Hempstead Beacon 02-26-2026

INCORPORATING THE WEST HEMPSTEAD BEACON

Mashiat Azmi /Herald

Senior residents are taking part in a total Body fitness class at Levittown Hall in Hicksville, combining cardio, strength training, and core exercises.

Town of Hempstead’s fitness program is back

Geared for seniors and veterans to keep healthy,

stay active through exercise

By MASHIAT AZMI Correspondent

The Town of Hempstead is once again offering its Total Body Fitness program for seniors and veteran residents this winter and spring. It combines abs, cardio, and strength training to tone and firm muscles.

The program is held at three spots — Echo Park, West Hempstead, on Tuesdays, through April 3, 10:45–11:45 a.m., Levittown, Hicksville from Mondays, though April 27, 8:30–9:30 a.m., and Thursdays, through April 30, 9:15–10:15 a.m., and Merrick Golf Clubhouse, Merrick from Mondays, through April 27, 9–10 a.m. or 6:30–7:30 p.m.

The 12-week program currently has 215 students in all three places.

John Ferretti, supervisor of the Town of Hempstead emphasized the

inspiration behind this program: the need for an affordable fitness program that offers a high-quality, high-energy experience.

“We’re happy to provide residents with a way to keep moving and stay active,” Ferretti said in an email. “Many gyms and fitness studios have steep monthly costs — these fitness classes are a more affordable alternative while still offering a high-quality, high-energy experience.”

The classes include music, fitness routines, and various forms of exercise. Ferretti stated that each program gets better every year with new music, new routines, and new ways of exercise.

He noted that participants should bring an exercise mat and light weights, as they are necessary for certain floor exercises and help provide

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Where curiosity meets a microscope

By STACY DRIKS sdriks@liherald.com

Children climbed aboard a new, allelectric mobile laboratory — dubbed the BioBus — at the Long Island Children’s Museum in Uniondale, peering into high-powered microscopes and examining samples of insects and organic matter during a hands-on demonstration.

The museum held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Feb. 16 on the mobile science lab, which travels to schools across Long Island, New York City and Boston, and will now make several stops at the museum each year for special events. The expansion is supported by a $600,000 investment from the National Grid Foundation over the next three years.

During the ceremony, about 40 children helped cut the ribbon, and then they crowded inside the mobile lab, taking turns looking at microscopes and asking scientists questions as parents tagged along.

The BioBus’s interior was separated into two stations, one was “focus” and the other “hands on.” Children leaned over microscopes, adjusting the focus as magnified images of cells, tiny organisms and worms came into view. Ben Dubin-Thaler, a scientist and BioBus co-founder, explained to them what they were examining.

“My favorite one was the bee,” 7-year-old Eoien Callan said. “It was actually so cool because you can see the pollen on it, and I never gotten to really do it before.”

Co-founder Latasha Wright said the

bugs were chosen for inspection based on what they thought would look good under the microscope, she laughed.

Sisters Rae, 2, and Ami, 5, accompanied by their mom, Freeport resident Lennaxia Brathwaite, found the worm station fascinating, looking at the insects under a microscope with a bright light and watching them in their environment moving in dirt.

Brathwaite expressed appreciation for the experience, noting that such opportunities weren’t available to her growing up.

“This is awesome, I always loved science,” Brathwaite said. “I want them to experience it, to be able to be tangible and to touch things, to explore anything hands-on.

“The visuals and the tangibles, they’re going to have a lasting impression on this. She’s going to remember this,” she said of Rae, who stayed by the earthworm station most of the visit.

Brathwaite explained that her daughters have read books about worms from Raz-Kids, a website where they could choose what they want to read, and the trip to the BioBus made the literary experience come to life for her kids.

Built upon a strong partnership between the Long Island Children’s Museum and National Grid, the BioBus is set to return throughout the year. Organizers expressed hope that the hands-on experience will continue sparking curiosity — and perhaps inspire the next generation of scientists.

