Celebrating DD Day!

The annual Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day conference, hosted by the Developmental Disabilities Alliance of Western New York, took place on May 20, 2025 at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. Person Centered Services was there to connect with the broader community and sponsor the largest event of its kind in the region!

The conference featured an awards luncheon, an agency and vendor fair, art exhibits, laughter yoga, live music, delicious food, Zumba dancing and much more! The day began with an inspiring keynote address from author, journalist and screenwriter Keah Brown.

The event also included impactful presentations and workshops on topics of interest and concern for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Workshops were presented by the following talented people from Person Centered Services:

– Carlie Arnone, Senior Manager of Inclusion & Belonging

– Paige Chernogorec, Care Coordinator Supervisor

– Liam Doherty, Learning & Development Manager

– Max Donatelli, Member Advisory Board Representative

– Maria Kirkpatrick, Provider Relations Manager

– Katelyn Luke-Moore, Provider Relations Manager

– Craig Mennig, Member Relations Manager

– Erin McGee, Learning & Development Director

– Kimberly Neyman, Care Coordinator Support Specialist

– Melissa Rokitka, Care Coordinator

– Kathleen Sparacio, Care Coordinator Ambassador

– BJ Stasio, Member Advisory Board Representative

– Elena Van Voorhis, Care Coordinator Supervisor

A special thanks to all who presented and to everyone who attended or volunteered! We already look forward to next year!