New York State Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office Newsletters and Promotional Materials
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Overview of the Records
Repository
- New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
- This series contains copies of newsletters published by the Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office, and its predecessors, including the Wassaic State School and the Wassaic Developmental Center. These newsletters highlighted the activities of the patients and clients, as well as the staff, administration, and community.
Title
- Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office newsletters and promotional materials
Quantity
- 5 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
- B2771
Creator
Arrangement
Chronological.
Scope and Content Note
This series contains copies of newsletters published by the Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office, and its predecessors, including the Wassaic State School and the Wassaic Developmental Center. These newsletters highlighted the activities of the patients and clients, as well as the staff, administration, and community. Publications include "School News," "Wassaic Horizon," "Taconic DDSO Horizon," "Dialogue," "Dutchess Life," "Giant Steps," "Artist Letters," "Wassaic News," and "Community League." Also included are promotional pamphlets and programs relating to special events at the facility.
Acquisition Information
This series was transferred under RDA 90336.
Processing Information
Duplicate copies of newsletters were weeded during the processing and accessioning of these records.
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Access Terms
Corporate Name(s)
- Wassaic Developmental Center (N.Y.)
- Wassaic State School
- New York (State). Office for People with Developmental Disabilities
Geographic Name(s)
Subject(s)
- People with mental disabilities--Institutional care
- Developmentally disabled--Institutional care
- Intellectual disability--Periodicals