Developmental Disabilities Institute Sponsors Golf Fundraiser

 

President of K Restoration and Roofing Corp. since 2002, Barry Grummer oversees the construction company’s daily operations. When not in the office, Barry Grummer supports a number of charities, one of which is the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) and its Young Autism Program.

Established in 1961, DDI addresses the needs of those with autism and other developmental disabilities. The nonprofit organization offers therapeutic intervention programs, and serves more than 1,500 children and adults with autism. It has five main campuses in cities throughout New York State: Huntington, Medford, Riverhead, Ronkonkoma, and Smithtown.

As a nonprofit organization, DDI relies heavily on financial donations and fundraisers to run its services and programs. One such fundraiser was the 2016 Golf Classic, which took place on June 20 at two different courses: Woodside Acres Country Club in Muttontown, and Pine Hollow Country Club in East Norwich. Participants could purchase a ticket for cocktails and dinner only, or for golf and dinner. Sponsorship opportunities at the golf courses were available for signs placed at tees, putting greens, and on golf carts.

About the Programs Provided by the DDI’s Young Autism Program

With more than 40 years of experience in the roofing industry, Barry Grummer has served as the president of K Restoration and Roofing Corporation since 2002. A dedicated member of his community, Barry Grummer contributes to a number of charitable organizations, including the Developmental Disabilities Institute’s (DDI) Young Autism Program (YAP).

Since its founding in 1951, the nonprofit DDI has worked to meet the needs of children with autism and other developmental disabilities through a wide range of services. Central to its mission is YAP, which offers programs like Early Intervention, for infants and children going into preschool, and Family Support, a free service for caregivers.

Approved by the New York State Departments of Education and Health, YAP can perform multidisciplinary evaluations at the child’s home, DDI locations in Ronkonkoma and Huntington, or at a daycare center. Other Early Intervention services include parent training and individualized instruction in developmental groups, among others specifically designed to address each child’s particular needs.

YAP’s Family Support service encompasses both a Children’s Day Program and Project SOAR, which are overseen by trained care providers. Funded by the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities, they provide family caregivers a chance to rest or to accomplish a task, whether it’s for a few hours once a week or longer periods during school breaks.