Rose Ball 2023 Online Journal

NASSAU COUNTY AHRC FOUNDATION, INC.

73RD ANNUAL ROSE BALL

to benefit children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Oheka Castle

Thursday, June 8, 2023

HONOREES

Leadership Award Recipient

Jean-Pierre Lardoux, AIA, NCARB

Principal Architect

Fusion Architecture, PLLC

Humanitarian Award Recipient

Julie Bates, M.D.

Medical Director

Advantage Care Health Centers

Thomas F. Moore

Rose Ball Chair

Lisa M. Cavalieri

Rose Ball Journal Chair Fusion Architecture

The 2023 Rose Ball journal is a publication of the Nassau County AHRC Foundation

About AHRC Foundation

In 1994, AHRC Foundation was founded by key members of Nassau County’s I/DD community and members of the Long Island corporate community. The Foundation’s goal was simple; to provide a financial safety net for the I/ DD community that would ensure high-quality services would be available, regardless of budget shortfalls and/or the political climate.

Since then, the Foundation has provided needed and strategic supports grant awards that advance the health, education, independence, acceptance and varied opportunities for children and adults with I/DD across their lifetime. The Foundation continues to raise needed funds through special events and planned giving/legacy programs.

AHRC Foundation manages two pooled special needs trusts. Unlike other types of trusts, pooled trusts are managed by a non-profit organization. AHRC Foundation board members serve as the trustees and possess knowledge of the law, finance and the specific issues facing people with I/ DD. AHRC Foundation trusts are an option for families for whom setting up an individual supplemental needs trust may be too complicated, costly or when there remains a question of selecting a trustee.

The Foundation’s supports a continuum of services that include Health, Education, Respite for caregivers, community inclusion initiatives and guardianship supports. Recent areas of support and grantees include:

Health – The Foundation’s commitment to health included a multi-year grant award to Advantage Care Health Centers, to support its expansion into the Freeport, Long Island community. Support continues as it builds upon its medical, dental and mental/behavioral health services all members of the community regardless of their ability to pay.

Education – Brookville Center for Children’s Services, an organization approved by the New York State Education Department and the Department of Health to provide educational and therapeutic services to children with developmental delays or disabilities. Operating 12 months a year, BCCS educates and supports over 1000 Long Island Children, with and without developmental disabilities.

Guardianship – The Foundation recognizes that there are people with I/DD who require the protections of legal guardianship as they exist in New York State. The Foundation actively supports guardianship services provided by AHRC Nassau. Each year, the Foundation grants funds to pay a portion of the salary of its Guardianship coordinator to ensure a dedicated representative is established to work in partnership with the person along with his/her other support systems.

Additionally, the Foundation provides support to the Center for Children, Family and the Law at the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University to assist families who do not have the financial resources to obtain guardianship for their family member who qualifies under the 17A guardianship law. It is a dynamic partnership, where law students under supervision, assist families through the guardianship process to achieve these appointments.

Respite and Recreation – The Foundation’s commitment to community inclusion and healthy living are fulfilled in grants made to Citizens Options Unlimited, and most recently, in its support to AHRC Nassau for the Thomas S. Gulotta Wheatly Farms & Arts Center. Full community inclusion, participation and access are areas of focus for the AHRC Foundation.

Additional Examples of Who We’ve Supported Over the Past Year:

Autism Society of America / Nassau | Suffolk Chapter

HorseAbility

Long Island Center for Independent Living

Nassau Suffolk Law Services Committee

Nassau Suffolk Services for Autism (NSSA)

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian

Self-Advocacy Association of NYS (SANYS)

Surf for All

To learn more, please visit us at www.ahrcfoundation.org

Nassau County AHRC Foundation, Inc.

