Congratulations to Jeffrey Jean-Pierre for receiving the 2025 Outstanding Performance Award from New York State Industries for the Disabled (NYSID). Jeffrey was recognized among 45 people employed through NYSID who were nominated for the prize. He was honored for his exemplary work ethic, initiative, and... Read More
After nearly forty years of dedicated work, Ronald “Ron” Burglass is beginning retirement with the same positive attitude he brought to his work. Ron began his career in 1986 with Waldbaum’s, now Stop & Shop. Over the next 30 years in grocery retail and customer... Read More
Twelve years ago, Christos (Chris) Xerakias and his family learned about AHRC Nassau‘s Supported Employment Program (SEMP). Based out of its Freeport location, SEMP supports people with disabilities to search for, gain, and retain their place in the workforce. Chris and his family considered employment... Read More
Over the summer, Tracy Zhang picked up her trowel and dug it into the dirt for the first time as a Gardening Assistant for Wheatley Farms & Arts Center’s (WFA) Big Tree Greenhouse & Gifts retail shop. She was hired in August and couldn’t be... Read More
Jeanne Inglese proudly calls The One Stop Gift Shop her store. Jeanne takes great pride in her role—completing inventory checks, assisting with displays, and connecting with customers—supported every step of the way by Anne Giaramita, Store Manager and DSP. “I love Anne. The best is...