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Advocacy

Artists post with sign celebrating MLK Day

Dr. King’s Dream Inspires AHRC Artists

Saturday, January 16, 2021

Artists in AHRC’s Day Services celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Here, the artists share paintings, hats and signs inspired by Dr. King’s vision of a more inclusive future for all. Read More

Raymond Cella #vaxxie

Proudly Presenting Resident and Staff #Vaxxies

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

We’re celebrating that vaccinations for AHRC residents and staff. Check out these inspiring  #vaxxies – selfies taken while receiving vaccines. Through vaccinations and diligent compliance with all safety and health protocols, we can begin to look forward to coming together as a community. Resident #Vaxxies... Read More

Self-advocates call out for change

Self-Advocates Call to Lawmakers to #SaveOurServices

Monday, December 14, 2020

Self-advocates from AHRC Nassau called out to lawmakers to #SaveOurServices on Wednesday, December 9, at 11 a.m. on Zoom, presented by NYC FAIR, L.I.A.N.D.D., and the NYC Developmental Disabilities Councils: Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island, ENYDDA, and NYADD. In the weeks leading up... Read More

Disability Employment Month: Abrar Butt

Monday, October 26, 2020

For National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM), we’re celebrating the important contributions of our team with profiles and articles throughout October.  #strongertogether #disabilitypride Name: Abrar Butt Job Title: Porter Years on the Job: Approximately 8 years. Responsibilities:  Abrar is responsible for a variety of maintenance... Read More

Disability Employment Month Profile: Joe Mandella

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Joe Mandella loves his job. One of 51 nominees for the NYSID 2020 William B. Joslin Outstanding Performance Award, Joe currently works as a commercial cleaner for AHRC Nassau in Freeport and through AHRC’s NYSID contracts — the Department of Labor in Hicksville. “Being nominated... Read More