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Icons. Insights. Impact.

BioBus inspires children to pursue STEM learning

Seven-year-old Eoien Callan peers through a microscope aboard the

ing magnified views of insects and other specimens during a

onstration.

“In 2010, that partnership deepened with the STEM initiatives,” Erika Floresca, the museum’s president, said at the Feb. 16 ceremony. “National Grid became the initial sponsor of Westbury Schools’ partnership, a green team environmental leadership program and our annual STEM weekend.”

National Grid’s partnership with the museum goes back more than three decades, when community members and spouses Roni Kohen-Lemle and Robert Lemle established the museum. The partnership later expanded with the support of Bob Catell, 89, former chief executive of KeySpan, who attended the ceremony, and through development efforts led by Edward Smits of Nassau Heritage.

Floresca said the continued support allows the museum to expand programming for students K-12, including special education services and bilingual instruction to ensure broader access.

“We know, and National Grid understands, if you spark curiosity early, if you nurture children’s confidence in asking questions, solving problems and testing ideas, you open opportunities,” she

said. “Waiting until high school, if often too late, early engagement matters –National Grid gets this.”

Robert Simmons, head of the National Grid Foundation, addressed the attendees and invited Matthew Aromero, 7, and his brother, Jayden, 8, of Glen Cove, to the podium to share their excitement about the BioBus.

“I’m always ready,” Matthew said,

Total Body builds strength and friendships

Students in the Town of Hempstead’s fitness programs taking part in cardio, strength, and core exercises on Feb.19 at Levittown

resistance training.

Ferretti added that the class is open to everyone. Each class has its own instructor to help and guide the students.

“Don’t hesitate! These classes provide a warm, welcoming environment for residents of all ages and fitness levels,” he said. “Residents are encouraged to call the Town’s Parks and Recreation Department at (516) 292-9000 with any questions.”

Sue Mavridis, a longtime and returning student of the Total Body class, said she made many new friends. Her

We’re happy to provide residents with a way to keep moving and stay active. Many gyms and fitness studios have steep monthly costs — these fitness classes are a more affordable alternative while still offering a high-quality, high-energy experience.

John Ferretti

Hempstead Town supervisor

expectations from this class are to keep in shape.

Ferretti said that the classes have received nothing but positive reviews, and each year they fill up quickly.

Another student, Carol Wojcik, joined this class at her neighbor’s recommendation to get in shape and make good friends.

“Just to keep me in shape and to help my heart,” said Debra Simonetti, a student of Total Body class.

“Because aerobics is supposed to be very good for your heart.”

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THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent

TO: Marta Lidia Aragon Manzano Grassi Advisory Group, Inc.

Jasper Surety, Attorney in Fact Arch Ins Co. Office of the New York State Attorney General all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained, distributees, heirs-atlaw and next-of-kin of the said Salvador Aragon, deceased, and if any of the said distributees named specifically or as a class be dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained

A petition having been duly filed by Public Administrator of Nassau County, who is domiciled at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York 11501. YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on March 4, 2026, at 9:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, why the account of Public Administrator of Nassau County, a summary of which has been served herewith, as Administrator of the estate of Salvador Aragon, should not be judicially settled.

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF NASSAU FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, -againstVALERIE MCFADDEN AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF HENRIETTA HENDERSON, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on July 10, 2025, wherein FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION is the Plaintiff and VALERIE MCFADDEN AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF HENRIETTA HENDERSON, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on March 11, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 17 COURTENAY ROAD, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550; and the following tax map identification: 34-440-13, 14 & 15.

SITUATE IN THE VILLAGE OF HEMPSTEAD, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 612838/2019.

