SIGNATURE CARES LAUNCHES “BUILD A BACKPACK” SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVESignature Premier Properties’ community giving initiative, Signature Cares, is collecting school supplies for its “Build A Backpack” drive. For more information on the “Build A Backpack” drive, or to arrange a donation, please visit, https://www.signaturepremier.com/signature-cares/.
Signature Premier Properties’ community giving initiative, Signature Cares, is collecting school supplies for its “Build A Backpack” drive. The initiative benefits Fiercely Leading Youth, Inc., a Bay Shore-based 501(c) (3) nonprofit dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and educating at-risk youth to become successful, productive contributors to society.
Signature Cares is asking the community to donate unfilled backpacks, notebooks, folders, writing and art supplies, and other classroom essentials before students head back to school this fall. Requested items include unfilled backpacks, lunch bags, pencils, pens, erasers, pencil boxes, colored pencils, crayons, markers, highlighters, rulers, spiral and composition notebooks, loose leaf paper, tabbed dividers, scissors, glue sticks, tape, folders, threering binders, index cards, compasses, book covers, tissues, hand sanitizer, and combination locks.
The donations collection period ends on August 5th. Items can be dropped off at any of Signature Premier Properties 23 locations across Long Island. Visit this link to find an office near you Offices - Signature
Premier Properties.
“Every child deserves the tools to start the school year ready to learn. A backpack full of supplies can make the difference in how a student starts the year. We are calling on our community to fill that need for the young people Fiercely Leading Youth serves,” said Kathy Viard, Co-Owner, Signature Premier Properties.
Fiercely Leading Youth, Inc. works to prepare at-risk youth with the tools and support needed to succeed academically and personally. The donated supplies will go directly to students the organization serves as they
return to the classroom this fall.
For more information on the “Build A Backpack” drive, or to arrange a donation, please visit, https://www. signaturepremier.com/ signature-cares/.
About Signature Premier Properties
Signature Premier Properties is Long Island’s largest independent real estate brokerage with more than 1,500 real estate professionals serving clients from 23 offices across Long Island, Brooklyn and Queens. The company ranks among the top five percent of residential real estate
brokerages nationwide, as recognized by RealTrends and RISMedia, reflecting its position as one of the nation’s leading residential real estate firms. Signature Premier Properties provides industry leading technology, innovative marketing, professional development and a collaborative environment that empowers its agents while delivering outstanding results for buyers and sellers.
For more information, visit www. signaturepremier.com.
Suffolk County Legislator Steven J. Flotteron recognized the Outgoing President of the North Babylon Chamber of Commerce Garrett Simulcik for his ten years of service.
President Simulcik along with six other North Babylon residents and business owners recognizing the need for a Chamber of Commerce in the area started a steering committee to gauge interest of having a Chamber in North Babylon. In the Spring of 2016, the interim steering Committee began the North Babylon Chamber of Commerce. At the time, Garrett was the Owner/Operator of a Cruise Planners franchise. Currently he works with Expedia Travel.
A longtime resident and active community leader in North Babylon, he served as a Weblo Leader in Pack 399, and later as a Committeeman for the Boy Scouts in Troop 399. He was a Soccer Coach for the North Babylon Patriot Soccer Club and served as the Club’s President for several years. He also served on the Board of Directors of the Long Island Junior Soccer League as First Vice President and as Registrar for the Eastern New York State Soccer League. He received the Long Island Junior Soccer League “Hall of Fame” award in 2006.
The AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center invites Long Island seniors to “Yoga in the Garden,” a free outdoor wellness program designed to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The event takes place at the Center (149 Schleigel Boulevard, Amityville) on July 30 at 11 am. Those wishing to participate should register by calling the Center at 631-223-4000. No prior yoga experience is needed.
Participants in this hourlong program will perform a variety of simple, seated yoga poses and stretches as shown by the instructor. Seated yoga offers a safe and accessible way to encourage movement, increase body awareness, and foster social engagement. Yoga is widely recognized
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for its many health benefits. Regular practice can help reduce stress, improve flexibility and balance, strengthen muscles, enhance posture, and encourage relaxation. Deep breathing and mindful movement may also support improved mood, better sleep, and overall well-being.
