For Robyn Lipschutz, who resides at the West Seamans Neck Road residence, no two days at her job as an After Care Counselor for preschoolers is ever the same. At the Friedberg JCC’s After School program, located in the Reinhard … Continued
The energy from the Recreation (Rec) Hall reverberated across Camp Loyaltown, as staff celebrated at Staff Appreciation Night on August 14. With the Rec Hall decorated in black, gray, and white balloons and streamers, and everyone in attendance, including over … Continued
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, people supported at Red Spring Lane were recognized by the Glen Cove nonprofit i Am My Sister, for their active participation in the Hope N’ Motion Walk for Youth Mental Health Awareness on May 17. They … Continued
Firing up the grill, the housemates and staff at the Ontario Avenue residence in Plainview welcomed loved ones and staff for their annual tradition – the summer barbeque known as the Family Gathering. Family members and friends of housemates Patrick … Continued
Camp Loyaltown’s 2025 camp season came to a close on September 7th, as the last campers waved goodbye and international counselors headed to airports – ending another amazing summer. From pool days to talent shows, sidewalk chalk, alpacas (and their … Continued
Cynthia Saint Jean is a Direct Support Professional (DSP) supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) at the Rugby Road residence in Westbury. Cynthia previously worked as a DSP providing Day Habilitation services at the Helen Kaplan Center before … Continued
“Small Acts of Kindness Can Have a Big Impact” Meet Seanie Duncan, a Direct Support Professional (DSP) supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) at the Port Washington Boulevard residence. Seanie began working as a DSP for Citizens Options … Continued
Meet Lavern Christie Bedward, a DSP at the Citizens Port Washington Boulevard residence in Manhasset. Lavern began working as a DSP at the agency in March 2022, after working as a home health aide. Over her three years here, … Continued
Meet Kenesha Cherry, a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Citizens’ Fort Salonga Road residence in Northport. Kenesha has dedicated her career to supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). She previously worked as a DSP for Brookville Center … Continued
Step inside Red Spring Lane on any given day, and you’ll likely find Carolle Jean Baptiste doing what she does best: brightening lives with compassion, dedication, and a warm, steady presence. For five years, Carolle has been more than just … Continued