A New Model for Residential Health Care

People Inc. is transforming how health care is delivered in its group homes, with the implementation of a unique nurse practitioner program that is already preventing an average of five emergency room visits each week while providing onsite medical care to nearly 900 people. By bringing nurse practitioners directly into residential settings, the program is improving access to treatment, reducing unnecessary hospital visits and allowing residential staff to remain in the homes where they are needed most.

Applications are Open for Homeownership Program in Youngstown

Applications Open for Youngstown Home Niagara Area Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications for a home in Youngstown, NY, in partnership with People Inc. The Family Selection process considers three factors: ability to pay, need and willingness to partner. Habitat Partner Families are required to complete "Sweat Equity" hours and a HUD-Certified Homebuyer Education Course. To start the application process or ask questions, please contact Kyra Rieker, Family Services and Volunteer Coordinator, at  krieker@niagarahabitat.org  or 716-265-9010 ext. 102.

The Road to Independence Starts in the Front Seat

Paul Porter had one request when he started thinking about a new accessible vehicle: he wanted to ride in the front seat. That goal started during a visit to Florida, where he realized how much he enjoyed sitting up front in an accessible van instead of in the back.

Every Drive Made a Difference

Blue skies, full fairways and a sold-out roster of more than 140 golfers and community supporters set the stage for another memorable Drive Fore People Inc. on July 13 at Park Country Club in Williamsville. By the end of the day, the 26th annual People Inc. Foundation golf tournament raised more than $164,000 in support of People Inc.'s programs and services. Watch highlights from the event:

Mercy Doula Program Helps With Unique Needs of People with IDD

Christmas came early to a hospital room eight years ago. A woman who receives services from People Inc. was nearing the end of her life. She had no involved family but she did have a team of people who knew her well, and People Inc.‘s Director of Life Transitions Ashley Keagle, who had recently launched the agency’s Mercy Doula Program.

Big Rock Dreams

The sound of guitars and Lean on Me carries through a garage as the members of Plug It Up rehearse for their next performance. Wearing John Lennon-style sunglasses, Demarquies Harge sings lead while Madison Fortuna and their personal development mentor Sean Wild play guitar alongside him.

Nominate a DSP Who Makes an Impact

Do you know a direct support professional who goes above and beyond? Nominate them for Direct Support Professional of the Year and help celebrate their outstanding care, commitment and dedication to those they support.

People Inc. Celebrates Newly Renovated Respite House

People Inc. celebrated the completion of a newly renovated overnight respite house during a ribbon-cutting ceremony today, marking a significant expansion of this important service for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.

Cooking Up Friendship

For Daishawn Hayes, the kitchen is where everything clicks.