189 Wheatley Road, #3, Brookville, NY 11545

Mary McNamara, Foundation Director (516) 626 – 1075, ext. 1133

oFFiCeRs

Thomas P. Rosicki, Esq., President

John M. Chase, Esq., Secretary

Lloyd Groveman, Vice President

Robert M. Pascucci, Esq., Treasurer

diReCtoRs

Martin B. Boorstein

Rady Bruell

Jack Garofalo

Robert Griffith

Kathleen C. Maggi

Thomas F. Moore

David L. Nagler, Esq.

Jack N. Posner, Esq.

Michael Ross

Daniel Serota

Harrietta Traversa

Edward E. Yardeni, Ph.D.

Message

Thomas P. Rosicki, Esq. President

It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the AHRC Foundation Rose Ball.

Your support of our mission acts as a catalyst, igniting meaningful and lasting change in the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities, their families, and the communities we call home. Your generosity goes far beyond monetary contributions; it exemplifies a profound commitment to inclusion, compassion, and understanding.

The AHRC Foundation stands as a beacon of philanthropic support for AHRC Nassau, Brookville Center for Children’s Services, Citizens Options Unlimited and Advantage Care Health Centers. Additionally, it extends its reach by providing grants to over a dozen community-based organizations dedicated to advancing focus areas of community inclusion, job readiness, health, and education. Over the past three years, the AHRC Foundation has awarded over $1,000,000 in grants across Long Island.

Through these funds, we are fostering of a more inclusive and accessible society…and there is more to do.

For this reason, I am especially pleased to share a very special thank you to tonight’s honorees – Leadership Award Recipient, Jean-Pierre Lardoux, Principal Architect, Fusion Architecture and Julie Bates, M.D., Medical Director, Advantage Care Health Centers. Through their respective professions, each honoree has made a lasting impact on the lives of people with developmental disabilities.

Every single one of you has played an essential role in our journey. Tonight, let’s celebrate the “can do” spirit that defines us and embrace the excitement of what lies ahead.

from

Nassau County AHRC Foundation, Inc.

Message from Thomas F. Moore

Rose Ball Chairman

We come together each year at the AHRC Foundation Rose Ball with a special purpose. It’s an evening to be present and show our support for children and adults with developmental disabilities while recognizing distinguished members of our community who have supported our mission in meaningful ways. We are deeply honored to be recognizing two individuals who have made a lasting impact within our community.

We are pleased to present the Foundation’s Leadership Award to JeanPierre Lardoux, AIA, NCARB, Principal Architect of Fusion Architecture PLLC. Throughout his career, JP has dedicated himself to enhancing safety and accessibility for the people with developmental disabilities at AHRC Nassau, Citizens Options Unlimited and countless other agencies serving people with I/DD. Over the past decade alone, JP has successfully completed more than 35 substantial renovation projects for AHRC. In addition to his hands-on involvement, JP serves as an ongoing expert resource for provider agencies.

The Foundation’s Leadership Award is being presented to one of our own, Julie Bates, M.D., Medical Director, Advantage Care Health Centers. Dr. Bates has been a part of the AHRC family for over 30 years and it is a privilege to recognize her care, compassion and service that goes well beyond her job title. Her professional and compassionate approach has touched the lives of countless families, and her commitment to the wellbeing of others is inspiring. We are so honored to have Dr. Julie Bates as our 2023 Humanitarian Award Recipient.

Thank you all again for your continued generosity. From the bottom of my heart, thank you and God bless.

Message from Stanfort J. Perry CEO | AHRC Nassau

It is my pleasure to join with leadership in welcoming you to the annual Rose Ball. This evening is both a time of celebration and introspection as we acknowledge the valuable experiences of the past three years, knowing that there is more for us to accomplish together than we might have ever imagined.

To do this, we must be founded on supports and services of the very highest quality. AHRC Nassau continues to be a leader, within New York State and beyond. Last August, AHRC Nassau with affiliate organization, Citizens Options Unlimited, were reaccredited with the highest level possible from CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership with their four-year PersonCentered Excellence Accreditation With Distinction. Following up this enormous achievement, in May, AHRC Nassau and Citizens were once again designated by New York State’s Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) as Compass agencies. Staff members, at every level of the organization, demonstrate our mission, vision and values in all they do and we are the stronger for it.

