New York State’s CCO/HHs are the foundation of the I/DD care system. They are the only entities in the State that address the comprehensive care needs of New Yorkers with I/DD.

These organizations connect the 128,000+ people with I/DD in the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) system to the integrated, holistic supports they need to achieve optimal outcomes in every aspect of their lives.

For many individuals with I/DD, particularly those without familial support, their care managers — provided via CCO/HHs — are the only people independent of their providers who advocate for their well-being.

By coordinating access to preventive services and supports, CCO/HHs help keep individuals with I/DD out of hospitals, shelters, and other crisis centers.

CCO/HHs are NOT included in the 2025-2026 cost of living adjustment (COLA). On the heels of a 4% budget cut in 2024, it is critical that the Legislature restore the COLA for CCO/HHs.

We ask that you support the following items for inclusion in the 2025/2026 NYS Budget:

#InvestInIDD

The Care Management Alliance of New York, Inc. is a partnership of the State's seven Care Coordination Organizations/Health Homes that include: Advance Care Alliance, Care Design NY, LIFEPlan CCO, Person Centered Services, Prime Care Coordination, Southern Tier Connect and Tri-County Care.    

Through this tool, you can quickly and easily let your State elected officials know that you are advocating for CCO/HHs to be included in this year’s COLA.

Please complete the form below and click on the red button — "send email" — to see the pre-written letter. We invite you to personalize the letter with your own story! Personal stories are powerful tools for advocacy. They help lawmakers understand the real impact of policies and funding decisions on real people.