This Volunteer Recognition Week (April 20–26), we celebrate the dedicated volunteers who help advance our mission every day — from supporting our offices to driving our food insecurity campaign. Join us in thanking these incredible changemakers for the impact they … Continued
Citizens Options Unlimited is once again offering a Weekend Respite on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Cissy Birnbaum Building at the AHRC Nassau Brookville campus. Respite offers families time to recharge, while people with … Continued
The Long Island Wine & Liquor Sales Club (LIWLSC) continues to make a powerful difference across AHRC Nassau’s family of organizations—including Citizens Options Unlimited. Their fundraising efforts benefit both children and adults with developmental disabilities, helping to expand community access, … Continued
Ruth Henderson Creates Bracelets to Sell and Gift In the House C residence at Helen Kaplan Center Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), it is becoming a trend to wear colorful beaded bracelets customized with an array of bead designs and letters … Continued
This year, the Hicksville Jersey Mike’s became the scene of a reunion among friends and staff during their Day of Giving on March 26. Housemates from the Ontario Avenue Residence—Patrick Black, Robert Behrendt, Randy Cosby, John Volpe, Frank Billadello, and … Continued
For Patty McCarthy, a Shoreham Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) resident, St. Patrick’s Day was more than just a holiday celebrating Irish pride. “It’s St. Patty’s Day!” cheered Manager Maura Boden, as Patty giggled with a broad smile. Since February, Patty … Continued
At Citizens Options Unlimited, it’s not uncommon to meet staff members who have spent 10, 20, 30 or even 40 years of their career serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). On March 20, members of the team who … Continued
Join the 2025 Camp Informational Sessions Before we know it, Camp Loyaltown campers and families will gather for farewell hugs and send-offs before setting off for an unforgettable summer session at Camp Loyaltown in Hunter, NY. A respite for hundreds … Continued
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
Once a month, Camp Loyaltown campers meet with Amanda Spletstoser, Assistant Director of Camp Staffing and Training, to share their ideas on enhancing the camp experience. Daily activities like swimming in an adaptive pool, crafting, playing instruments, sports and games, … Continued