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Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Ohel empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling, independent lives while providing essential support for their families. Through both day and community-centered programs, our person-centered services help individuals build life skills, pursue employment, and stay connected within their communities.

For families where the individual with I/DD lives with them, we offer respite care, financial reimbursement, and educational support that help create a more structured and harmonious home. For those that are ready, we offer long-term housing.
With a focus on friendship, community, and independence, Ohel ensures that every person receives the care and opportunities they deserve.

  • I/DD and Autism Housing

    At Ohel’s Bais Ezra Housing, we provide more than just a place to live—we create a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment where adults with autism or intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) can thrive with dignity and purpose.

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    Employment Training

    Ohel’s employment training program empowers adults with developmental disabilities to succeed in the workplace through preparation, education, and support. The work skills they learn become life skills, helping them to thrive in their personal lives and beyond.

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  • Day Habilitation

    Ohel’s Day Habilitation (DayHab)  provides a structured program  that can help individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities over the age of 18 build relationships and work towards an independent life.

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    Recreational Respite for Children

    Ohel’s Recreational Respite program allows families of children with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities the opportunity to take a break and focus on themselves. Children in the program make memories and new friends, while parents can take a breath, get organized, take care of their many other responsibilities, or maybe just take a moment for themselves.

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    At-Home Respite

    At Ohel, we understand these challenges and are here to help. Our In-Home Respite Program provides compassionate, professional childcare, offering parents and caregivers in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Manhattan, and Nassau County the support they need to recharge while ensuring their child is in a safe, nurturing environment.

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    Community Habilitation

    Ohel’s Community Habilitation(CommHab) is a life skills education program for people with autism, ages 9 and up. is to help participants learn skills that will allow them to live freer and more independent lives and within their communities.

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    Family Reimbursement

    Family Reimbursement helps families of children with developmental disabilities to find flexibility in their budgets.

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    Family Support

    At Ohel, we understand the importance of support, connection, and moments of respite. Our family support programs provide practical resources, enriching experiences, and opportunities to connect with others who truly understand. Whether you’re looking for financial assistance, time to recharge, or a community that gets it—you’re not alone.

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