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Securing Futures.

Supporting people with disabilities and those in recovery in Central New York.

Empowering Lives.
Securing Futures.

Supporting people with disabilities and those in recovery in Central New York.

News & Events

A Legacy of Hope and Healing: Motz estate directs $100K to Unity House

May 12, 2026

Teresa Motz brought people together through laughter, friendship, food, music and dance. Hard-working and joyfully unconventional, she believed every person deserves dignity and respect. Due to a series of serious accidents, Teresa lived with chronic pain, said Unity House CEO Darlene Podolak, who met Teresa through her church. “She knew… Read the full article: A Legacy of Hope and Healing: Motz estate directs $100K to Unity House

Fulfilling a Longtime Dream

April 15, 2026

It’s a Friday afternoon, and Richard Langendoerfer has just completed his work week as a teacher’s aide at TST BOCES. “It brings a smile to my face,” said Richard, 28. “It’s a job where I come home and think, ‘Wow, I really did something for them today.’” Not long ago,… Read the full article: Fulfilling a Longtime Dream