Category Archives: News

Consumer Directed Choices Hosts 2022 Constance Laymon Personal Assistant Recognition Awards Ceremony

The Capital Region Chamber featured CDChoices’ upcoming Annual Constance Laymon Personal Assistant Recognition Awards Ceremony November 10. This is the first time in two years that the awards are being held in person since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The ceremony will take place on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at Albany Marriott, located at […]

Doug Bartling, CDChoices’ long-time consumer, featured in The Saratogian for National Disability Employment Awareness Month

In a recent feature in The Saratogian, Doug Bartling Jr., a Saratoga County resident and consumer of CDChoices, shared his inspiring story as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The interview not only spotlighted Doug’s personal achievements as an actor and entertainer but also emphasized the essential role that CDChoices has played in his […]

Melissa Groves LIVE on News10 with Stephanie Rivas

Melissa Groves, Program Compliance Lead, was LIVE on News10 yesterday with Stephanie Rivas, speaking about National Disability Employment Awareness Month and how to empower those with disabilities to have a successful career. She also discussed various initiatives and programs aimed at breaking down barriers, providing equal opportunities, and ensuring that individuals with disabilities are equipped […]

Free coffee given to Non-profit employees

News10 ABC featured CDChoices on National Non-profit Day. In partnership with Stacks Espresso Bar, CDChoices handed out medium cups of hot and iced coffee at the shop’s location on Broadway in downtown Albany on Thursday morning. This event was an opportunity to show appreciation for nonprofit employees, as well as build relationships and bolster their […]

Anna Nahlupin, designated representative and personal assistant to her family members, speaks to Spectrum News on being a “sandwich caregiver”

Anna Nahlupin is the designated representative for her son, Valeriy Nalhupin, who was born with spina bifida. She hires, trains, schedules and terminates if needed, the caregivers for Valeriy. Anna is also a caregiver, or personal assistant, to her Uncle, Anatoly Orlioglo, who has Down syndrome. Anna is considered a sandwich caregiver, or someone who […]

Consumer Directed Choices, Inc. is collecting personal care and household items for the Veterans Miracle Center

In honor of National Military Appreciation month, donations of personal care and household items are being collected by Consumer Directed Choices Inc. (CDChoices) for the Veterans Miracle Center in Albany. The CDChoices team is making personal donations and acting as a drop-off location for community donations. Brian Frasier, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), was interviewed by […]