Al Sigl Community of Agencies

Athlete. Graduate. Entrepreneur. Mentor. These are just a few of the words that describe Patrick Staley. An avid Buffalo Bills fan, he loves to play sports, especially football. He likes to read and watch movies with friends. He enjoys bike rides along the canal with his roommate. He is also on the autism spectrum. Because of access to Al Sigl Member Agency programs and strong family support, Patrick has been able to envision, and create, a successful future fully included in community life. “Don’t ever give up on what you are trying to achieve. Everyone’s path is different.” At 18 months, his mother, Dee, began to notice that Patrick had difficulty engaging with others. Their pediatrician said to give him time. By the age of 4, Patrick was speaking only a few words at a time. A friend suggested that Dee connect with the agency known today as Starbridge, one of Al Sigl’s seven Member Agencies, to find ways to help Patrick learn, grow, and connect with additional community resources. Today, Patrick is a member of the Al Sigl Facilities team, where he has worked for the last five years. He is a graduate of Roberts Wesleyan College’s BELL (Bridge to Earning, Learning, and Living) Program, which is a partnership with Monroe 2 BOCES Orleans and CP Rochester, another Al Sigl Member Agency. He has his own yard care business, called Pat’s Green Machines, and volunteers in the community. “I may have autism, but autism doesn't keep me from realizing my goals.” In 2020, Patrick achieved another important goal when he moved into an apartment that he shares with a roommate. He continues to utilize Self-Direction services, goes to work, and makes time to exercise and play sports with friends. Your ROC the Day Gift Your ROC the Day gift can help ensure that people of all ages and abilities, like Patrick, are able to choose their own path. Your support of our work together helps provide access to the resources that make success possible for over 55,000 children and adults served on Al Sigl’s six campuses. Each year, more individuals and families turn to Al Sigl Member Agencies for access to critical services. Through your generosity, you can help thousands of children and adults with disabilities® and special needs become more independent, achieve their goals, and be more fully included in community life. Thank you for your support of our work together! OUR MEMBER AGENCIES - CP Rochester - Empowering People's Independence (EPI) - Medical Motor Service - National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Upstate New York - Rochester Hearing & Speech Center - Rochester Rehabilitation - Starbridge

We focus on: Human Services

Where we are: Monroe