CEO Dr. Tricia Patrick
New building at 80 Grasslands Road, Elmsford
New CEO and new headquarters signal a new beginning for a leading agency advancing health, opportunity, and inclusion for people with disabilities, children, and families
One of the most trusted advocates and providers of comprehensive services for people with disabilities, children, and families is starting a new chapter in its history.
Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD) will be moving from its 20 Plaza West location in Valhalla to a new, more modern facility at 80 Grasslands Road in Elmsford. This coincides with the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Tricia Patrick, who will lead the agency as it moves into the future.
“This move represents much more than a new building. It reflects WIHD’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of people with disabilities, children, and families across our community. As we begin this next chapter, we are building on more than 75 years of impact while creating new opportunities to expand our services, strengthen partnerships, and improve lives. I am honored to lead WIHD at such an exciting moment in its history,” said
Dr. Patrick. “We are deeply grateful to the many supporters whose generosity made this vision possible, and to the leadership of retired CEO Dr. Ansley Bacon, whose vision helped shape the organization WIHD is today, and Dr. Susan Fox, whose leadership and determination were instrumental in bringing this transformational project to fruition.”
Dr. Patrick is a highly accomplished public health leader and academic with more than two decades of experience in epidemiology, health services research, and program leadership. She holds a Doctor of Public Health in Epidemiology from New York Medical College and has built a distinguished career that bridges research, clinical outcomes, and population health. Her progressive leadership roles at WIHD—including Director of Research and Chief Academic Officer and Co-UCEDD Director—demonstrate a strong track record of advancing organizational strategy, research innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Dr. Patrick began as CEO in July, succeeding Dr. Susan Fox, who has led the agency since 2016. One of WIHD’s major goals during that time has been to move the organization to new, more modern, accessible quarters from the building where it has been headquartered since the 1970s.
The new, expanded location at 80 Grasslands Road in Elmsford will provide a modern, accessible environment and allow WIHD to reduce waiting lists for integrated medical, dental, and therapeutic care that are in high demand. The Capital Campaign – Westchester Institute for Human Development is ongoing, but WIHD hopes to move into its new headquarters by early 2027.
“I feel so fortunate to have led this amazing organization for the past decade,” Dr. Fox said. “With the move to WIHD’s new home, the time is right for a new leader to take WIHD into its next chapter, and Dr. Patrick is that person.”
Westchester Institute for Human Development
For more information, go to www.wihd.org.