Volunteers supported by AHRC Pre-Vocational (Pre-Voc) Services have found a project they love. It began over the summer when Pre-Voc volunteers got their hands dirty at a local community garden. They practiced skills such as raking, weeding, planting, and tending various crops. Up to six... Read More
The Brookville Mansion was brimming with cheers and activity on Thursday, November 2. Hundreds of self-advocates from Day Services and Citizens Options Unlimited came to the annual Rights Rally held in Brookville. Hanna Pollack, who attended the rally for the first time, felt excited and... Read More
Over 1,000 walkers braved the weather and made their way to Eisenhower Park on Sunday, October 29, to take part in the AHRC Foundation Walk. People and families supported by AHRC Nassau joined in raising over $100,000 to benefit more than 4,000 children and adults... Read More
After a three-year hiatus, AHRC Nassau residents, staff and leadership enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving / Friendsgiving at The Heritage Club at Bethpage. Two separate dinners on October 24 and 26 were hosted by AHRC Residential Services to accommodate nearly 800 attendees. The decades-long residential tradition... Read More
Advocacy for the next New York State budget cycle is underway and our agency continues to call for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Wage Enhancement and now a 3.2% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). See why your advocacy matters in our video. Through the AHRC... Read More