New York State has enacted its 2027 fiscal year budget — and for families of individuals with developmental disabilities, it brings some of the most meaningful investments in OPWDD services in recent years.
What the 2027 Budget Means for OPWDD Families
The enacted budget includes expanded Self-Direction funding, increased rates for community-based service providers, and new investments in programs that help individuals with developmental disabilities live, work, and thrive in their communities.
For families enrolled in OPWDD Self-Direction, these changes can mean higher Individual Support and Services (ISS) budget allocations, more provider options, and stronger support for the life skills and vocational programs that make a real difference in daily life.
At Chishti Care New York, our Catalog A and Catalog B programs are designed to be funded through OPWDD Self-Direction ISS budgets. We work alongside Support Brokers and Fiscal Intermediaries to help families in Jackson Heights and across Queens access every dollar they are entitled to.
Official OPWDD Announcement
Read the full details of the 2027 Fiscal Year Enacted Budget and what it means for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities — directly from OPWDD.
Read the Full OPWDD ArticlePublished by the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
How Chishti Care New York Can Help
If your family is new to Self-Direction or wants to understand how the 2027 budget changes affect your current plan, our team is here to help. We offer instruction in Bengali, Urdu, Hindi, and Spanish — so no family in our community has to navigate these changes alone.
Ready to Learn More?
Contact us to find out how the 2027 OPWDD budget changes can benefit your family's Self-Direction plan.
