
ABOUT US
Putnam Recreation Programs and Habilitation (PRPH) is a not-for-profit, parent-founded organization dedicated to providing quality recreation and leisure activities for people with developmental disabilities who reside in the Hudson Valley region including Putnam,Dutchess and Northern Westchester Counties, NY. Fed. Tax ID 13-3084676.
PRPH was founded in 1979 by concerned parents who were seeking recreational and social activities for their family members with Special Needs who were not able to access community recreation programs provided by Town, Village and County Government.
PRPH guided by an elected Board of Directors
CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS
Christine Hildebrandt, Pres.
Lucinda Hess, Vice-Pres.
Lyn Harris, Vice Pres.
Madeline Mattioli, Treasurer
Sylvia Good, Secretary
Barbara Albrecht
Irene Daly, Public Information
Mary Temple
Mr. Frank Granger, Advisory Member
Board Member contact: prph953@gmail.com
PRPH serves families and individuals with a family member aged 7 – Adult.
Adults living independently or in congregate care facilities may be served under special circumstances. Programs are offered on a weekly basis throughout the year.
Program opportunities include:
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Special Olympic Training and competition participation
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Weekly Bowling
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Dinner Socials and evening recreation activities
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Evening Pizza and Bingo
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Evening Swim and Swim Instruction
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Sports Training on Saturday mornings
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Saturday Respite and Recreation opportunities
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Seasonally Theme Dances and Dinner parties
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Golf Instruction
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Seasonal Community Trips/Outings
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School Vacation Camps
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Summer Vacation Camps
ELIGIBILITY
PRPH welcomes all individuals who have developmental disabilities. Participants must be approved for services through the NYS Office for People with Dev. Disabilities (NYS OPWDD). Participation in programs is contingent on a personal interview with families prior to enrollment. Participation is dependent on the ability of the organization to meet the specific needs of all participants.
EMPLOYMENT/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
PRPH encourages anyone to consider part-time employment opportunities with the organization. PRPH is a recognized
opportunity for High School Students to fulfill their “Service Learning” obligations for graduation. Interested applicants
should contact us via email prph953@gmail.com
FUNDING – Significant financial support is provided by:
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NYS OPWDD – Family Support Services
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PUTNAM COUNTY LEGLISATIVE GRANTS
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NYS OFFICE CHILDREN and FAMILY SERVICES through the PUTNAM COUNTY YOUTH BUREAU
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THE NEARING BUTTREMUK FOUNDATION
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ANNUAL FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES and GENEROUS INDIVIDUAL DONATIONS