About Us
At Ascend, we partner with designated agencies to connect families and providers with skilled Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) who deliver Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). Our role is to ensure that designated agencies can consistently meet the individualized needs of their clients by providing qualified and compassionate staff.
Our Role in Community Education:
Ascend is dedicated to raising awareness about Medicaid-funded services in NYC, educating schools, social workers, healthcare providers, and other community members to expand access for Medicaid recipients and families.
Who Benefits from Our Services?
Children and Teens (0-17)
Working with designated agencies, Ascend provides staffing to support children and teens with:
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Life skills development and emotional growth.
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Mental health and behavioral challenges.
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Social skills for healthy relationships.
Young Adults (18-21)
Through our staffing solutions, designated agencies help young adults:
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Build independence with vocational training and life skills.
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Receive crisis intervention and emotional support.
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Achieve financial and employment readiness.
Families
Designated agencies, supported by Ascend’s skilled staff, empower families by providing:
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Educational resources to navigate complex systems.
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Advocacy and support services tailored to family needs.
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Respite care to promote balance and well-being.