The Citizens Options Unlimited community came together to celebrate the many cultures and traditions that make our community so vibrant, inclusive, and strong at the Week of Belonging, June 11–20, across our campuses. Building on last year’s Day of Belonging … Continued
At Citizens Options Unlimited, it’s not uncommon to meet staff members who have spent 10, 20, 30 or even 40 years of their career serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). On March 20, members of the team who … Continued
Join the 2025 Camp Informational Sessions Before we know it, Camp Loyaltown campers and families will gather for farewell hugs and send-offs before setting off for an unforgettable summer session at Camp Loyaltown in Hunter, NY. A respite for hundreds … Continued
Chris O’Connor, a member of the Town of Smithtown Disabilities Advisory Board and the Chief Operating Officer of Citizens Options Unlimited, was recently featured in a public service announcement from the Town of Smithtown and Smithtown Public Safety. “In my … Continued
People from all around the world travel to Camp Loyaltown, located in the picturesque community of Hunter, NY, every year to serve our wonderful campers. They can work at camp on a J-1 Visa, meant for people to participate in … Continued
William Turits, who lives in Greenlawn, joined an AHRC Nassau Day-Habilitation members to create meal and self-care kits for Island Harvest and the Farmingdale State College food pantry. William said he likes to help people, and his favorite part of … Continued
Residents and staff members at Citizens Options Unlimited brought the spring season in by celebrating holidays like Purim and Easter. At the Port Washington House, the tradition of making hamantaschen cookies for Purim brought particular delight. Meredith Armato, the manager … Continued
Dear Families, Friends and Colleagues, As the leader of organizations that support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as being an African-American man, I know full well the challenges and obstacles faced by both communities. As our nation … Continued