On June 27, the agency’s DEI office raised awareness about hair discrimination largely impacting women of color, empowered people to share their stories, and advocate for change and acceptance during a CROWN Act event. The CROWN Act, signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo in July of... Read More
The people supported by the Program Without Walls (PWW) at Wheatley Farms have been hard at work on a bottle recycling drive, collecting about 1,400 bottles, and raising $70 to purchase a Red Delicious apple tree in honor of the late Horticulturalist Nanette Muzante. On... Read More
Fearless self-advocate, leader and mentor, Michelle Rudoff, received the 2023 Best Practices in Person-Centered Support by True Link Financial this June. The True Link Financial grant aims to support the work of field-builders actively engaged in advancing person-centered supports and services through their work. With... Read More
Each year, nearly 30 artists at the AHRC East Meadow Art Gallery create dozens of pieces to showcase in their annual exhibit. This year, the artists picked New York City as their theme and created an exhibit highlighting the most illustrious parts of the city.... Read More
Stanfort J. Perry has more than 30 years of progressive leadership experience promoting the health, independence, and inclusion of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Perry currently serves as CEO of AHRC Nassau, Brookville Center for Children’s Services, and Citizens Options Unlimited – one of... Read More