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Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. [FREE]

FREE supports people of all abilities reach their full potential and thrive in their communities.

- COMMUNITY-BASED & HOUSING ALTERNATIVES
- CLINICAL TREATMENT & VOCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
- DAY HABILITATION PROGRAMS
- RECREATIONAL & PRE-VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS
- COMMUNITY & FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES
- THERAPEUTIC HORSE RIDING
- SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS

03/15/2026

Music, fun, and lots of smiles! 🎸

Our PWW and Day Hab groups had a fantastic time visiting the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library to watch The Rockers, an all-abilities rock band, perform. Their talent and energy made for such an enjoyable afternoon, and everyone had a great time experiencing live music together.

Thank you to The Rockers for such a wonderful performance!

03/14/2026

We’re getting excited for the upcoming Dance Recital! 💃🕺

The FREE Players Dance Troupe, in partnership with the Dance Workshop of Deer Park, Inc. Park, has been working incredibly hard and can’t wait to show off their groovy moves!

Join us for a fun and energetic afternoon of dance:

📅 Sunday, March 22
⏰ 1:00 PM (Doors open 30 minutes prior)
📍 Boulton Center for the Performing Arts
37 West Main St, Bay Shore

🎟 Tickets: $15 – available at the door

Come out and support our amazing dancers and enjoy a great performance!

03/13/2026

The FREE Color Guard is getting parade-ready! ☘️

They’ve been busy practicing and preparing for this Sunday’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Farmingdale, and we can’t wait to see them march and represent FREE. Be sure to give them a big cheer if you’re there! 💚

03/13/2026

Today FREE staff and people we support joined advocates from across Long Island at the Long Island Rally at Brentwood State Park to stand up for the IDD community.

Advocacy is critical to ensuring individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—and the workforce that supports them—receive the investment and recognition they deserve.

Thank you to leaders including Senator Monica Martinez, Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio, and others who spoke about the importance of strengthening the provider network that makes this work possible.

Together, our voices are stronger! 💙

Monica R. Martinez for State Senate Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio

03/12/2026

🚨 Advocacy Alert: Join Us Tomorrow at the Long Island Rally! 🚨

Tomorrow at 11 AM, advocates, families, providers, and community members will gather at Brentwood State Park to stand together and call for investment in the future of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—and the dedicated professionals who support them every day.

This rally is a powerful opportunity to raise our voices, share our stories, and remind decision-makers that strong services and supports are essential for our communities.

📍 Location: Brentwood State Park – North Entrance (Community College Drive)
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📅 Date: March 13, 2026
☔ Rain or shine!

Speakers will include members of the NYS Legislative Committee, self-advocates, and Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio.

Let’s come together to show that Long Island supports investing in people, opportunity, and inclusion.

💙 Join us. Stand with us.

03/12/2026

Dust off your favorite boots and bring your best bling—let’s celebrate the lives and achievements that make our mission possible. 💎
Register Now! https://loom.ly/-uZY50o

03/10/2026

We were in Albany today for the NYDA Rally! 📣

Advocates, self-advocates, families, and providers all came together to raise our voices for people with developmental disabilities and the incredible direct support professionals who support them every day!

The message is clear: Invest in people. Invest in support. Invest in our communities.

Let’s keep the momentum going!

03/09/2026

📢Tomorrow's the day! At 11:30, we will be gathering at the Capitol in Albany to demand action and real, continued investment in I/DD services and the care system. If you haven't RSVP'd yet, please do so here: https://bit.ly/4qkfZIy

We hope to see you there!

03/07/2026

Join us as we celebrate 49 years of impact at our Celebration of Life Gala! This special evening brings together our community to honor the incredible work being done and to help build a future where everyone has the opportunity to shine. 💙

💎 Theme: Denim & Diamonds
📅 Thursday, May 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00–10:00 PM
📍 The Barn at Old Bethpage Village Restoration

Be part of an unforgettable night celebrating lives, achievements, and the power of community. Stay tuned for more details!
Register Today! https://loom.ly/-uZY50o

03/06/2026

🎉 Happy Retirement, Cindy! 🎉

After 20 incredible years, Cindy is officially trading in her work schedule for a little more rest, relaxation, and well-deserved fun!

Cindy has spent the past two decades bringing dedication, kindness, and plenty of smiles to everyone around her. Her impact will be felt for years to come, and while we’ll definitely miss seeing her every day, we couldn’t be happier for her as she begins this exciting new chapter.

Here’s to sleeping in, new adventures, and doing whatever you want, whenever you want! 😄

Congratulations, Cindy, and thank you for 20 wonderful years! 💙

03/05/2026

🏐 Volleyball Season is Officially Underway! 🎉

Tonight kicked off our volleyball season with an exciting matchup between Hits & Giggles and Peak Performers — and what a game it was! Both teams brought the energy, teamwork, and plenty of competitive spirit to the court.

After two tied games and an intense battle point after point, Hits & Giggles pulled ahead to take the win! 👏

If this first game is any indication, it’s going to be a fun and action-packed season. We can’t wait to see what the next matchups bring!

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03/05/2026

FREE was proud to stand alongside fellow advocates at the 2026 ACL Legislative Day in Albany, joining more than 200 voices from 44 member agencies to advocate for the future of community-based mental health housing.

As New York’s leaders work on the state budget, we are urging continued investment in essential services — including at least a 2.7% Targeted Inflationary Increase (TII) — to help address rising operational costs, workforce shortages, and decades of underinvestment that threaten the sustainability of critical programs.

Together, we’re advocating for the resources needed to ensure individuals receiving services continue to have access to safe housing, quality supports, and thriving communities. Thank you to everyone who showed up, spoke out, and continues to champion this important cause.

InterAgency Council of Developmental Disabilities Agencies, Inc. (IAC) Bring It Home NYS

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Old Bethpage, NY
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