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Statewide Caregiving and Respite Coalition of New York, (SCRCNY) is a statewide, cross-disability, cross-generational caregiving and respite coalition that was borne out of agencies and individuals understanding the need to build strong coalitions to advance caregiver policy and program issues in New York State. The Coalition, as recommended by the New York State Family Caregiver Council, supports and fosters cooperative efforts and communication among state, county, community, and faith-based organizations that serve and advocate for caregivers and the loved ones they care for. Informal caregivers from across the lifespan - caregivers of elderly individuals and caregivers of adults and children with special needs - have a valuable role in the health and long term care system because of the care they provide. This unpaid care saves billions of dollars in state and federal The Coalition provides a unified statewide platform to advocate for caregiver issues, and promotes and provides professional development and training. The Coalition also provides a mechanism for members to share best practices, training, and educational opportunities for professionals and/or caregivers. The Coalition works with local and regional caregiving coalitions to build upon their strengths and help to form new networks where needed. Working with local and regional groups will assist the Coalition to stay current on the unique issues and concerns of professionals and caregivers from across the state and enable local and regional groups to work collectively through the Coalition to advocate for and address those unique issues as well as universal issues that affect all caregivers. | |||||||
funds and helps their loved ones to remain in their homes. The mission of the Coalition is to provide support services for caregiver and respite programs by fostering cooperative efforts to develop public awareness, advocacy, professional development and fund development.