As we meet each new challenge and opportunity, we remain grateful for the support of families, a caring community, and friends in government. We gratefully add our deep appreciation and congratulations to honorees –Julie Bates, M.D., this year’s Humanitarian Award recipient and Jean-Pierre Lardoux, AIA, NCARB, this year’s Leadership Award recipient. Both honorees are part of the fabric of our community and continue to demonstrate the commitment and service we rely on to fulfill our promise to future generations.

Thank you for your caring, compassion and continued support. Enjoy the evening!

2023 Leadership Award Recipient

JEAN PIERRE LARDOUX, AIA, NCARB

Principal Architect

FUSION ARCHITECTURE, PLLC

For over 30 years, Jean-Pierre “JP” Lardoux, AIA, NCARB, has made significant contributions to the quality of life of Long Island’s disability community. In his role as Founder and Principal Architect at Fusion Architecture, PLLC, Lardoux has worked extensively increasing the ease, safety, and accessibility of spaces for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as elderly, mentally ill, low-income, and homeless populations.

In a career marked by excellence, Lardoux specializes in providing comprehensive architectural planning and development services. He has successfully spearheaded over 100 residential renovations for AHRC Nassau and Citizens Options Unlimited, certified by New York State’s Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). He has also supported countless construction projects for day habilitation centers, Article 28, 31, and 32 Clinics, Corporate offices, schools, and summer camps. In addition to his hands-on involvement, JP serves as an ongoing expert resource. He generously volunteers his time to assess potential projects and offer guidance, enabling the exploration of various options and solutions during the initial stages of decision-making through commissioning. His expertise and willingness to assist have proven invaluable in helping determine the best course of action across dozens of provider organizations.

In addition to his extensive experience, Lardoux has expanded his professional qualifications. A graduate of NYIT, he is a registered architect in seven states, maintains memberships with The American Institute of Architects (AIA), is certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), serves as a NYS CEO, HERS Rater, BPI Certified professional, Certified Green Globes Professional, CSI CDT, and NYS Home Inspector. Notably, Lardoux has been honored with six award-winning projects in the DOE Housing Innovation Awards for his expertise in zero-energy ready homes. These credentials further demonstrate his dedication and expertise in the field.

2023 Humanitarian Award Recipient

JULIE BATES, M.D. Medical Director

Advantage Care Health Centers

Julie Bates, MD, has dedicated her life to providing exceptional medical care to children and adults with developmental disabilities.

Guided by her father’s example and witnessing the impact doctors can have on the lives of others, she attended the prestigious Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara. From there she went on to complete the SUNY Stony Brook Fifth Pathway Program, specializing in Internal Medicine.

Recognized as Resident of the Year at Nassau University Medical Center, Dr. Bates began her career at AHRC Nassau in 1989, serving as the medical director for the newly opened Helen Kaplan Intermediate Care Facility (ICF). In 1994, she became the medical director for the Article 16 Clinics located in Freeport and Plainview. During this time, Dr. Bates was an attending physician and member of the quality improvement committee at Northwell Plainview, while also working in private practice.

In 2004, Dr. Bates embraced a new chapter in her professional journey by accepting the full-time position of Medical Director and Primary Care Physician at the all-new Advantage Care Diagnostic and Treatment Center located on AHRC Nassau’s Brookville campus. Since then, Advantage Care Health Centers has emerged as an award-winning Federally Qualified Health Center. Today, Advantage Care supports the health of nearly 2400 patents through 32,0000 visits annually. Dr. Bates attributes this success to the remarkable team of caring professionals she is fortunate to work with.

With exceptional dedication and a genuine love for her work, Dr. Bates continues to welcome new patients. Her commitment to compassionate healthcare and her ability to connect make her a trusted and relied upon professional by her patients, their families, staff members and the greater community.

