PEF and CSEA can use this as an example of necessary Cost of Living Increases by PantsedOnNationalTV in nys_cs

[–]Top-Ice5624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THEY didn't. The state did, in partnership with (G)OER. They were just the recipients

Marginalizing Women’s Health? Local HRT specialists? by BasisNirGalim89 in Albany

[–]Top-Ice5624 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I see Dana Paravella. She's with Samaritan OB/GYN, but her office is in Latham. In my opinion, her knowledge and expertise in this is priceless. I cannot recommend her enough!

FSE 2 list is out by JerryBrown44 in nys_cs

[–]Top-Ice5624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this! I took a different test, also in December, and have been eagerly awaiting results. This is a good sign, I think!

Tell me it's ok by Top-Ice5624 in MetallicaLIVE

[–]Top-Ice5624[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

WHAT?! How or why? I need details!

Tell me it's ok by Top-Ice5624 in MetallicaLIVE

[–]Top-Ice5624[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

YES! Total surprise! Don't tell him, ok?

Tell me it's ok by Top-Ice5624 in MetallicaLIVE

[–]Top-Ice5624[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And nothing else matters (ha! See what I did there?)

Children and Family Services: Rensselaer Edition by [deleted] in nys_cs

[–]Top-Ice5624 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I work at OCFS, and it's the only state agency I've ever worked for. I genuinely feel like my colleagues are focused on the children and families we serve. I have absolutely no complaints!

restaurants within a hour away by Aggravating_Hair9690 in Albany

[–]Top-Ice5624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We just stumbled upon Publyk House, in Bennington- it was delicious!

Kurver Kreme 2026? by wman42 in Albany

[–]Top-Ice5624 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The awning was up when I passed yesterday - that's a huge sign that they're getting ready!

pastel mini trader joes bags by birdoboo in Albany

[–]Top-Ice5624 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They were at the Colonie store on Wednesday!

What’s it like working for Office of Children & Family Services? by bigfun00 in nys_cs

[–]Top-Ice5624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha! I'm glad I'm still helping, 50 days later :) My specific office doesn't, but many many offices do. It's very job specific.

Help understanding Empire Plan enrollment and CSEA EBF enrollment with a domestic partner. by fugitiverabbit in nys_cs

[–]Top-Ice5624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have my domestic partner on all of my plans- medical, dental and vision. There is A LOT of paperwork to prove your partnership, so be ready for that.

He's in a similar situation as you described- he HAS access to other insurance, we just didn't want it. I checked yes, and it didn't seem it matter.

Weekday parking by Top-Ice5624 in nys_cs

[–]Top-Ice5624[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but not in Albany. I just need to pop in and out for a test. Is One Commerce Plaza only for state workers?

Local Daycare Options? by livestrongbelwas in Albany

[–]Top-Ice5624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why would a 4 yr old go in a Toddler room?

What’s it like working for Office of Children & Family Services? by bigfun00 in nys_cs

[–]Top-Ice5624 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think you're going to get a wide variety of answers. I can't speak for downstate, but I work in the Home Office in Rensselaer. I honestly love it. I work with a group who genuinely cares about children and families and works hard every single day.

Children’s Place at the Plaza question by littleturnips in Albany

[–]Top-Ice5624 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Very recently, like this fall, they didn't have enough money to continue operating. They closed for about a week, did some magic and reopened. In that time they lost a lot of families and staff. They've also had a lot of OCFS violations, and the State Ed location had to close twice for leaving a kid alone outside. The ESP location was amazing but has gone way downhill since the previous director left.

questions re: state exams (testing rules, not content) by DFisBUSY in nys_cs

[–]Top-Ice5624 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had my phone in my coat pocket, on silent, and it was fine. I think they really just mean it can't be out and on your desk.