Upcoming Events
The Drive Fore People Inc. Golf Tournament
14 Jul
July 14, 2025
We're gearing up for our annual golf tournament. Save the date! Join us at Park Country Club on July 14, 2025.
Updates
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Jun 24, 2025
People Inc. Opens Art Gallery at Tri-Main Center
Community supporters, families, and artists filled the lobby of Tri-Main Center with pride and excitement, as they came together to celebrate the grand opening of the new ArtsWork Gallery on Friday, June 20. The event marked a major milestone for People Inc.’s inclusive arts initiative, which now has a dedicated space to showcase art created by people participating in People Inc. programs.
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Jun 18, 2025
Accepting DSP Award Nominations
You can help recognize outstanding People Inc. staff members who do heroic work, making a difference in the lives of thousands of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Nominate a People Inc. Employee today for the annual People Inc. Direct Support Professional (DSP) of the Year Award. Nominations close on July 14!
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Jun 10, 2025
People Inc. Unveils New Mission, Vision, and Values
After months of thoughtful input from key stakeholders, including People Inc. employees, families and board members, the People Inc. Board of Directors recently approved new statements outlining the agency’s guiding principles – our mission, vision and values.
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Jun 05, 2025
People Inc. Celebrates Opening of Mt. Olive Senior Manor
Elected officials, community leaders, and residents gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 3, 2025 to celebrate the grand opening of Mt. Olive Senior Manor, an affordable senior housing development providing 65 safe, comfortable apartments for older adults in the city of Buffalo.
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May 27, 2025
OPWDD Commissioner Tours People Inc.
Willow Baer, commissioner of the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), and members of her state and regional management team were welcomed on Monday, May 19 by People Inc.'s Anne McCaffrey, president and CEO, and several members of the agency leadership and program staff.
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May 19, 2025
Two People Inc. Nurses Given High Honors During National Nurses Week
By working diligently every day to protect and promote the health and abilities of the people we support, nurses are essential to the care provided at People Inc. The agency joined the nation in celebrating its many dedicated nurses during National Nurses Week, and two People Inc. RNs were recognized with top honors for their exceptional work in the field.
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May 19, 2025
A Night of Celebration to Remember
More than 300 People Inc. supporters attended “A Night of Celebration” on April 30 to celebrate a year of achievement and the far-reaching impact of People Inc.’s programs and services. The event helped the People Inc. Foundation raise $85,000 to support our mission.
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Apr 04, 2025
In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, People Inc.'s Katie Radecki, program director and Todd Lesmeister, teaching artist, were guests on News 4 WIVB Buffalo's Daytime Buffalo on April 3, 2025. Along with host Chelsea Lovell, they discussed the intersection of arts and autism and how People Inc.'s new ArtsWork program is enhancing creativity and empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You can watch the segment here . An important aspect of Autism Acceptance Month is a focus on learning how to communicate and understand people. Katie pointed out that there is no "one" profile for people on the autism spectrum and that the experience is different for each person. Therefore, the services that are provided are individualized. Todd shared how the artistic process allows people to process their thoughts and ideas, create something, and bring it into the world. To promote an understanding of some often-misunderstood activities common for people on the autism spectrum, we’ve created a video series about Stimming, short for Self-Stimulatory Behavior. It can provide comfort, help with focus, or offer a sense of calm in overwhelming situations. Watch "Stimming Looks Like This: The Power of Stims" here .
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Mar 12, 2025
Advocacy's Mission Highlighted on WGRZ-TV
People Inc.'s Advocacy Department is dedicated to amplifying the voices of people with disabilities, ensuring they have a say in policies and decisions that impact their lives. Outreach, community education, and training future medical professionals are all part of advocacy in action. WGRZ - Channel 2, Buffalo, featured their efforts in a recent segment, which included interviews with People Inc.’s Israel Cruz, advocacy support professional, and Bradford Watts, associate vice president. Access the full story here . More information about the People Inc. Advocacy Department is available here and in our blog .