Rose Ball Humanitarian Award Recipients

2017

Madeline Singas Nassau County District Attorney

2016 Steve Bellone Suffolk County Executive

2015 Michael Mascari Executive Director, AHRC Nassau

2018 Martin B. Boorstein

Founding Director | Nassau County AHRC Foundation, Inc. Director and Finance Committee Chairman | AHRC Nassau Founder | Life Care Data Exchange, LLC Founding Director and Treasurer | Partners Health Plan, Inc.

2019 Judge Gail Prudenti Dean and Executive Director Center for Children, Families and the Law Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University

2021

Laura Curran Nassau County Executive

2022 Joseph S. Saladino Supervisor Town of Oyster Bay

2023

Julie Bates, M.D. Medical Director Advantage Care Health Centers

Rose Ball Leadership Award Recipients

2017 Carl M. Grady Fleet Management Director-New York Enterprise Fleet Management

2018

Edward E. Yardeni, PhD President, Yardeni Research, Inc. Author of Predicting the Markets: A Professional Autobiography

2019

Neal L. Sweeney Marketing Executive CIGNA Healthcare

2021

Stuart Herskovitz Founder and Chairman of the Board Qosina Corp.

2022 Doug Golub President and Co-Founder MediSked

2023

Jean-Pierre Lardoux, AIA, NCARB Principal Architect Fusion Architecture, PLLC

Thursday, June 9, 2022

What a Night! Our honorees, sponsors, donors and guests made this an incredible evening filled with inspiration and generosity! Thanks to this incredible support, nearly $350,000 was raised to enhance the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities on Long Island. A special thanks to the Rose Ball Committee, chaired by Tom Moore and the entire AHRC Foundation Board. A special thanks to the evening’s honoree’s, Leadership Award Recipient, Doug Golub, President, MediSked, LLC and Humanitarian Award Recipient, Joseph S. Saladino, Supervisor, Town of Oyster Bay.

2022 AHRC FOUNDATION WALK

October 17, 2022: The AHRC Foundation Walk is one of the most looked forward to events of the year!  This family fun day, held on October 17, 2022, welcomed over 1200 walkers, many walking behind hand-made banners, all showing support for AHRC Foundation and support for one another! The sponsors, team captains, fundraisers and walkers – all together raised $100,000! The funds enable AHRC Foundation to award community-based grants to support a range of providers of services and supports that benefit children and adults with developmental disabilities.

2022 AHRC FOUNDATION GOLF OUTING

October 25, 2022: Finally, after two delays, the AHRC Foundation Golf Outing was definitely worth the wait! Taking place at the Muttontown Club on Monday, October 25th, and led by Michael Ross, a member of the Foundation Board, the event hosted over 100 golfers and successfully raised over $130,000. All funds will benefit children and adults with developmental disabilities on Long Island. Thank you to everyone who supported this incredible event!

2023 REACH FOR THE STARS

May 17, 2023: More than 260 parents, teachers, staff members, and alumni came together for an incredible evening of celebration of Reach for the Stars. Despite the windy conditions at the Cresent Beach Club, the evening was filled with joy and connection united in support of the BCCS students. Special thanks to the sponsors and underwriters, the RFTS Fundraising Committee, PTO Co-Chairs, class parents, raffle donors, and guests! It was an impressive fundraising achievement, raising over $100,000 for the schools.

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Congratulations to the AHRC Foundation and thank you to the dedicated staff of AHRC Nassau for ensuring the health, safety and overall well-being of the people you support.

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Appreciation Jean Pierre Lardoux

A “Thank You” is not nearly enough to express how grateful we are for your leadership and inspiration. Every moment of your guidance has given us valuable insight and skills that have allowed us to hone our talents. You have made Fusion a place where we feel privileged to work, learn, grow, and adapt to the changing landscape of our industry.

