It was important to Ruth Henderson, who resides at the Helen Kaplan Center in Plainview, to meet new people and become more involved in the community. She worked with her team and ultimately chose to attend the AHRC Nassau Farmingdale Day Service site, located on Farmingdale’s bustling Main Street. Ruth started attending Day Services in October, having … Continued
Snow Days Go Smoothly at Citizens As record-breaking snowstorms swept across Long Island this winter, the Citizens Options Unlimited community came together to share the experience and support one another. “Me and my roommate Daniel Spiegel were just hibernating,” said Noah Ackereizen, who resides at Carol Street Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA) in West Hempstead. “I … Continued
Men and women who reside in Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs) across Nassau and Suffolk gathered at the Plainview office on Jan. 15 for the first Citizens Options Unlimited Residential Council meeting of the year. Council members discussed issues that affect their daily lives, as well as upcoming events to connect and become a stronger … Continued
Under the glow of the disco ball, Art Therapy Night has created lasting, meaningful moments for the housemates of the Carol Street Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA) in West Hempstead. For Heather Moore, Art Therapy has increased confidence in her communication … Continued
Throughout December, the Citizens community enjoyed parties, daytrips, and traditions that brought everyone together. Here are just some of our holiday highlights: Hanukkah Traditions with Noah Ackereizen In a festive holiday video, Noah Ackereizen shared his favorite Hanukkah traditions, including lighting the menorah, eating latkes, and spinning dreidels. View here. … Continued
Autumn is a festive season, filled with adventure, celebrations, and plenty of fall fun for people supported by Citizens Residential Services, Respite Connections and Camp Loyaltown. Fall Day Trips Nothing says fall like apple and pumpkin picking. Housemates and … Continued
Scarecrows were dressed to impress and smiling jack-o-lanterns greeted attendees at the 2025 Fall Festival at the Helen Kaplan Center campus on October 21. On the crisp fall morning, the campus celebrated the season with arts & crafts, festive music, … Continued
While Daffy the Donkey spent time exploring the Sensory Garden, friendly bunnies, chickens, goats, and other farm animals visited the Shoreham Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) for an afternoon with people supported on Sunday, September 21. This was the second visit … 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
As regulars at the Rocky Point Ale House poured in for Karaoke Night on July 30, you could hear lively conversations among patrons about the songs they wanted to sing, while others wondered who the reserved seats were for at … Continued