1957

NYABIC/Nassau ACLD Begins with a Group of Families

Nassau Starts the Buddy Program

1960

1962

NYABIC/Suffolk ACLD is Formed by Jack and Beverly

Darcy

George Lehr President (Nassau) 1957-1961

He was the first President of the Board of Nassau NYABIC. He co-

founded the organization as a chapter of NY NYABIC with Abraham

Greenberg. ACLD’s first program.

Abraham Greenberg President (Nassau) 1961-1964

He was a co-founder of Nassau NYABIC and served as President.

The focus of the organization continued to be largely educational

advocacy and recreation.

Jack Darcy President (Suffolk) 1962-1965

He was the founder of Suffolk NYABIC, along with his wife

Beverly. Jack was the Chapter’s first President and maintained his

involvement with the organization his entire life. Jack had a very strong focus on equal opportunities in

education for children with learning disabilities and “brain injuries.” He

was also committed to the education of parents about their

role as advocates.

George Lehr, President1957–1961

NASSAU

SUFFOLK

Abraham Greenberg, President1961–1963 Gilbert Henoch, President

1963–1965Terry Olewitz, President

1965–1967

Jack Darcy, President1962–1965

1960Nassau starts Buddy Program

1964Nassau holds first Dinner Dance

1962NYABIC Suffolk is formed by Jack and Beverly Darcy

1957Nassau ACLD is founded by a group of families known as NY Association for Brain Injured Children, Nassau Chapter

1964

Nassau Holds its First Dinner Dance

1966

Suffolk Opens Camp LaMann

Gilbert Henoch President (Nassau) 1964-1966 He was President at Nassau in the

early years when we were beginning to expand our thinking outside of

education and recreation and looking towards the needs of the future.

Rod Goffin President (Suffolk) 1965-1967

He was President of the Suffolk Chapter and led the agency during the

planning and opening of Camp LaMann.This required significant

work with local leaders and legislators.This work paved the way

for the future of the Chapter.

Terry Olewitz President (Nassau) 1966-1968

He was a key part of ACLD’s early development and a strong supporter of the development of ACLD’s first

hostel, TRYA (Terry’s Residence for Young Adults), which was named in his memory. He served as a Special

Projects Chairman, liaison to legislative leaders and a Trustee to

the New York State NYABIC. Terry was a part of ACLD from the

beginning and he left an indelible mark on the organization during his short, but very productive time with

us. As a father of a child with a disability, he was an advocate for

services for all people with disabilities and provided support to

families whenever he could.

60 Yearsof ACLD

ACLD has come a long way from its modest beginning in 1957 when a group of families came together to advocate for services for their children with disabilities. This timeline serves as a collective memory of the proud journey that now spans six decades of creating an enviable life for the people we support.

Raymond Schleicher, President1967–1969

Rod Goffin, President1965–1967

Dr. Richard Abbett, President1967–1969

1968–1969 Lila Blum, first Executive Director of ACLD

1966Suffolk opens Camp LaMann

Dr. Richard Abbett President (Suffolk) 1967-1969 During his first term, Dr.Abbett was instrumental in selecting Joe Dionne, who went on to serve as Chairman at McGraw-Hill for nearly 20 years and

Toni Beers to serve as Executive Board Members. Together they worked to

develop SEPTA’s (Special Education Parent Teacher Associations) and started the first Auxiliary with the help of Roz Levinson. The Auxiliary assisted with fundraising and provided much needed

funds to keep the camp programs in operation. Dr. Richard Abbett served his

second term as President from 1981- 1982. He was faced with the challenge of exploring residential programs for the individuals as they were aging out

of the school system. At the same time, the Hills School, from which all Suffolk

programs were operating, was put up for sale by the School District. Dick

faced a challenging time for the organization.

Raymond Schleicher President (Nassau) 1968-1969

He was instrumental in laying the foundation for the future development

of ACLD’s first Hostel known as TRYA. In addition to this critical

endeavor, Ray worked tirelessly to maintain the much needed recreation

programs that had become critical to the organization.

Raymond Schleicher served his second term as President from 1979-

1981.Again Ray found himself immersed in the development of new

programs including three group homes and the addition of Educational

Consultation as a service. Ray has maintained his commitment to ACLD

through all these years.Today he serves as a Trustee of ACLD’s Community Trust.

