:
✨ Over 60 vendors
🎤 Live performances and a Speaker Series featuring disability leaders and advocates
🎨 A children’s tent with fun activities, balloon artists, airbrush tattoos, and the AKG Art Truck
🚶 A solidarity walk celebrating the ADA and inclusion

Be sure to stop by the Center for Self Advocacy’s table to say hello! We can’t wait to celebrate with our community.

07/16/2026

⚠️ Air Quality Advisory ⚠️

The NYS DEC has issued a very unhealthy air quality advisory for today, July 16. Air quality at this level can affect everyone, so it’s a good idea to limit time outdoors and avoid strenuous activities if possible.

Stay safe, take care of yourself and others, and visit erie.gov/air for more information.

07/14/2026

Get ready to win BIG! 🎉 Our Give716 donation promotions start tomorrow and give716 is giving away an amazing array of prizes! You could score a T-shirt to show off your spirit, a pennant to hang proudly in your home or office, and many more incredible prizes that will make your day! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference and win some awesome gear!!

07/13/2026

Today marks 16 years since New York State removed the “R” word from our agency name, and we officially became the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities. We celebrate this anniversary every year because we are proud of the past advocates who shaped our agency's history and the present-day advocates who work with us every day to honor the promise of Olmstead, which holds that people with disabilities have the right to live, work, and participate fully in their communities. opwdd.ny.gov/about-us

07/13/2026

Donations end on the 16th! We are at 80% completion for our goal this year! Thank you for your contributions so far it means so much!!

Join me in making a difference in WNY by donating to Give 716 today!

07/09/2026

Thank you so much to all of those who have donated so far! We're so close to completing our goal!!!!

Join me in making a difference in WNY by donating to Give 716 today!

07/09/2026