Fondly referred to as the “Mayor of Marine Park”, Larry Plotnick has been a resident here for 42 years. He enjoys the beautiful park and inlet across the street from his co-op building and has made many friends in the neighborhood. On his daily walk to the coffee shop and Lotto store, UPS drivers, mail
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Brooklyn Resident Receives Bernard Carabello Humanitarian Award as NY Self-Advocate of the Year
Boyd Brown, who resides in the East New York section of Brooklyn, has been chosen to receive The 2017 Bernard Carabello Humanitarian Award as New York State’s Self-Advocate of the Year. The award, named for one of the first in the field of self-advocacy, Bernard Carabello, symbolizes what can be accomplished with determination and purpose.
Read moreStaff Recognition – Rehabilitation Specialist, Lynn Delmato
Ms. Lynn Delmato, Community Habilitation Specialist on Long Island, was awarded the Roger Gatke Direct Support Professional Leadership Award at NYSACRA’s 2015 Conference in Riverhead, NY on November 12. The day, hosted at the beautiful Atlantis Aquarium Banquet, began with keynote speaker Dr. Michael Fowlin. His engaging performance focused on perspective as he slipped in
Read moreWinston Alexander – Independent Living
Winston Alexander, lived at the Hale IRA in Brooklyn, since 2009. Winston is a very independent man, who maintains a level of productivity & cleanliness. Winston always preferred to live within his own space. He has kept steady employment, and has an active social life. It was assessed & determined that Winston was ready &
Read moreStaff Recognition Luncheon
On Thursday May 5th, the New Jersey Employee Recognition Luncheon was held at The Graycliff in Moonachie, NJ. This event honors the great work being done by the New Jersey staff. Awards were presented to the staff who had been nominated for Employee of the Month throughout the year, as well as recognizing employees who
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