Ruth Cherry, President1969–1971

Ruth Cherry President (Nassau) 1969-1971 She was a Special Education Teacher who later became the first Educational

Diagnostician at the Child Development Center at Nassau County Medical

Center. This Center was an endeavor with which ACLD was involved and

supported.

Emerita Tiedemann, President1970–1972

Emerita Tiedemann President (Suffolk) 1970-1972

It was during her tenure that the Chapter was notified of the impending budget cuts by Suffolk County and she fought to maintain the services that the Chapter was providing. In addition to the camp programs, the Chapter began providing an expanded Saturday winter program and invested significant effort in providing information and advocacy

to parents in the area of education.

Dinner Dance circa 1972

Lawrence Appel, President1971–1973

Arthur Engel, President1973–1975

Hal Balk, President1975–1977

Dr. Walter Pinsker, President1972–1974

Linda Blitzer, President1974–1976

Lawrence Appel President (Nassau) 1971-1973

It was during his tenure that TRYA was approved and planned for. He was

instrumental in securing the funding needed for the project by asking

families to provide $1,000 each for the program.

Dr. Walter Pinsker President (Suffolk) 1972-1974

He was instrumental in convincing Suffolk County to reinstate funding that

had been revoked for the Camp program. It was during his tenure that the Suffolk

Chapter pursued incorporation. In addition to his service on the

Board,Walter also chaired the ARBOUR Committee and has maintained his

commitment to ACLD.

Arthur Engel President (Nassau) 1973-1975

Art had the distinct honor of being the President at the time the TRYA Hostel

opened its doors on September 29, 1974.

Art carried on the strong fundraising campaign that had

begun by his predecessors to insure that the funds were available to see

this project become a successful reality.

1974 Nassau opens first Residential Program, TRYA

1974 Nassau begins summer Preschool Program

Linda Blitzer President (Suffolk) 1974-1976

She faced the challenges of keeping pressure on the Suffolk County

Legislature to insure continued funding as well as the impact of dwindling volunteers at the camp program. In

addition, fundraising continued to be a struggle, but was as essential as ever to

the success of the Suffolk Chapter’s programs.

1973Suffolk incorporates as Association for Children with Learning Disabilities (ACLD), Suffolk Chapter

Nassau ACLD’s Professional Advisory Board (from left to right) Phoebe Lazarus, George Singfield, Ralph Zalma, Ruth Gold, Ruth Cherry

Red Buttons (left) helps ACLD raise much needed funds at the annual Dinner Dance

Hal Balk President (Nassau) 1975-1977 President (LI ACLD)

1984-1987

His involvement with the organization spanned several decades

and his impact on the lives of so many cannot be measured. His many accomplishments include bringing

attention and critically needed funds to the organization by enticing

celebrities to attend our events. He served as the first President of Long Island ACLD after the merger and successfully led the organization through the initial period. He was

closely involved with the operation of TRYA and was an advocate for

residential expansion. As a result of his professional work in advertising, Hal brought the ideas of

business to ACLD. He pushed the organization to become more

professional and to utilize professional staff and governmental connections. He had a dream to turn

ACLD from a grassroots organization into a premier agency. He was

instrumental in ACLD expanding our mission to include individuals with varied developmental disabilities

while maintaining services to those we already served. He was a true

visionary on the Board.

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NASSAU

SUFFOLK

1975Nassau incorporates as Association for Children with Learning Disabilities (ACLD), Nassau Chapter

Art Engel, President of ACLD (right), welcomes Geraldo Rivera as an honored guest to the Dinner Dance

Nancy Ginsberg, President1976–1978

1977 Nassau receives CETA Title VI Project Grant for a Life Adjustment Project

Carl Woltin, President1977–1979

Raymond Schleicher, President1979–1981

Burt Markowitz, President1978–1980

Elaine Hillen, President1980–1981

Carl Woltin President (Nassau) 1977-1979

The growth of programs was the central issue during his tenure

including expanding residential services to include SLF and

Satellite. We also were preparing to add two

additional group homes in addition to vocational services.

In 1983, ACLD opened the Carl M. Woltin Independent Living

Center in his memory.

