Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office director's subject and correspondence files
Series Number
B2822
Summary
This series consists of the subject and correspondence files of the directors of Wassaic State Hospital, Wassaic Developmental Center, and the Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office.
Creator
New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office newsletters and promotional materials
Series Number
B2771
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.
Creator
New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Taconic Developmental and Disabilities Services Office major administrative policy and procedures
Series Number
B2806
Summary
This series contains the human resources policies of the Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Offices and its predecessors, the Wassaic Developmental Center and Wassaic State Hospital. These records provide detailed and diachronic information on the rules that governed the facility over the years.
Creator
New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
This series consists of annual reports published by the Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office and its predecessor facility, the Wassaic Developmental Center. These reports provide information on the center/DDSO's functions, activities, and events.
Creator
New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Taconic Developmental and Disabilities Services Office promotional and training material
Series Number
B2820
Summary
This series consists of photographs and videotapes created and used for promotional or training purposes. The images document mandated and optional training courses for employees; therapy sessions; occupational education classes; buildings and grounds; as well as living/working conditions.
Creator
New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
Photographs depicting patients are restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law, Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office cemetery records
Series Number
B2825
Summary
This series consists of cemetery records generated and collected by the Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office. Included are burial registers, cemetery plot maps, copies of death certificates, medical records, and autopsy reports. This series also contains related correspondence, memorandums, and newspaper articles.
Creator
New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
Records identifying patients are restricted permanently in accordance with Section 33.13, Mental Hygiene Law, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access permitted under certain condition upon approval by the Office of Mental Health.
Taconic Developmental and Disabilities Services Office routine administrative policies and procedures
Series Number
B2821
Summary
This series consists primarily of published procedures and administrative manuals, produced by the New York State Department of Mental Hygiene, Wassaic Developmental Center, and the Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office, aimed at addressing critical functions and agency wide operations.
Creator
New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Taconic Developmental and Disabilities Services Office recreational program records
Series Number
B2824
Summary
Potential Unlimited was a private entity that worked with the Wassaic Developmental Center and Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office between 1995 and 1999 to bring music, art, and the performing arts to those with developmental disabilities via workshops, music lessons, etc. Records documenting these activities include photographs, slides, brochures, media advertisements, press releases, and video performances.
Creator
New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
Photographs depicting patients are restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law. Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.