Congratulations to Jean-Pierre Lardoux, AIA, for this well-deserved honor and thank you to AHRC Foundation for recognizing JP for the leadership he provides to all.

Jack Garofalo, Jr.

Hop on a Cloud, Sit on a Rainbow, Touch a Bright Star

So When We Look Up, We Will See You Wherever You Are.

Memories of You Fill Our Minds like Thousands of Bright Stars in the Sky. See You Over The Rainbow

Love You, Miss You

Mom, Dad, Judi & Brian

Welcome to Holland

I am often asked to describe the experience of raising a child with a disability. To try to help people who have not shared that, you need experience to understand it, to imagine how it would feel. It's like this...

When you are going to have a baby, it's like planning a fabulous vacation trip to Italy. You buy a bunch of guide books and make your wonderful plans. The Coliseum, the Michelangelo David, the gondolas in Venice. You may learn some handy phrases in Italian. It's all very exciting.

After some months of eager anticipation, the day finally arrives. You pack your bags and off you go. Several hours later, the plane lands. The stewardess comes in and says, "Welcome to Holland."

"Holland?" you say. "What do you mean Holland?" I signed up for Italy! All my life I've dreamed of going to Italy."

But there is a change in the flight plans, they've landed in Holland and there you must stay.

The most important thing is that they haven't taken you to a horrible, disgusting, filthy place, full of pestilence, famine and disease.

It's just a different place.

So you must go out and buy new guide books and you must learn a whole new language and you will meet a whole new group of people you have never met. It's just a different place. It's slower paced than Italy, less flashy than Italy. But after you have been there for a while and you catch your breath, you look around and you begin to notice that Holland has windmills, Holland has tulips, and Holland even has Rembrandts.

But everyone you know is busy coming and going from Italy. They are all bragging about what a wonderful time they had there. And for the rest of your life you will say, "Yes, that is where I was supposed to go, that's what I had planned."

The pain of that will never, ever go away because the loss of that dream is a very significant loss. But if you spend your life mourning the fact that you didn't get to Italy, you may never be free to enjoy the very special, the very lovely things about Holland.

-Emily Kingsley, Author

God Bless You All

Doug, Ellen and Tom Moore

THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR WONDERFUL SUPPORTERS

Anonymous

Baroletti Family

I am grateful every day for the staff at Old Westbury and for AHRC Nassau.

My brother Frank has been with AHRC for over 60 years!

-Joanne G. Garber

Kelly L. Kalmar, DMD

KALMAR FAMILY DENTISTRY

62 Green Street Huntington, NY 11743 (631)-673-0670

www.kalmarfamilydentistry.com kalmarfamilydentistry@gmail.com

Dear Dr. Bates, Thank you for always being there for Melissa and for us. Melissa, Mary Jo & Les Mazure

Jane McGreevy

Diane & Tony Montaruli

Pat Peter

Scheideler Electrical, Inc.

481 Franklin Avenue

Franklin Square, NY 11010

Joyce Shivers

Wishing everyone the best.

Roberta & Ira Siegel

In Honor of our daughter, Joyce Siegel

Gary Tallini

Teresa Valila

FAMILY CIRCLE LISTING

Alexis Cohan

Delorie Cohan

Jeremy Cohan

Makenna Cohan

Sean Cohan

Shiloh Cohan

Family of Jon Peter D’Angelo

Emily Furlong

Jeanne Inglese

Cathleen O’Connor

Carol Santangelo | Allstate Insurance Company

In Memory of Sally Ann Talko

AHRC NASSAU TODAY

AHRC Nassau provides opportunities and choices for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/ DD) throughout Nassau County. Our mission is to empower people to live fulfilling lives, together with family – friends – community.

The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) recognizes AHRC Nassau as a Compass agency, a distinction of excellence held by only four agencies in New York State. AHRC Nassau also holds the four-year Person-Centered Excellence Accreditation With Distinction by the international accrediting organization, CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership, a distinction that is held by less than 20 organizations worldwide.