1979 Nassau opens SLF (Supported Living Facilities)

1979 Nassau opens Satellite Program

(from left to right) Hal Balk, Art Engel, Aaron Liebowitz, Sandy Gropper and Ray Schleicher pose for a photo at the Dinner Dance

A Night to Remember

Raymond Schleicher President (Nassau) 1968-1969

He was instrumental in laying the foundation for the future development

of ACLD’s first Hostel known as TRYA. In addition to this critical

endeavor, Ray worked tirelessly to maintain the much needed recreation

programs that had become critical to the organization.

Raymond Schleicher served his second term as President from 1979-

1981.Again Ray found himself immersed in the development of new

programs including three group homes and the addition of Educational

Consultation as a service. Ray has maintained his commitment to ACLD

through all these years.Today he serves as a Trustee of ACLD’s Community Trust.

1980 Nassau opens Lynbrook and West Hempstead ACLD Residences

1981 Nassau opens East Meadow ACLD Residence

1981 Education Consultation becomes a service

1982 Nassau opens Seaford and Thomaston ACLD Residences

1982 Nassau opens first Adult Day Treatment Program in Albertson

1982 Nassau opens first Adult Day Treatment Program in Albertson

1983 Nassau opens Carl M. Woltin Center for Independent Living

1977

Nassau Receives CETA Title VI Project Grant

for a Life Adjustment Project

1978

Suffolk Receives Operating Certificate for Day Training for ARBOUR from OMRDD

1979

Nassau Opens SLF (Supported Living

Facilities)

1979

Nassau Opens Satellite Program

1980

Aaron Liebowitz Becomes ACLD’s 2nd Executive

Director

1980

Nassau Opens Lynbrook and West Hempstead Residences

Lynbrook

West Hempstead

Lila Blum (far left) and Hal Balk (far right) enjoy a moment with Melba Moore and Alfonse D’Amato

Sandy Gropper, President1982–1984

Dr. Richard Abbett, President1981–1982

Donald Mitzner, President1982–1984

1981

Nassau Opens East Meadow

Residence

East Meadow

1981

Education Consultation Becomes a Service

1982

Nassau Celebrates 25th

Anniversary

1982

Nassau Opens Seaford and Thomaston

Residences

Seaford

Thomaston

Sandy Gropper President (Nassau) 1982-1984 During his tenure,ACLD celebrated its

25th Anniversary and continued its growth and development with the

addition of two additional group homes and its first Day Treatment program.

Donald Mitzner President (Suffolk) 1983-1984 President (LI ACLD) 1988-1990 Donald Mitzner served as President

from 1983 until the merger with Nassau was finalized in 1984. Don and

his wife Gail have shown a life-long commitment to ACLD that dates back to before Don’s first term as President

in Suffolk. He was instrumental in facilitating the merger with Nassau

ACLD and served as Vice President of the newly formed Long Island ACLD. He later served as President of the LI ACLD. Don continues to serve on the

Board at the present time. During his second term as President,

Don facilitated agency growth including the opening of the Kramer

Learning Center. Gail has stood beside Don and made her own mark on the

agency. She has served as Chairperson and Trustee of ACLD’s Community

Trust since its inception in 1997. She is an avid advocate for families planning

for the future of their children or family member with a disability.

Gail and Don serve as Chairs of ACLD’s 50th Anniversary Committee and as

Chairs of the Family and Friends Committee for the annual Dinner

Dance. Their fundraising support has been vital

to our annual efforts.Their overall support has been invaluable to the

development of the ACLD we know today.

1981

Nassau Opens East Meadow

Residence

East Meadow

1981

Education Consultation Becomes a Service

1982

Nassau Celebrates 25th

Anniversary

1982

Nassau Opens Seaford and Thomaston

Residences

Seaford

Thomaston

1981

Nassau Opens East Meadow

Residence

East Meadow

1981

Education Consultation Becomes a Service

1982

Nassau Celebrates 25th

Anniversary

1982

Nassau Opens Seaford and Thomaston

Residences

Seaford

Thomaston

1982Nassau celebrates 25th Anniversary

1982

Nassau Opens First Adult Day Treatment Program in

Albertson

1983

Nassau Opens Carl M.Woltin Center for Independent Living

1984

Nassau and Suffolk ACLD Merge

1984

ACLD’s Name Changes to Long Island Association

for Children with Learning Disabilities, Inc.

1984

Variety Club of New York Donates a Van for the Recreation

Program

1980 Aaron Liebowitz, second Executive Director of ACLD

1982

Nassau Opens First Adult Day Treatment Program in

Albertson

1983

Nassau Opens Carl M.Woltin Center for Independent Living

1984

Nassau and Suffolk ACLD Merge

1984

ACLD’s Name Changes to Long Island Association

for Children with Learning Disabilities, Inc.

