“It’s really just about observing and working with the children to help them become more independent,” explained Diane Grzekbyk. Diane received her Master’s from Long Island University and will be the school’s first Board Certified Behavior Analyst. In this position, Diane is responsible for the implementation of the school’s ABA curriculum, which includes compiling case…

  (Queens) – The 36th Annual Buckley’s-Kennedy’s Run on Sunday, May 15 raised nearly $80,000 for at-risk children, adults and families participating in HeartShare programs. Over 800 runners dashed to the finish line, while others enjoyed the Family Fun Day Picnic at the Breezy Point Ball Field. The Buckley’s-Kennedy’s Run has been a long-held tradition in the…

“It’s really been our job to learn what our individuals need,” said Connie Massey, Coordinator of HeartShare’s Avenue L Day Habilitation Program. Avenue L is a newer addition to the HeartShare family of services. NYS recognizes HeartShare as a high quality, accredited provider, which is why we were awarded contracts when FEGS, a peer non-profit…

36th Anniversary Buckley’s-Kennedy’s Run on Sunday, May 15th To Benefit Those in HeartShare’s Care On Sunday, May 15th, the 36th Annual Buckley’s-Kennedy’s 5K Charity Run will honor the memory of a member of our community who recently passed away, as well as benefit the programs and services of HeartShare Human Services of New York. The…

HeartShare’s E. 66th Street Residence in Brooklyn is home to four young men with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their mid to late 20s. “It is a truly beautiful home and we were glad to receive input from the families. Together, we selected a home on a tree-lined block, which is centrally located for shopping…

HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services innovated its Permanency Pact Program to ensure that young people who have grown up in foster care do not have to navigate the challenges of young adulthood alone. Through the Permanency Pact Program, Benita Miller signed a lifelong commitment to Jasmine, a twenty-year old young woman. “No matter what it is…

Earlier this year, HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services (HSVS) established its Junior Board. By serving as ambassadors, fundraisers and volunteers, the founding 20 Junior Board Members are committed to fully investing in HSVS and its mission. Grace Barnard, a Marketing Associate for American Stock Transfer & Trust Company (AST), is one of the up-and-coming young professionals…

“Quintin will always be in a home where he is loved,” said Brenda Hopkins smiling broadly. With support from HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services (HSVS), Brenda fostered and adopted Quintin, an energetic, sweet boy who is now two years old. Brenda has known Quintin for most of his young life. “Three days after he was born,…

“You can tell they’re artists by how they engage with the work.” Rachel Lindsay, MoMA Educator Our artists with special needs have had several opportunities to engage with art. As a part of the ArtShare for HeartShare program, our individuals have created multimedia artworks, such as canvas paintings, collages and masks, which were displayed in…

“One of our greatest assets at Health Home is the expertise of the people on our team,” explained HeartShare Health Home Director Silvia Estrada. Health Home serves approximately 520 clients in the five boroughs with two or more chronic conditions, such as HIV/AIDS, diabetes, asthma or severe depression. The program was designed to reduce the…