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EDUCATE
Goal: $1,600,000

Independent Living Home Renovation and Program $1,000,000

Develop our Independent Living Home into a new innovative smart home to showcase dynamic, state-of-the-art accessibility and teach daily living skills.

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Funding is needed to:

  • Expand the existing structure to increase the accessibility for wheelchair users. This will also include a more open layout, wider doorways, and an accessible kitchen. ($350,000)
  • Renovations will also include smart home technology; installing windows, flooring, fire system, and handrails; sourcing specialized furnishings; and waterproofing the basement. ($150,000)
  • In addition, to keep this critical program available to our students, funds will be used for ongoing programming for students and upgrades to the home when necessary. ($500,000)

 

Bridge to Adulthood $300,000

The Viscardi Center has identified a growing population of young adults who are over 21 and in need of a program that would provide them with life skills and social opportunities. We will launch our new post-secondary programs to provide social, educational and vocational opportunities to young adults with disabilities.

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Funding is needed for:

  • Start-up costs to establish the program, including renovating the classroom spaces, purchasing accessible vehicles, hiring staff, and marketing. ($250,000)
  • In addition, we seek to better prepare our HVS students for success in college by offering college-level courses while still attending high school. ($50,000)

 

Technology and Innovation Fund $300,000

Build our STEM curriculum by investing in technology in our classrooms, and provide student laptops and accessible materials.

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Funding is needed to:

  • Replace laptops, SMART boards, iPads and assistive technology, due to normal wear-and-tear. ($200,000)
  • Enhance our STEM-related curriculum in our classrooms, including the introduction of coding for all ages. ($100,000)

For more information, please contact Lauren Marzo, Chief Advancement Officer, at 516.465.1593.

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