1984

Variety Club of New York Donates a Van for the Recreation

Program

1984 Suffolk and Nassau ACLD merge

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1977

Nassau Receives CETA Title VI Project Grant

for a Life Adjustment Project

1978

Suffolk Receives Operating Certificate for Day Training for ARBOUR from OMRDD

1979

Nassau Opens SLF (Supported Living

Facilities)

1979

Nassau Opens Satellite Program

1980

Aaron Liebowitz Becomes ACLD’s 2nd Executive

Director

1980

Nassau Opens Lynbrook and West Hempstead Residences

Lynbrook

West Hempstead

NASSAU

SUFFOLK

Dr. Richard Abbett President (Suffolk) 1967-1969 During his first term, Dr.Abbett was instrumental in selecting Joe Dionne, who went on to serve as Chairman at McGraw-Hill for nearly 20 years and

Toni Beers to serve as Executive Board Members. Together they worked to

develop SEPTA’s (Special Education Parent Teacher Associations) and started the first Auxiliary with the help of Roz Levinson. The Auxiliary assisted with fundraising and provided much needed

funds to keep the camp programs in operation. Dr. Richard Abbett served his

second term as President from 1981- 1982. He was faced with the challenge of exploring residential programs for the individuals as they were aging out

of the school system. At the same time, the Hills School, from which all Suffolk

programs were operating, was put up for sale by the School District. Dick

faced a challenging time for the organization.

Hal Balk, President1984–1987

Hal Balk President (Nassau) 1975-1977 President (LI ACLD)

1984-1987

His involvement with the organization spanned several decades

and his impact on the lives of so many cannot be measured. His many accomplishments include bringing

attention and critically needed funds to the organization by enticing

celebrities to attend our events. He served as the first President of Long Island ACLD after the merger and successfully led the organization through the initial period. He was

closely involved with the operation of TRYA and was an advocate for

residential expansion. As a result of his professional work in advertising, Hal brought the ideas of

business to ACLD. He pushed the organization to become more

professional and to utilize professional staff and governmental connections. He had a dream to turn

ACLD from a grassroots organization into a premier agency. He was

instrumental in ACLD expanding our mission to include individuals with varied developmental disabilities

while maintaining services to those we already served. He was a true

visionary on the Board.

1984 ACLD’s name changes to Long Island Association for Children with Learning Disabilities

1986 Children’s Preschool and Early Intervention Services begin serving 15 infants at home and 42 preschool children at Bay Shore Jewish Center

1987ACLD establishes Development Department

1987Dix Hills, Great Neck and Russell Gardens ACLD Residences open

1986 Oceanside and Oyster Bay ACLD Residences open

1986 Census says over 100 residents live in ACLD homes

1986 Employment Programs begin under the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA)

1986 Supported Employment becomes a signature service with more than 100 employed, and the first Employment Recognition Breakfast is held as ACLD becomes a leader in the field of employment for people with disabilities

1986

Oceanside and Oyster Bay Residences Open

Oceanside

Oyster Bay

1986

Employment Programs Begin Under the Job Training

Partnership Act (JTPA)

1986

Children’s Pre-School and Early Interventions Services Begin

1986

Oceanside and Oyster Bay Residences Open

Oceanside

Oyster Bay

1986

Employment Programs Begin Under the Job Training

Partnership Act (JTPA)

1986

Children’s Pre-School and Early Interventions Services Begin

The new Board of Long Island ACLD

1987

Established Development Department

1987

Dix Hills, Great Neck, and Russell Gardens Residences Open

Dix Hills

Great Neck

Russell Gardens

1988

OMRDD Grants Contract for Supported Work for

Individuals in Day Treatment

1988

OMRDD Provides Grant for Project SAFE as Part of CIL

1987

Established Development Department

1987

Dix Hills, Great Neck, and Russell Gardens Residences Open

Dix Hills

Great Neck

Russell Gardens

1988

OMRDD Grants Contract for Supported Work for

Individuals in Day Treatment

1988

OMRDD Provides Grant for Project SAFE as Part of CIL

1987

Established Development Department

1987

Dix Hills, Great Neck, and Russell Gardens Residences Open

Dix Hills

Great Neck

Russell Gardens

1988

OMRDD Grants Contract for Supported Work for

Individuals in Day Treatment

1988

OMRDD Provides Grant for Project SAFE as Part of CIL

1982

NassauOpensFirstAdultDayTreatmentProgramin

Albertson

1983

NassauOpensCarlM.WoltinCenterforIndependent

Living

1984

NassauandSuffolkACLDMerge

1984

ACLD’sNameChangestoLongIslandAssociation

forChildrenwithLearningDisabilities,

Inc.

