Tri-County Care

Today, Tri County Care proudly joined The Care Management Alliance of New York (CMANY) at the State Capitol in Albany to advocate for the individuals and families we serve.

Together, we met with legislators and staff, including Assemblyman Joe Sempolinski, Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio, Assemblyman Santabarbara, Senator Bill Weber, and Assemblywoman Karen McMahon-Met, to urge the State to include Care Coordination Organizations (CCOs) in the targeted inflationary increase within the State Budget.

CCOs were removed from the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) three years ago. Restoring this funding is critical to sustaining the dedicated workforce of Care Managers who serve as a lifeline to the I/DD community, helping individuals navigate services, access supports, and live safely and independently in their communities.

We’re grateful for the time and partnership of the legislative teams we met with and look forward to continuing these important conversations to ensure Care Managers, and the people they support, receive the investment they deserve.

Looking for a rewarding career. We are hiring Care Managers.
Apply at: https://tricountycare.org/careers/

We are thrilled to shine a light on Tristan O’Rourke, an inspiring teen in our community. At just 16 years old, Tristan is showing that passion, determination, and the right support can turn challenges into triumphs.

This spotlight is part of an interview with Tristan’s mom, Diane O’Rourke, conducted by Tri County Care for our Q3 Member Newsletter. From his love of history and learning to winning three gold medals at the Special Olympics, Tristan’s journey is one we are proud to celebrate and support. 🏅🏅🏅

To read the full interview, see our Q3 Member Newsletter - https://tricountycare.org/member-newsletter-q3/