Birch Family Services Launches GoFundMe Campaign For Workers In New York City’s Group Homes

Birch Family Services, an education and support services provider organization for people with autism and developmental disabilities in New York City, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to support the cost of protective equipment and increased staffing required to care for individuals with disabilities during the COVID-19 crisis. The crowd funding began mid-April and so far, has raised $11,255.

Coping with the COVID-19 pandemic is especially challenging for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to navigate the sudden disruption to daily life and routine. Many reside in group homes and have chronic health conditions, making it difficult . . .