1984

VarietyClubofNewYorkDonatesaVanfortheRecreationProgram

Ellen Spiegel, President1991–1997

1988 Roslyn Heights and Syosset ACLD Residences open

1989Article 28 Clinic Services begin

1989ACLD opens Transitional Day Treatment in Hauppauge

1989ACLD’s first Day Habilitation Program, OASIS begins

1990Kramer Learning Center opens in Bay Shore for children with special needs and their peers without disabilities, with 230 students focusing on inclusion

1990ACLD starts Respite Care

1990ACLD starts Medicaid Waiver Program

1990Future Planning Programs start

1991Circle of Commitment Giving Program is implemented

1991Wildwood ACLD Residence opens

1990ACLD establishes Human Resources Department

Ellen Spiegel President 1991-1997

Ellen Spiegel served as President for two consecutive terms. Her tenure was

marked by significant growth in programs as well as a period of

financial crisis for the organization.With help from the

Board and Ellen’s leadership, ACLD began to respond to and recover from

the effects of our financial difficulties. Ellen continues to serve

on ACLD’s Board and is a valued member of the ACLD family.

1991 ACLD’s name changes to Adults and Children with Learning and Developmental Disabilities, Inc.

1990

Established Human Resources Department

1991

Circle of Commitment Giving Program

Implemented

1991

ACLD’s Name Changes to Adults and Children with Learning and Developmental Disabilities, Inc.

1991

Wildwood Residence Opens

Wildwood

1991

ACLD Begins Self Survey Process

1991

Elmont House Relocates to Lynbrook

1992

Chichester Residence Opens

Chichester

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1992Chichester ACLD Residence opens

1990

Established Human Resources Department

1991

Circle of Commitment Giving Program

Implemented

1991

ACLD’s Name Changes to Adults and Children with Learning and Developmental Disabilities, Inc.

1991

Wildwood Residence Opens

Wildwood

1991

ACLD Begins Self Survey Process

1991

Elmont House Relocates to Lynbrook

1992

Chichester Residence Opens

Chichester

Donald Mitzner, President1988–1990

Donald Mitzner President (Suffolk) 1983-1984 President (LI ACLD) 1988-1990 Donald Mitzner served as President

from 1983 until the merger with Nassau was finalized in 1984. Don and

his wife Gail have shown a life-long commitment to ACLD that dates back to before Don’s first term as President

in Suffolk. He was instrumental in facilitating the merger with Nassau

ACLD and served as Vice President of the newly formed Long Island ACLD. He later served as President of the LI ACLD. Don continues to serve on the

Board at the present time. During his second term as President,

Don facilitated agency growth including the opening of the Kramer

Learning Center. Gail has stood beside Don and made her own mark on the

agency. She has served as Chairperson and Trustee of ACLD’s Community

Trust since its inception in 1997. She is an avid advocate for families planning

for the future of their children or family member with a disability.

Gail and Don serve as Chairs of ACLD’s 50th Anniversary Committee and as

Chairs of the Family and Friends Committee for the annual Dinner

Dance. Their fundraising support has been vital

to our annual efforts.Their overall support has been invaluable to the

development of the ACLD we know today.

