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Commentary: The human services workforce deserves more than annual uncertainty
The 2.7% increase pass this year will help, but this crucial sector needs the stability a long-term funding mechanism will provide.
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Does Mental Health Matter in the Workplace? – Behavioral Health News
In a recent article for Behavioral Health News, Dr. Max Banilivy explores the powerful connection between mental and physical health, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing emotional well-being in every aspect of our lives.
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Welllife Network by Patricia Robinson
Recently, Diahann Parks-Derrell and Nathene Cruz were featured guests on Pat Robinson’s radio talk show, Conversations on the Block on 94.7 FM.
If you missed it, here’s the link for you to check out:
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Nonprofit WellLife Network Files Plans for 165 Residential Units in Brooklyn
WellLife Network, a nonprofit organization that provides a variety of care services to New Yorkers, has filed plans with the New York City Department of Buildings to bring a new, 165-unit residential building to 129 Osborn Street in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
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Affordable housing on Long Island is hard to find. Here’s how the system works.
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Human services workers push for higher COLA
Behavioral health advocates are pushing for a higher cost-of-living adjustment for
health and human service workers in one-house proposals set to be introduced next
week.
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LI Business News: Healthcare Heroes
Long Island Business News created Health Care Heroes to recognize excellence, promote innovation and honor the efforts of individuals and organizations making a significant impact on the quality of health care on Long Island. The winners were selected by the editors of Long Island Business News. Congratulations to WLN staff: Elizabeth Benjamin, Aubrey Romano, Tanya Bridges, Toscha Hamilton, Kelly Savage and Patricia Spring!
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Cost-of-living proposal for human services is too low, by Sherry Tucker
The Albany Times-Union article from our CEO, Sherry Tucker, states that the state’s proposed cost-of-living adjustment for human services funding — about 1.7 percent — is too low to keep pace with actual inflation and the rising costs facing providers and workers.
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Tricia Singh, WellLife’s CAO: City & State 2026 Black Trailblazer Award Recipient
The City & State 2026 Black Trailblazers is a recognition list published as part of the City & State Magazine celebration during the Albany Legislative Caucus Weekend in Albany, New York, honoring Black leaders across New York who are shaping the state’s future through leadership in government, business, advocacy, and community work. The award highlights dynamic Black trailblazers for their impactful contributions and was presented at a special caucus event in the state capital to spotlight their achievements and foster networking among policymakers and community leaders.
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Commentary: Proposed wage hike for human services is inadequate
State budget must include a living-wage pay increase for this high-need sector.