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
The holidays came early this year as people supported by Citizens Options Unlimited’s Residential Program celebrated at the Holly Jolly July Party at The Sterling in Bethpage on July 10. Combining the joy of the holidays with summertime fun, the … Continued
Inside a Port Washington gym, people of all abilities grow stronger every day, including Jonathan Mandel, who lives at the West Islip Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA). Jonathan trains regularly with Chris Speziali of PowerPals, a physical education program designed for … Continued
Get on your cowboy boots and hats, because it’s time to go on an adventure at the Rocking Horse Ranch Resort in Highland, New York. Recently, people supported at the Pickwick Drive residence in Syosset and the Pearl Street residence … Continued