Dr. Richard Dibble, President1998–2000

1993Northport ACLD Residence opens

1994Alice Court ACLD Residence opens

1996Hawthorne ACLD Residence opens

1996First Day Habilitation Program opens

1997ACLD Community Trust opens

1997ACLD develops Drop-In Wellness Center

1999ACLD wins Long Island Family Friendly Employer (LIFFE) Award1995

Adult Day Treatment Program moves to ACLD’s Lindner Campus

1992

Case Management Begins

1992

Northport Residence Set on Fire

1993

Northport Residence Opens

Northport

1993

Groundbreaking for ACLD’s Lindner Campus

1994

ACLD’s Lindner Campus Opens

1992

Case Management Begins

1992

Northport Residence Set on Fire

1993

Northport Residence Opens

Northport

1993

Groundbreaking for ACLD’s Lindner Campus

1994

ACLD’s Lindner Campus Opens

1993Groundbreaking for ACLD’s Lindner Campus

1994ACLD’s Lindner Campus opens

1999St. James ACLD Residence opens

1999Kramer Learning Center is named Model Program for Project INTEGRATE

1999Relationship begins with Head Start and Children’s Services in Bay Shore

1994

Alice Court Residence Opens

1995

Adult Day Treatment Program Moves to ACLD’s Lindner

Campus

1996

Hawthorne Residence Opens

Hawthorne

1996

First Day Habilitation Program Opens

1994

Alice Court Residence Opens

1995

Adult Day Treatment Program Moves to ACLD’s Lindner

Campus

1996

Hawthorne Residence Opens

Hawthorne

1996

First Day Habilitation Program Opens

Gail Mitzner (right) receives award from Ellen Spiegel (left) at Circle of Commitment Brunch in 1993

Dr. Richard Dibble President 1998-2000

Dr. Richard Dibble served as President for one term and continues

as a Board member today. Dr. Dibble’s greatest influence on ACLD

is in the area of Human Resources Development.

As Chair of the Human Resources Committee of the Board for many years, Dick has brought new talent

to the organization, improved policies and procedures related to human resource management and

been a support to the Human Resource Department.

1997

ACLD Community Trust Opens

1997

ACLD Develops Drop-In/Wellness Center with Grant

from Berk Foundation

1998

ACLD Opens Thrift Shop with Other not-for-profits

1999

St. James Residence Opens

St. James

1999

Work Activity Center is Closed and Converted to Day Habilitation

1999

ACLD is Winner of Long Island Family Friendly

Employer (LIFFE) Award

1999

Kramer Named Model Program for Project

INTEGRATE

2000

ACLD Begins an Affiliation with NS-

LIJ

2000

Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC) Begins

Gregory LiCalzi, President2001–2010

2000 ACLD becomes affiliated with North Shore-LIJ

2000 Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC) begins

2002 Women’s Health Services begin in Health Services Center

2002 ACLD Center for Learning is created

2002 Golden Opportunities Program with activities for older individuals is created

2002 Connections Program is developed for people on the autism spectrum

2001 First annual Dinner Dance is held

2001 Oakdale, Plainview, Sayville and Ronkonkoma ACLD Residences open

2001 ACLD acquires Greenvale Day Services and Respite from DDI

2001 ACLD expands operations at Gail and Don Mitzner Community Services Center in Melville

2001 BRIDGES Day Habilitation Program opens in Farmingdale

2002 Straight Path ACLD Residence opens

Gregory LiCalzi President 2001-2007

Gregory LiCalzi is currently the President of ACLD’s Board of

Trustees. Greg has been involved with ACLD for more than fifteen years

and has been instrumental in helping ACLD develop its creditability with

the financial community. He has assisted with the development of the IDA bond program from which many not-for-profits have benefited. He has also been a positive force for change in the Board as we move to secure

our future. He has brought new Board members to the table and

continuously evaluates the efficacy of the Board and Agency leadership. We are grateful for his many years of

service to ACLD.

2001

Circle of Commitment Giving Program Begins to Support

Residential Programs

2001

Oakdale, Plainview and Sayville Residences Open

Oakdale

Plainview

Sayville

2001

ACLD Acquires Ronkonkoma Residence

from Camelot

Ronkonkoma

2001

Circle of Commitment Giving Program Begins to Support

Residential Programs

2001

Oakdale, Plainview and Sayville Residences Open

Oakdale

Plainview

Sayville

2001

ACLD Acquires Ronkonkoma Residence

from Camelot

Ronkonkoma

2001

Circle of Commitment Giving Program Begins to Support

Residential Programs

2001

Oakdale, Plainview and Sayville Residences Open

Oakdale

Plainview

Sayville

2001

ACLD Acquires Ronkonkoma Residence

from Camelot

Ronkonkoma

2001

Circle of Commitment Giving Program Begins to Support

Residential Programs

2001

Oakdale, Plainview and Sayville Residences Open

Oakdale

Plainview

Sayville

2001

ACLD Acquires Ronkonkoma Residence

from Camelot

Ronkonkoma

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2001 Circle of Commitment Giving Program supports Residential Programs