“Yoga in the Garden” and all activity programs at the AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center are dementiafriendly; therapists adapt directions and movements based on the abilities of the group participants, including people living with dementia.
Register for the free ‘Yoga in the Garden” program on July 30 at the AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center by calling the Center at 631-223-4000.
12-Step support group giving Hope & Strength to parents, family and friends concerned with a loved one’s destructive behavior caused by Alcohol, Drugs or Related Behavioral Problems is now meeting virtually until further notice. For further information e-mail or call: Donna526@aol.com or (631) 835.8788; Diane (631) 587.0966, www. FamiliesAnonymous.org
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is sharing important safety guidance to help families caring for loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses minimize the risks associated with
extreme heat.
“Extreme heat is especially dangerous for someone with dementia because the illness can affect a person’s ability to recognize thirst, communicate discomfort, or realize they may be overheating,” said Jennifer Reeder, LCSW, SIFI, AFA’s Senior Director of Educational and Social Services. “Taking a few simple precautions can help caregivers protect their loved ones and prevent heat-related illnesses during periods of dangerous temperatures.”
AFA advises caregivers to take the following steps:
Watch for wandering warning signs– Wandering is a common behavior among individuals with dementia and becomes especially dangerous during extreme heat, where heat-related illnesses can develop in just a few minutes. A person with dementia who becomes lost or disoriented may not recognize they are overheating or know how to seek help. Someone with dementia may want to go outdoors for many reasons: seeking purpose, responding to overstimulation, escaping noise or activity, or attempting to meet an unmet need such as hunger, thirst, or boredom. Watch for signs such as pacing, restlessness, or anxiety. Reduce the chances of wandering by ensuring the person’s basic needs are being met, as well as by creating safe, stimulating alternatives to going outdoors. These can include walking paths around the home with visual cues, engaging the person in simple tasks, or offering activities like music, crafts, or games.
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The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that several Long Island State Parks will remain open during the nighttime hours for viewing of the Perseids Meteor Shower on Wednesday, August 12 through predawn hours of Thursday, August 13, 2026. There will be no charge and the normal star gazing permit will not be required. You must remain near your vehicle.
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• Wildwood State Park – Field 1 Parking Lot
• Orient Beach State Park – Main Parking Lot
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Monitor fluid intake –Dementia can affect a person’s ability to recognize when they are thirsty, increasing the risk of dehydration. Caregivers should offer fluids frequently and monitor intake. Avoid alcohol and limit caffeinated beverages, which can cause dehydration.
Recognize symptoms of heat-related illness – People living with dementia may have difficulty recognizing or communicating symptoms and distress caused by extreme temperatures. Warning signs can include excessive sweating, exhaustion, hot or red skin, muscle cramps, rapid pulse, headache, dizziness,
nausea, or sudden changes in mental status.
If signs of heat-related illness manifest, move the person to an air-conditioned or cooler location, remove excess clothing, apply cool compresses, and encourage fluid intake if they can drink safely. Call 911 immediately if the person faints, becomes unconscious, or experiences severe confusion.
Know your local cooling center – Many communities open air-conditioned cooling centers during heat waves. These may include senior centers, libraries, community centers, and other public buildings. Identify nearby cooling centers, even if you have air conditioning in your home, as these can be backup plans in case of a power outage. Have a plan – Make sure the person has sufficient water and access to air conditioning or other cooling mechanisms. Heat waves can place additional strain on electrical systems,
increasing the possibility of power interruptions. Make sure phones, tablets, and other devices are fully charged, and keep flashlights accessible. Have emergency contact information for utility providers, police, and fire departments readily available. Caregivers who do not live near their loved one should arrange for someone nearby to check in during extreme heat or schedule an in-home aide during the heat wave. Make sure that person has access to important information, including medical records, insurance information, and emergency contacts.
AFA’s Helpline, staffed entirely by licensed social workers who are specifically trained in dementia care, can provide additional information and support for families. The Helpline is available seven days a week by phone (866232-8484), text message (646-586-5283), and web chat (www.alzfdn.org).
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