Virtual Connections, a remote respite service initiated during the pandemic, is now transitioning to a new operational model. As of January 2024, Virtual Connections will be entirely led and managed by its members. This change reflects a significant move towards … Continued
Little moments can make for big change! While playing games can seem like just a fun activity, play is central to the development of fundamental social, emotional, and physical skills. Playing games also brings people supported at Saturday Respite out … Continued
Tanya Castiello, from Citizens’ Pickwick Residence, had her first spotlight moment in a summer performance of Disney’s Frozen at Cultural Playhouse in Syosset. The first-year acting student advocated for more independence and to have something she could call her own. … Continued
Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week: A Series Meet the multi-faceted DSPs that make up Citizens Options Unlimited As a full-time Pre-K teacher and mother to a son with Autism, ZayKeya Branic, Respite DSP for Virtual Connections, has a deep understanding … Continued
Camp Loyaltown Summer 2023 is here. With over 400 campers and 150 counselors, Session 1 kicked off on June 18 and our final session will wrap on September 10. Counselors and staff have made their way from all over the … Continued
Meet two of our incredible Camp Loyaltown staff: Tevin Gilfillian, Assistant Director at Camp Loyaltown, and Schnyder Toussaint, counselor. During Session 4, which runs from July 30th to August 13th, Tevin Gilfillian used his skills and training to save the … Continued