2003 Initial conversion of Day Services is complete

2004 Healy ACLD Residence opens

2006 Sejon ACLD Residence opens

2013 ACLD Health Center Opens

2007 Phelps ACLD Residence opens

2009 Autumn Drive and East Hills ACLD Residences open

2014 Ribbon cutting for The Alan and Ellen Spiegel Children’s Center in Bay Shore with 49 children enrolled

2012 Center for Learning (CFL) embraced utilization of e-Learning as part of ACLD Employee Training

2013 Groundbreaking for The Alan and Ellen Spiegel Children’s Center in Bay Shore2004

BRIDGES Day Habilitation Program opens in Levittown

2004 Dental services begin in Health Services Center

2004 ACLD receives one of eight statewide COMPASS designations from OMRDD in recognition of high-quality services

2004

Healy Residence opens

Straight Path

2004

BRIDGES Day Habilitation Program Opens in

Levittown

2004

ACLD Receives COMPASS Designation from OMRDD in Recognition of the High Quality of Our Services

2004

Dental Services Begin in Health Services Center

Greenvale Day Services Closes after moving all

Consumers into Community Sites in

Glen Cove and Westbury

2005

2006

Sejon Residence Opens

Sejon

2006

Day Treatment Converted to Day

Habilitation

Joseph J. Ortego, President2011–present

2015 Balance Incentive Program (BIP) Grant from OPWDD awarded to ACLD to start RewearAble Program

2015 ACLD Cleaning Service employs people with developmental disabilities

2015 Implementation of Medisked and Tele-Med Services to manage information and all aspects of care for the people ACLD supports

2015 ACLD begins an Agency Transportation System

2015 ACLD Cleaning Service contracts provided through NYSID expand services to include Heckscher State Park and Huntington Department of Motor Vehicles

2015 CFL e-Learning significantly expanded

2014 Robert C. Goldsmith, third Executive Director of ACLD

60 Yearsof ACLD

2015 Magnolia Manor ACLD Residence opens

2015 ACLD Health Center becomes a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and is renamed the Charles Evans Health Center

Doris Shaw, The Enviable Life Ball 2015

2016 Melville Estates 906, Melville Estates 910, Ontario and Rainbow Commons ACLD Residences open

2016 Residential operations expands through the acquisition of six group Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF) formerly operated by OPWDD

2016 Robert Ciatto, first Chief Operating Officer of ACLD

Don, Gail and Alan Mitzner

2016 Development Department starts Volunteer Program

2016 Supplemental Group Day Habilitation (STRIVE) begins

2016 First ACLD Walk/Run is held

2016 Sensory garden outdoor classroom is added at Kramer Learning Center

2016 ACLD invests in smart board and other technologies to expand meeting and training capacities at multiple Bethpage locations

2016 ACLD receives Dual Accreditation from Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL)

2016 RewearAble starts and employs seven people supported by ACLD, and clothing collection for first year totals over 30,000 pounds

2017 Growth of preschool enrollment at The Alan and Ellen Spiegel Children’s Center reaches 103 students and a new program begins with full 5 1/2-hour day self-contained classes

2017 Program Without Walls secures permanent location in Levittown

Rich Breuninger and Bob Goldsmith, ACLD Foundation 2017 Annual Golf Outing

Ellen Alexander, Anne and Tom Emmerson,

ACLD Foundation 2017 Annual Golf Outing

Alan Spiegel, ACLD Foundation President2016–present

60 Yearsof ACLD

2017 Bob Goldsmith visits Poland making a deal to secure worldwide buyers for RewearAble clothing

2017 Planning for the expansion of The Alan and Ellen Spiegel Children’s Center begins in order to add four classrooms, additional space for after-school program and a connector between the building and gym

2017 RewearAble Program grows to nine employees with 60,000 pounds of clothing collected

2017 ACLD’s RewearAble Program receives Long Island Imagine Award for Innovation

2017 Bob Goldsmith receives Long Island Business News Executive Circle Award

2017 ACLD Residential Program grows to 36 houses with 320 people living in supervised residences and 39 apartments with 64 people living in Supportive Residential Alternative Program

2017 Rainbow Commons 918, Rainbow Commons 913 and Rainbow Commons 923 ACLD Residences open

2017 ACLD receives approval from Town of Oyster Bay for an Affordable Housing Project