Care Design New York was proud to be represented at the 2025 New York State ID/DD Nurses Association (NYSIDDNA) Annual Conference, held in Albany on September 17. Brittany Miske, MBA, RN, AGNP-BC, LSSGB, our Vice President of Healthcare Management and Clinical Support, delivered an insightful presentation titled Hospital Transition of Care Pearls to a statewide audience of nursing professionals.

The presentation focused on improving health outcomes and care coordination for individuals with I/DD during and after hospital stays. Key topics included:

• Frequent hospitalizations and the patterns behind them

• Challenges tied to premature discharge, including risks of incomplete treatment and care delays

• Chronic disease trajectories, such as COPD, dementia, and congestive heart failure, with strategies for supporting individuals throughout their care journey

• System-level opportunities to improve transitions through better communication, stronger hospital partnerships, and proactive care planning

• Tips for safe discharge planning, with a focus on collaboration and person-centered care

• Insights on supporting residential transitions, including best practices for navigating in-person and virtual IRA screenings

We’re grateful to NYSIDDNA for the opportunity to share knowledge and support continued collaboration across disciplines.

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

I’m pleased to share the Care Design NY 2025 Annual Report, which reflects a year defined by advocacy, resilience and steady progress during a time of significant change across our field.

In 2025, our organization remained a trusted partner for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. The work highlighted in this report was shaped by the voices, needs, and experiences of the more than 31,000 individuals we serve across New York State, as well as by the dedication of our staff and partners.

Each accomplishment reflected in this report is the result of collaboration and shared commitment. From care managers and support teams to community partners and advocates, your efforts ensured that person-centered care, equity and member supports remained at the heart of everything we do.

As we move forward, I am confident in the strength of our organization and deeply grateful for the trust placed in Care Design NY. Thank you for being part of this important work and for helping us build a more inclusive, responsive system of care.

Warm regards,
Kerry Delaney
Chief Executive Officer
Partnership Solutions, Care Design NY

On Saturday, June 8, a few dedicated members of our team proudly represented Care Design NY at the Pride Rally at the Capitol in Albany. The event served as a vibrant celebration of love, identity and resilience — and a meaningful reminder of the ongoing fight for equality.

While this was a smaller showing for us, our presence carried the same message: Pride is more than a month — it's a movement we support every day of the year.

We remain committed to advocating for inclusion, respect and the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community across all the communities we serve.

On Sunday, June 1, members from our Hudson Valley team proudly joined the celebration at New Paltz Pride, standing in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community and reaffirming our ongoing commitment to inclusion, equality and advocacy.

At Care Design NY, Pride Month has always been more than a moment — it’s a movement we support every day of the year. Participating in New Paltz Pride was a meaningful way to show our support, connect with the community and celebrate the diversity that makes New York stronger.