Social Distancing and Isolation are critical strategies for combating the spread of what we now face as COVID-19. However, social isolation is dangerous and in fact, for far too long, people with disabilities, including those with mental health concerns, as… Read More “BRIDGES is committed to our Community despite our current environment!”

To help reduce the transmission of COVID-19, BRIDGES is following guidelines established by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the New York State Department of Health.  All visitors to our office have been suspended.  BRIDGES staff will continue to… Read More “A Message for the People We Serve:”

As an Independent Living Center, BRIDGES is a critical and trusted community resource for people with disabilities.  We will continue to help you plan for and deal with these challenging times.  BRIDGES’ top priority is the safety and well-being of… Read More “CDPA and COVID-19: Guidance for Consumers and PAs”

WHY DISABILITY TALKS ARE IMPORTANT FOR OUR COMMUNITIES One in every four people in our country have a disability. Various types, including; Mobility Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injury or Acquired Brain Injury, Deafness/Hard of hearing, Blind or Low Vision, Cognitive/Intellectual or… Read More “WHY DISABILITY TALKS ARE IMPORTANT FOR OUR COMMUNITIES”