As one of the largest providers on Long Island, AHRC Nassau offers day habilitation services, pre-vocational and supported employment support, family respite services, community habilitation, guardianship, recreational opportunities and residential services for more than 2,000 people.

AHRC’S day habilitation services utilize a personcentered planning where people are supported to discover their personal goals. Men and women are supported to contribute, participate, and become valued members of the community, enjoying quality interactions with those around them. With nearly 30 community-based “starting points of action,” the men and women are actively involved in making the community a wonderful place to work and live. By shopping for the frail and homebound, providing support for local animal shelters, beautifying parks, welcoming people at events, and helping local organizations through local drives and volunteering –day habilitation is a partnership between the people supported and the community.

The opportunity to work and earn a competitive wage is another goal for the people supported through vocational and supported employment services. At the Freeport Work Center, employment options are growing to meet the needs of people and area businesses, ranging from the Wheatley Farms Catering services, Wheatley Farms “Purchase With Purpose” candles and soap lines, all the way through to our landscaping division.

AHRC Nassau residential services supports over 600 men and women in every community throughout Nassau County to lead full and meaningful lives. Through 78 community-based homes and 48 apartments, the bedrock of the residential services are the direct support professionals (DSPs), who provide individualized levels of support to promote independence and an exceptional life experience throughout our shared communities.

Family supports include providing families with training and education, respite services, community habilitation as well as the disbursement of a home-based reimbursement grant. This grant supports families in need of care for a family member with a developmental disability living at home.

AHRC Nassau, as a chapter of The Arc New York, has the authority to act as guardian for an adult with I/DD residing in Nassau County. Guardianship is a legal process for adults with I/DD who are unable to make or communicate effective decisions about their daily self-care, health and safety. Corporate guardianship should only be considered as a last resort after all other potential guardians for the person have been exhausted. An applicant is expected to be a Life Member of the chapter and contribute financially to the lifetime costs of providing guardianship oversight. AHRC Nassau presently provides Guardianship to 27 people and additional supports for 56 others as an alternate and standby guardian.

Thomas S. Gulotta Wheatley Farms & Arts Center

Nature, creativity and community are the heart of Wheatley Farms & Arts Center. Building on a person-centered and community inclusive philosophy, Wheatley Farms offers the highest-quality outdoors and arts educational offerings, welcoming people of all abilities.

Wheatley Farms is where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including autism, can connect with members of the local community and learn through recreational, social and volunteer opportunities.

Members of AHRC Nassau’s adult day services are leading the wide range of nature, art, and wellness opportunities available at Wheatley Farms & Arts.

AHRC Nassau invites friends and neighbors to learn more at ahrc.org/wheatleyfarms

leadership on behalf of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Children, Families and Educators Dedicated to Creating Exceptional Outcomes

Board of Directors Officers

Brookville Center for Children’s Services (BCCS) provides comprehensive services to children with an emphasis on assisting families in understanding their child’s strengths and areas of need. With four schools in Nassau County, BCCS provides education and therapeutic supports for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including speech-language disorders, traumatic brain injury and autism. BCCS is approved by the New York State Education Department (NYSED), the Department of Health (DOH) and the Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS).

Marie Mamone Pinckney, Treasurer Directors

Janice Pascucci, Secretary

Lloyd Groveman

Nana Poku-Amanfo, RN

BCCS provides Early Intervention Services (EI), offering evaluations for children 0-3 to assess suspected delays or disabilities.

Preschool Special Education approved by the NYSED and the DOH to provide evaluations, educational and therapeutic services to pre-school students ages 3-5 with developmental delays or disabilities at four schools across Nassau County.

www.brookvillecenter.org

189 Wheatley Road | Brookville, NY 11545-2699 (516) 686-4496

School Age Special Education approved by NYSED to provide education services for students ages 5-21 with intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities, traumatic brain injury and autism. Students are educated using evidencebased curricula driven by NYSED Standards, Standards for Education (SED), their Individual Education Plan (IEP), their age, social and academic needs.

