Thank you to all the Health Care Workers on the front lines battling the coronavirus disease, from your partners in the fight, the staff at Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO).
Even though SILO offices are closed we are continuing to provide services remotely. If you are in need of anything, please call our main number: 631-880-7929 or email us at info@siloinc.org
If you know the name of the individual and extension you are welcome to call & someone will get back to you during business hours.
Legislation to Reduce High Cost Prescription Drugs
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On Thursday, April 8, 2021 at the West Islip Senior Center,
New York State Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced three proposed bills to combat the high cost of Prescription Drugs. Joseph Delgado, CEO of Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO) shared the major impact this has on people with disabilities, so many are unable to afford their medications causing people to go without – placing so many lives at risk because we have to meet other financial needs. Mr. Delgado also went onto say how this package of legislation will assist and provide people with disabilities the means to remain independent in the community! 1 in 4 Americans cannot afford their medicine, prescription drug prices continue to increase significantly in cost. 3 in 10 adults say they have not taken their medication in the past 12 months due to cost. The Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2021 • This bill would allow the Secretary of Health & Human Services to negotiate lower prices with drug manufactures that participate in Medicare Part D. The Prescription Drug Price Relief Act of 2021 • This bill would require the Secretary of Health & Human Services to make sure American’s do not pay more for prescription drugs than the median price of the following five countries: Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, & Japan. The Affordable & Safe Prescription Drug Importation Act. • This bill would instruct the Secretary of Health & Human Services to issue regulations allowing wholesalers, licensed U.S. pharmacies, & individuals to import qualifying prescription drugs manufactured at FDA-inspected facilities from licensed Canadian sellers. **Click the button below to watch the video** |
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There's been a change!
Anyone who is interested in joining the COVID related Support Group can come as they please. ** It is not required to attend all sessions** To register: email: fraas.intern@siloinc.org or call Kim Bjorklund, LMSW: (631) 880-7929 ext.141 |
COVID Related Support Group
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Save Home Care in New York State!
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This is a DRAMATIC and DETRIMENTAL change. Under this, it will actually be EASIER to meet eligibility for NURSING HOMES over home care. We have spent YEARS as a community fighting against institutional bias, and this change would set us back DECADES. |
If your 2020 income was $72,000 or less, you're eligible to use Free File income tax software to complete and file your federal and New York State income tax returns online.
**For more information, click the link below.**
https://www.tax.ny.gov/
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https://www.tax.ny.gov/
**COVID-19 Update**
Governor Cuomo Announces New Yorkers 60 Years of Age and Older and Additional Public Facing Essential Workers Will be Eligible to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine.
Governor Cuomo Announces New Yorkers 60 Years of Age and Older and Additional Public Facing Essential Workers Will be Eligible to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine.
- New Yorkers 60 Years of Age and Older Can Be Vaccinated Beginning March 10th
- Government Employees, Nonprofit Workers, and Essential Building Service Workers Are Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine Beginning March 17th
- New Yorkers Can Make Appointments at State-Run Vaccination Sites by Utilizing New York's 'Am I Eligible' Tool or Calling 1-833-NYS-4-VAX
For more information on the COVID-19 Vaccine
New York State COVID-19 Vaccination Hotline: 1-833-NYS-4-VAX (1-833-697-4829)
Upcoming Events!
Come play Virtual BINGO with us!
March 30th/ April 13th & 27th/ May 11th & 25th @ 6PM
**To purchase your BINGO cards contact - Michelle Rodriguez (631) 880-7929 ext. 104**
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Give 9-1-1 the information they need to help you fast!
Call NY Connects @ 631-730-3737 for assistance in registering
24 HR AA Hotline
For anyone who has a desire to stop drinking.
Contact: 631-669-1124
Virtual Disability Etiquette Workshop Recording
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About Our Organization
Suffolk Independent Living Organization
The Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO) has been providing programs and services to people with disabilities in Suffolk County since 1985. SILO is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, consumer controlled, non-residential, civil rights, mentoring and educational organization. SILO's philosophy is tied to the nationwide Independent Living Movement which asserts that people with disabilities have the same rights and responsibilities, needs and desires, as their non-disabled peers.
SILO is Suffolk County's Independent Living Center and one of 39 Independent Living Center sponsored by the New York State Education Department through the Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation Department (ACCES-VR). There are over a thousand Independent Living Centers throughout the United States and its territories, adhering to the same philosophy and providing similar services and programs to people with disabilities.
SILO is Suffolk County's Independent Living Center and one of 39 Independent Living Center sponsored by the New York State Education Department through the Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation Department (ACCES-VR). There are over a thousand Independent Living Centers throughout the United States and its territories, adhering to the same philosophy and providing similar services and programs to people with disabilities.
SILO has the reputation of providing the most comprehensive cross-disability related services to the disabled community in all Suffolk County. As an advocacy agency we work with individuals, businesses, and other government and private agencies to promote equal access for people with all disabilities. SILO is not a "case management" agency; rather, our focus is on empowering the individual, by educating and preparing them to advocate for themselves. Most of our staff are people with disabilities themselves, and this peer model facilitates for a better relationship between the Specialist and the individual being served. SILO's services are person-centered so individuals determine their own individual short and long term goals.
SILO encourages people with disabilities to take an active role in the community in which they live, work and play. So if you are a person with a disability, a family member or a friend of a person with a disability living in Suffolk County, we urge you to become involved in making our community more accessible to all. Individuals with disabilities are welcome to join our peer support group, or become a part of our advocacy training workshops. We welcome volunteers to participate in one of our many programs, your skills and personal experiences can assist SILO in achieving its goal of full integration for people with disabilities throughout Suffolk County. We need you to become involved.
SILO encourages people with disabilities to take an active role in the community in which they live, work and play. So if you are a person with a disability, a family member or a friend of a person with a disability living in Suffolk County, we urge you to become involved in making our community more accessible to all. Individuals with disabilities are welcome to join our peer support group, or become a part of our advocacy training workshops. We welcome volunteers to participate in one of our many programs, your skills and personal experiences can assist SILO in achieving its goal of full integration for people with disabilities throughout Suffolk County. We need you to become involved.
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Interested Applicants with Previous Experience in Social Services, Business Administration, Human Resources or Education, please email your cover letter and resume to info@siloinc.org
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