Inform Me Series

Join us for our series of educational seminars.

Services and Supports for Families

Presented by Sally Anne Burgess, Vice President of Citizens Options Unlimited, and Shaun Weathers, Vice President of Operations, AHRC Nassau
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Presenters:

Sallyanne Burgess
Vice President, Citizens Options Unlimited

Shaun Weathers
Vice President of Operations, AHRC Nassau

Overview:

This seminar is designed for individuals and families looking to learn more about the supports and services available for adults through AHRC Nassau and Citizens Options Unlimited. Attendees will gain valuable insight into a variety of person-centered programs that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Nassau and Suffolk County, including:

• Day Programs
• Residential Services
• Respite Services
• Community Habilitation Programs

Who Should Attend:

Individuals with disabilities, family members, caregivers, and professionals interested in understanding available supports and services.

About the Presenters:

Sally Anne Burgess serves as the Vice President of Citizens Options Unlimited, an organization dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centered supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sally brings a wealth of expertise in program development, advocacy, and family engagement, ensuring individuals receive the resources they need to lead fulfilling lives.

Shaun Weathers is the Vice President of Operations for AHRC Nassau, one of Long Island’s largest not-for-profit organizations serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With over 20 years of experience—beginning as a Direct Support Professional—Shaun leads AHRC Nassau’s Day, Community, and Residential Habilitation programs, providing services to over 1,200 adults throughout Nassau County. He is also an advocate for disability rights, working closely with key stakeholders and policymakers in New York State.

Pre-registration is required.

You are cordially invited to a scientific and informative session about the Alzheimer Biomarkers Consortium – Down Syndrome (ABC-DS) research study.

Presented by: Dr. Sharon Krinsky-McHale Ph.D., NY site Principal Investigator

Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wdB8_ZgLRwqCvwmsexkGAw
Meeting ID: 854 1511 2396
Pass Code: 889915

We would like to welcome all siblings to our next Sibling Meeting!

Keep updated on the status of Medicaid and other advocacy issues. We will follow a light agenda and invite each person to share on how their family member is doing, the challenges and successes!

We would like to welcome all siblings to our Sibling Barbecue!

We would like to welcome all siblings to our next Sibling Meeting!

We will follow a light agenda and invite each person to share on how their family member is doing, the challenges and successes!

Inform Me Series

Join us for our series of virtual educational seminars.

The Culture of Language

Presented by Pam Boyle, Quality Improvement Specialist, AHRC Nassau
Thursday, October 9, 2025
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Words have the power to build people up and to bring them down. They can uplift and enlighten or depress and destroy. We have complete control over the words we use, so we really must choose them carefully. Join in a thought provoking discussion about our use of language within our community, as we seek to create a world that is inclusive for all people.

Pamela Boyle has worked for AHRC Nassau for 25 years. Previously part of the clinical department providing counseling and education related to sexuality and socialization, she now works as a Quality Enhancement Specialist,  supporting the agency’s COMPASS initiatives.

We would like to welcome all siblings to our Sibling Holiday Dinner!