By Maia Cadle-Hinton, AHRC Nassau Communications Intern The story of Nijah White and Kyle Thompson’s relationship reminds us that love knows no bounds. When Kyle Thompson, 26, and Nijah White, 30, met, it was love at first sight. Kyle says, “The first thing that came...
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
Robert Callari, 51, has been supported by AHRC for decades. He graduated from Division Avenue High School in 1993, starting Day Services shortly after. He currently lives in an Oceanside residence. In 2010, after getting comfortable doing various tasks in the community, he transitioned to... Read More
“Guardianship is having someone in your corner that pushes the envelope for you to get things done,” Eileen Rooney, Guardianship Coordinator, AHRC Nassau, said. Usually, a person’s parents and/or family are listed as part of their guardianship team. However, the Guardianship Department can also be... Read More