Oswego Industries And The Arc Of Oswego County Mandated To Close On-Site Day Programming

by Contributor | March 17, 2020 2:39 pm

FULTON – In an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), The Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) has directed all day service providers to temporarily suspend operations of day programs beginning today, March 17, at 5 p.m.

At Oswego Industries and the Arc of Oswego County, two Fulton-based nonprofit agencies that support adults with developmental disabilities, these closures include Without Walls Day Habilitation, Seniors Day Habilitation, Group Day Habilitation, and Pre-Vocational Services.

The Arc’s Respite and Community Habilitation programs will continue during this closure, as will Oswego Industries’ Community Habilitation program and Production contracts unless otherwise directed by Federal, State or Local entities.

There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in any of our programs at this time. We are continuing to monitor all guidance from local, state and federal agencies, and will stay in close communication with you about our response as the situation develops.

We realize the impact suspension of our day programs has on our families, staff and the people we support. However, it is critical we take action to limit the spread of illness. We appreciate your understanding as we work together to ensure the health and safety of our community.

We are making every effort to minimize the disruption of services and the emotional impact of evolving restrictions for the people we serve under unprecedented circumstances.  If you have concerns about meeting the immediate support needs of your loved one, please reach out to us at [email protected][1] and we will work to identify alternative solutions.

Oswego Industries and The Arc of Oswego County continue to emphasize best practices for infection control at all our sites, including washing hands frequently, sanitizing all high-traffic touchpoints, and the use of face masks during this time.

We are actively working with The Arc New York, OPWDD, and state and local health departments to develop response plans and procedures that prioritize the health and safety of people supported, their families, and our staff, while minimizing disruption of essential services.

Oswego Industries is a private, not-for-profit agency located in Fulton, New York which has been dedicated to the provision of services to individuals with disabilities since 1968.

Our mission is to be a leader in the field of developmental disabilities, committed to meeting the needs of individual growth, productivity and independence through education, advocacy and increased community acceptance and participation.

The Arc of Oswego County is a private, not-for-profit agency located in Fulton, New York which has been dedicated to the provision of services to individuals with disabilities since 1953.

 

Source URL: https://oswegocountytoday.com/community/oswego-industries-and-the-arc-of-oswego-county-mandated-to-close-on-site-day-programming/

---