Home & Community-Based Services to children in their own homes, nursery schools, preschools or other natural environments by certified special education teachers and licensed/certified service providers. Services can include speech language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy psychological counseling and parent training.

Respite & Recreation Services weekend respite programs and a vacation/ recreation respite during the months of December, April and August.

Residential Services for Children with Autism Twenty-five children who attend the Children’s Education Center are supported until the age of 21 in a therapeutic residential environment to promote academic, social and educational growth.

From preschool to age 21, students receive a comprehensive educational experience that targets their educational, social, language and behavioral needs.

Center-based programming is offered at:

Children’s Education Center (Preschool & School Age)

189 Wheatley Road, Brookville, NY 11545

Marcus Avenue Preschool

1983 Marcus Avenue, New Hyde Park, NYY 11042

Barbara C. Wilson Preschool

280 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797

Post Avenue Preschool

550 Post Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590 (516) 686-4496

Our schools are licensed and approved by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), New York State Education Department, and Department of Health. All programs have school nurses

How to Get Started

Parents must apply through their school districts. BCCS contracts with Nassau County, Suffolk County and New York City School districts. Through collaboration with each student’s home school district and the Committees of Special Education (CSE) and Committees of Preschool Education (CPSE), an Individual Education Plan (IEP) guides an individualized curriculum and related services for the student.

Continuing Education

Brookville Center is accredited to provide continuing education unites through the American Speech-Language-Hearing-Association (ASHA), Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE).

BCCS offers continuing education opportunities through webinars, workshops and conferences. We aim to disseminate the most current, evidence-based information by engaging with experts in a variety of disciplines.

We’re Hiring

We are an equal opportunity employer, proud of our workforce diversity. We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team.

We offer an excellent benefits package including competitive salaries, low cost high-quality insurance, 403B and tuition reimbursement assistance after six months of employment.

For more information on Brookville Center for Children’s Services, please call 516.686.4496 or visit www.brookvillecenter.org

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Citizens Options Unlimited, Inc.

Citizens supports people to live the life they choose. The organization provides supports and services across Long Island to more than 1,500 people with developmental disabilities.

Citizens’ services include selfdirection, family supports and education, respite and recreation and residential services. The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) recognizes Citizens as a Compass agency, a distinction of excellence held by only four agencies in New York State. Citizens also holds the fouryear Person-Centered Excellence Accreditation With Distinction by the international accrediting organization, CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership.

Citizens provides self-direction services, including fiscal intermediary (FI) and broker services. Self-direction is the philosophy that a person “self-directs” all aspects of his/her life through a plan that incorporates choices, such as where to live, how and with whom to spend time, as well as how to participate in the community. Self- direction also allows people the opportunity to hire his/ her own staff to provide services such as supported employment, community habilitation and respite.

Citizens’ Family Support Services (FSS) offers a wide range of unique programs. Recreation and social engagement, including virtual opportunities, provide exceptional opportunities for adults to connect with each other, the community, and the world. A family reimbursement grant is also administered to support families facing financial hardships and in need of goods and services related to the care of a family member with a disability.

Citizens’ respite services include residential services for both families’ crisis and traditional needs, as well as respite opportunities provided through Camp Loyaltown. Camp Loyaltown, is back after a 3-year hiatus. Camp provides one- of-a-kind camp experiences in Hunter, NY for people of all ages as well as respite opportunities throughout the year.

Citizens’ residential services are growing both in Nassau and Suffolk counties, from Port Washington to Shoreham. Increased independence, inclusion, individualization and person-centered planning are the goals for each person receiving residential supports. Men and women are provided with a variety of nursing services and clinical supports that include psychology, nutrition, physical therapy and human growth and development services. Every person is supported to reach their goals and dreams.