Author: ISS Admin

How to Reset Your Portal Password

If you can’t remember your password, it’s easy to reset it! In order to start, you’ll need to go to the ISS Portal website: https://portal.issny.org/ For more detailed information, that includes pictured examples, visit our help website here: https://help.issny.org/books/portal-basics/page/how-to-reset-your-password

Things to Note for Class Approval

Class review and approval process can take up to 30 days from time of request. It is recommended that Classes are submitted for approval prior to paying for services/attending classes. If a class provider is also providing other Self-Direction Services (Clinician, Support Broker, Community Habilitation, SEMP, Respite) this must be disclosed during the initial request […]

Attention SEMP Reporters!

SEMP Surveys are available on the ISS Portal: SEMP surveys can be accessed directly from your ISS Portal homepage. From your homepage, click on the “Go to SEMP Survey” link and you will automatically be taken to your SEMP Survey page.  Since the best and easiest way to get to the SEMP Survey is via […]

Circus Fun in Upstate NY

Cole All Star Circus Hosted By Monticello MafcoFootball was attended by one of our Self-Direction participants. Here are a few photos with Zenaida at the event.

Congratulations to the Pet Photo Contest Entries

ISS is pleased to announce the first place winners of the Pet Photo Contest. We would like to thank everyone for their submissions. All of the entries were amazing and fun to see. Your photos truly show the great joy and companionship they share with you. A $25 gift card was awarded to all first […]

Legoland Event is Full

Thanks to the amazing response, Legoland has received a flood of interest in their “Awesome is for Everyone” event in Goshen, NY.  Registration for the March 25th Legoland special event held for people on the Autism Spectrum is now full and they cannot accommodate any more reservations.  The registration link will no longer work. Legoland […]

Event Announcement

On Saturday, March 25th, LEGOLAND in Goshen New York is opening at 9am exclusively for people on the Autism Spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities. Avoid the crowds and the noise and enjoy the facilities at this new theme park in the Mid-Hudson region. Save the date with more information to follow.

Portal Practices: Helpful Hints

Portal Practices:  Helpful Tips Part I We understand that sometimes logging into the portal can be daunting. Here are some easy steps to follow that will help you when logging in. Look for more snippets of information in the coming weeks regarding navigating the portal and troubleshooting.  We hope this information will help make the […]

Template Housing Training Session

A presentation was hosted on February 17, 2023 by ISS Director of Program Services, Mary Abbatiello regarding changes to the SD Budget Template (Version 10/01/2022), specifically the Housing Subsidy budget tab. The video and chat log can be viewed at  https://help.issny.org/books/participant-and-circle-resources/page/110122-template-housing-training-session.

The ISS COS Council Meeting

“End of the Year Wrap-Up”  This 4th quarter meeting was originally scheduled for Dec View the meeting in it’s entirely here: 4th Quarter COS Council Meeting