About LAUNCH
LAUNCH, formerly the Learning Disabilities Association of Central New York (LDACNY), has been serving the Greater Syracuse community since 1985. Serving learners of all abilities and ages to gain greater independence to be successful in school, work and community. Our current programs and services: Educational Consulting: Assists parents/guardians to navigate the school system in order to create positive outcomes for their child with special needs. Summer Programs: Three options based on age of the child: Summer Adventures In Learning (ages 6-11), Level Up (ages 12 & 13), Learning Without Borders (ages 14-16). The six week programs are academically based with a strong social-emotional component to address summer regression. Employment: Individual support with job seekers to assist with job searches, exploration and career development. Also provides on-site job coaching. Community Rehabilitation: Service provides one-to-one training to persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities to develop or enhance the skills needed to live more independently in their homes or in the community. Adult Social Group: A recreational program that provides adults with a disability opportunities for social engagement. Career Solutions Academy: A work force prep program to earn a certificate as a cleaning technician. To learn more about any of our programs or services, please visit our website at www.launchcny.org.
Leadership at LAUNCH
The team at the top of the org chart.
Paulette Purdy
Executive Director