Autumn Vibes at Citizens

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

Happy 65th Birthday Catherine D’Onofrio!

Family, friends join Catherine for a birthday party Catherine D’Onofrio, who resides at Helen Kaplan Center, was smiling all morning long, seemingly knowing that a surprise was awaiting her later in the day. She was correct. Later that day, Catherine … Continued

Watching the Trains Go By

Housemates Bobby and Spencer enjoy visits to the local train station  Often, you will see Robert “Bobby” Karp, who resides at Helen Kaplan Center Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), smiling on the platform of local train stations as he watches trains … Continued

Virtual Connections Hosts Holiday Concert

On a chilly winter night, a Zoom meeting brought music and cheer to houses across Long Island and beyond as part of the Virtual Connections Holiday Concert, with family, friends, and staff members in attendance. Twice a week, friends log … Continued

A Day at White Post Farms

Joy, laughter, and learning to celebrate the fall season On a bright and sunny Saturday in October, roommates from the Ontario Avenue residence in Plainview attended the White Post Farms Fall Festival. A fall tradition for many, the festival in … Continued