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An NYC icon, through Larry’s eyes ⚾️🎨

YAI artist Larry gives us a closer look at one of his recent pieces, capturing Yankee Stadium in his own unmistakable style.

What should Larry draw next? 🤔

#YAIArts #DisabilityArts #NYCArtists #YankeeStadium #NYCArt by @yainetwork

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Revealing our art until it reaches the right audience 🎨✨

One piece at a time, YAI artists are sharing their creativity with the world. Which one speaks to you? 👀

#YAI #DisabilityArt #DisabledArtists #ArtistsOfInstagram #ArtReels #ArtCommunity #SupportArtists by @yainetwork

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Tell us you’re a nurse at YAI without telling us you’re a nurse at YAI… 🩺😂

Our nurses understood the assignment. 💙 From always being prepared to knowing exactly what the people we support need, it’s all part of the job!

#YAINetwork #NursesOfYAI #Nursing #IDD #NurseLife by @yainetwork

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Our Bronx Self Advocates share what they would tell their younger selves, from lessons they’ve learned to reminders they still carry with them today.

What advice would you go back and give yourself? 💭

#YAINetwork #SelfAdvocacy #IDD #DisabilityInclusion #SelfAdvocates by @yainetwork

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Everette is sharing one of his latest works: a drawing of St. Patrick's Cathedral! 🎨

#YAIArts #YAI #NYC #Drawing #Artist by @yainetwork

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Many hats. One important role. 💙

Thank you to all of our incredible Direct Support Professionals for bringing patience, flexibility, problem-solving, and heart to your work every day. The impact you make in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their communities does not go unnoticed.

#DSPRW2026 #DirectSupportProfessionals #YAI #Trend #Disability by @yainetwork

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The documentary could be several hours long, actually 🎥 😂

#DSPRW2026 #DirectSupportProfessionals #Trend #IDD #YAI by @yainetwork

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Some days can be tough. Good thing we have each other. 💛

A little reminder from our Tarrytown Day Program that the right people can turn your whole day around.

#YAI #Tarrytown #DayHab #IDD #DisabilityInclusion #BetterTogether by @yainetwork

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A message for our Direct Support Professionals, straight from our self advocates 💙

Thank you for showing up, supporting, and making a difference every day.

#DSPRW2026 #DirectSupportProfessional #SelfAdvocacy #IDD #YAI by @yainetwork

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The work of Direct Support Professionals goes far beyond providing support 💙

Thank you to all DSPs for the essential role you play in our community and happy DSP Recognition Week! 🥳

#DSPRW2026 #DirectSupportProfessionals #YAI #DirectSupportProfessionalRecognitionWeek #DisabilityInclusion Two individuals walking hand in hand along a tree-lined street. One is wearing a blue puffer jacket, and the other has a black outfit with colorful shoes. Text overlay reads, "Most people don't know what a Direct Support Professional (DSP) does." The handle @yainetwork is also displayed. by @yainetwork

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There’s a lot to be proud of 💙

We asked self advocates from the Bronx to share what makes them proud — from personal growth and accomplishments to the things that make them who they are.

Here’s to celebrating ourselves and everything we’ve accomplished ✨

#SelfAdvocacy #DisabilityPride #IDD #Inclusion #YAI #BronxNY by @yainetwork

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Come train with Shani for the NYC Marathon 🏃‍♀

Shani Chill, our Chief of Education, shares what motivates her as she trains for the TCS New York City Marathon and why she chose to run for Team YAI! 👟

Support her through the link in our bio!

#TeamYAI #TCSNYCMarathon #NYCMarathon #MarathonTraining #RunForYAI by @yainetwork

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