The holidays are a season of giving, and the community of self-advocates, families, and staff at Citizens Options Unlimited’s Helen Kaplan Center wanted to give back to their neighbors at MOMMAS House. MOMMAS House, located in Levittown, provides housing and support for young mothers aged 18 to 24 and their children. To support … Continued
Outstanding members of the Citizens Options Unlimited team were honored at the Employee of the Quarter Luncheon on October 16 in the Brookville mansion. Standout employees highlighted, included Jennifer Ford-Rochester, a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at the Helen Kaplan Center … Continued
Spencer Aronson, Joey Telson, and Wilhelmina Waldinger made a difference this year sharing their time and volunteering to support young mothers, infants and adoptable shelter pets. Throughout the year, the entire Helen Kaplan community collected blankets, towels, and newborn supplies. … Continued
On Wednesday, Oct. 1, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Frontline Supervisors (FLS) were recognized for achieving National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Certification – a national standard that reflects their commitment to excellence, ethics, and person-centered support. To … Continued
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
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