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Category: Agency Excellence

August 11, 2026

Farm to Table at Helen Kaplan Center

Rosa Green Brings Fresh Flavor to the Table With a last name like Green, it’s no surprise that Rosa Green has a green thumb. A lifelong gardener and cook at Helen Kaplan Center, Rosa has…

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How I Self-Direct: Meet John “DJ Jumpin’ Johnny G” Ginther

John Ginther, also known as DJ Jumpin’ Johnny G, 32, has been DJing since he was sixteen years old. Supported…

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Self-Advocates Rally for Disability and Human Rights

Self-advocates across our agency came together for a Rights Rally on November 2. The Rights Rally is an interactive way…

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New Agency Board Member Elected: Meet Leng Lao

Please join us in welcoming Leng Lao, the newest member of the Board of Directors of Citizens Options Unlimited. The…

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Respite Moments: Connecting Through Games

Little moments can make for big change! While playing games can seem like just a fun activity, play is central…

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Kirkland Group Home Gives Back to Local Vets for Veterans Day

Kirkland Group Home decided to give back to their community this Veterans Day by connecting with the local Veterans of…

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Five Citizens Teams Make Top Fundraisers at Annual AHRC Foundation Walk

Agency Raises Over $100,000 to Support New York’s I/DD community The Citizens Options Unlimited community joined with over 1,000 walkers…

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Pre-Vocational Prepping: Meet Fred Parnther

National Disability Employment Awareness Month Fred Parnther, 47, from Westbury, has lived in the Citizens’ W. Hempstead Residence since March…

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“Let It Go!” Building Confidence and Skills Through Theater

Tanya Castiello, from Citizens’ Pickwick Residence, had her first spotlight moment in a summer performance of Disney’s Frozen at Cultural…

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Celebrating 20+ Years at the Home Depot: Meet Jamie Allen

National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2023 This year, Jamie Allen, 42, from Citizens’ Pickwick Residence, is celebrating nine consecutive years…

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