News and Events
Southern Tier Connect is where you are; we are committed to coordinating the highest quality supports and services for the individuals and families of our beautiful region of New York. With offices located throughout the Southern Tier, we are pleased to offer news and events that will bring us closer to the individuals and families we serve.
Welcome, Baby Joshua!
My name is Ana Rodriguez; I am a new mom and living independently. I am 21 years old and I’m proud of the accomplishments I’ve made over the past few months. I met my new care manager, Elayne Mosher-Campoli, when I was six months pregnant. I needed a safe place to...
Cornerstone Mobile Counseling
A Special Guest Webinar On Friday, February 5, Southern Tier Connect welcomed special guest Cornerstone Mobile Counseling, an organization that quickly connects individuals and families in Central New York with qualified, licensed online counselors, usually within a...
Finding Solutions in a Crisis
2021 had just started when Madison, an STC care manager, received an urgent call about Richard. He was on another care manager’s caseload but the situation was overwhelming. Right away, Madison stepped in to help.Above, Madison and Richard pose for a selfie in the...
Staying the Course through Covid-19
Moving out on your own for the first time is an exciting adventure, and moving in the midst of a global pandemic is an adventure filled with unexpected challenges. COVID-19 has affected millions of lives across our nation. Despite all the challenges, through the...
Be Wise – Immunize! A Special Guest Webinar about the COVID-19 Vaccine
It’s been just about a year since COVID-19 was detected in humans and now vaccines to protect us against the virus have finally arrived. The Moderna and Pfizer vaccines were the first to receive emergency approval by the FDA and more are surely on their way. While...
SDS Fiscal Intermediary Informational Sessions: A Two-Part Webinar Series
Self-Directed Services and Fiscal Intermediaries Self-Direction, or Self-Directed Services (SDS), gives you the chance to choose your own services so you can live the life you want. When you self-direct your services, you have increased flexibility to choose the right...
Webinar: The COVID-19 Vaccine – Be Informed
An informative webinar about the COVID-19 vaccine presented by Bassett Healthcare Network This webinar occurred on Thursday, December 17 at 12:00 p.m. Did you miss the webinar? You can now watch it here:
CANVAS: A Remote-Based Curriculum
About the Program Living independently and reaching specific goals is the outcome of habilitation. The underlying ability to achieve and maintain these skills is resiliency and grist. At the kernel of the human experience are these six life skills that cannot be...
What is Medicare, and do I need it?
What is Medicare? Medicare is a national health insurance program run by the federal government. Medicare covers, people age 65 and older and some people under age 65 who may qualify due to a disability or another special situation. Why is it important to those with...
Achieving Independence through COVID-19
A Letter from Amanda Davis, Care Coordination Manager at Southern Tier Connect, Cortland, NY Jon has resided in an IRA setting for numerous years, and throughout that time I have worked with him and his residential staff to strengthen his independence goals. This past...