The Helen Kaplan Center transformed into a beach paradise, this September, to say goodbye to summer as a community and come together to celebrate Direct Support Professional Recognition (DSP) Week. On September 10, the men and women residing at the … Continued
Parade, games, and gold medals for everyone! This summer, during the 2024 Olympics and late one Friday afternoon, the Shoreham Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) Sensory Garden was decorated in Olympic-themed signs and flags. Maura Boden, Respite/Recreation Program Coordinator, wore a … Continued
This month people all over Long Island have been enjoying the summer sun by exploring the many Long Island attractions, or simply enjoying a barbecue with friends and family. It’s the same thing for us – let’s take a look! … Continued
All-around sensory experience for residents: Animal therapy, essential oils, snow cones, music and more! Citizens Options Unlimited’s Helen Kaplan Center Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) kept the Memorial Day festivities going on Tuesday, May 28, with plenty of outdoor activities for … Continued
An Afternoon of Remembrance, Respect, and Renewal On June 18, a Day of Belonging was held at the Shoreham Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) with over 60 people in attendance under sunny skies. This event was months in the making, embodying … Continued
Residents and staff of Citizens Options Unlimited attended a party that was nothing short of a “jubilee.” Among the residences in attendance were Ontario Avenue in Plainview, Red Spring Lane in Glen Cove, Kirkland Drive in Greenlawn, and Fort Salonga … Continued
Jamie and Lizzie cheer on the Ducks and the Mets! Jamie Allen and Lizzie Grogan, avid baseball fans, traveled from their home in Syosset to attend the Long Island Ducks and New York Mets games in late April. Lizzie played … Continued
It’s been approximately seven months since Tamara Morales, a resident of Citizens’ Bayshore home, started working as an office clerk in the Learning & Professional Development Department of AHRC Nassau in Plainview. “I do paperwork,” Tamara explained. “I do Relias … Continued
Bi-Monthly Friday Night Dances at Shoreham ICF Bring Together Residents and Staff Music, singing, and laughter could be heard from outside the Rosewood Building at the Shoreham Intermediate Care Facility (ICF). In groups, residents and staff members joined the party, … 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