Prioritizing happiness, friendship, and kindness At the Shoreham Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), four buildings form a supportive community where 79 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) – each with their own interests, needs and strengths – live, thrive and … Continued
The Brookville Mansion was alive with celebration on January 16 as Citizens Options Unlimited gathered to honor outstanding team members at the Employee of the Quarter luncheon. More than an awards ceremony, the event served as a tribute to the … Continued
Fresh snow on the ground and low temperatures did not stop Citizens Options Unlimited volunteers, staff, and members of the Glen Cove community from coming together for the 41st Annual Commemorative Program in Honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, … Continued
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
Members of community share their 2024 victories, hopes for 2025 The beginning of the year is often a time for listing goals, creating vision boards, and reflecting on the previous year. For many members of our Citizens Options Unlimited community, … Continued
Welcome Deanna Allen, Director of Residential Services at Citizens Options Unlimited. Deanna brings decades of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including her eight years as Director of Residential Services at AHRC Nassau. “My first goal is … Continued
Summer will soon be here soon and so will the 2025 Camp Loyaltown Season. Registration is now open for camp! Camp Loyaltown, located in the Catskill Mountains, offers all-day activity stations where campers can enjoy arts and crafts, performing arts, … Continued
The 2024 holiday season was filled with time-honored traditions and unexpected delights. A special thank you to the staff and families for creating these wonderful holiday memories. Join us in looking back at just a few: Santa Visits Shoreham and … Continued
It was a poignant late morning and afternoon at the Brookville mansion on December 17 as colleagues gathered to say farewell to Director of Residential Services Jerry Powers, who will be retiring at the start of 2025. Stepping into the … Continued
Celebrating the season, men and women supported by Citizens Options Unlimited and AHRC Nassau Residential Services embraced the holiday spirit on Dec. 11 with a festive evening of music, dancing, and dining at The Sterling in Bethpage. A cherished tradition … Continued