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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.
60 Yearsof ACLD
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
60 Yearsof ACLD
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
60 Yearsof ACLD
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
60 Yearsof ACLD
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