Brian J. Davis, Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 158250

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SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FFMLT TRUST 2005-FF11,

MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-FF11, Plaintiff, vs. ELIAS AYALA, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 16, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on March 9, 2026 at 3:30 p.m., premises known as 174 East Marshall Street, Hempstead, NY 11550. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 36, Block 38 and Lots 36, 37, and 38. Approximate amount of judgment is $446,203.68 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 600352/2024. Cash will not be accepted. Joseph Covello, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 158244

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SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU. CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff -againstMARIANA COOPER AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY M. COOPER A/K/A SHIRLEY COOPER, and if she be living and if she be dead, etc..., et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated November 19, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on March 12, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the Northerly side of Angevine Avenue,

distant 128.89 feet Easterly from the extreme Southerly end of the arc of a curve connecting the Northerly side of Angevine with the Easterly side of Eldridge Place; being a plot 100 feet by 50 feet by 100 feet by 50 feet.

Section: 34 Block: 363 Lot: 326

Said premises known as 19 ANGEVINE AVE, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550

Approximate amount of lien $355,988.92 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 604025/2019.

SCOTT H. SILLER, ESQ., Referee

David A. Gallo & Associates LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030

File# 7777.008 {* HEMPSTEAD*} 158153

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCAF ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST GEORGE HINES, JR., DONNA HINES, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered October 21, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on March 11, 2026 at 2:00 pm, premises known as 164 Fairview Boulevard, Hempstead, NY 11550. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village and Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 44 Block 31 and Lots 125, 352-353. Approximate

amount of judgment $432,504.19 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #615787/2022. Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 22-001366 88490 158157

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF LSRMF MH MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST II, Plaintiff, vs. SERGE MARS; MARIE GINA MARS A/K/A MARIE G. MARS A/K/A MARIE MARS, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 5, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on March 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 171 Allen Street, Hempstead, NY 11550. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Hempstead, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 36, Block 41 and Lot 54. Approximate amount of judgment is $296,808.44 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 617176/2022.

Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 232579-1 158360

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS DELAWARE TRUSTEE OF SMRF TRUST II-A, Plaintiff, vs.

BEINISH TECH LLC, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale and Other Relief entered on June 3, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on March 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 42 Maryland Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Hempstead, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 34, Block 271 and Lots 60, 61, and 62. Approximate amount of judgment is $590,921.41 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 614199/2022.

Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 230848-1 158358

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SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP, Plaintiff -againstNELSON E. CASTILLO A/K/A NELSON CASTILLO, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated October 15, 2025 and entered on October 17, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on March 24, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Hempstead, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the southerly side of Lawson Street, distant 219.25 feet westerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the southerly side of Lawson Street with the westerly side of Kennedy Avenue; being a plot 100 feet by 50 feet by 100 feet by 50 feet.

Section: 36 Block: 75 Lot: 239 Said premises known as 226 LAWSON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550

Approximate amount of lien $468,639.16 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. MARC LACHAUD, HEIR-AT-LAW AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF GLADYS MARCELIN-LACHAUD, DECEASED, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 2, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on March 23, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 16 Elizabeth Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Hempstead, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 34, Block 370 and Lot 357-358. Approximate amount of judgment is $358,241.80 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 620707/2023. Joshua D. Brookstein, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 230049-1 158463

Town of Hempstead cracks down on backyard breeders

By ABBEY SALVEMINII asalvemini@liherald.com

Sweeping new legislation aimed at cracking down on unlicensed backyard breeders was introduced at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter in Wantagh as Supervisor John Ferretti said the goal is simple: “protect animals and prevent suffering before it starts.”

Ferretti outlined a proposed local law that would require all dog and cat litters born in the town to be registered within 30 days. Pet owners would need to report the breed or species, the name of the veterinarian who treated the animals and where they are being housed.

The measure is largely complaintdriven; allowing residents to report suspected illegal breeding to the town, which would then dispatch animal control.

“We need the community to help us out and report people who are breeding or selling out of their backyards,” he said. “We will send an animal control officer or a building department inspector out to investigate.”

Town officials say unregulated breeding operations often lead to overpopulation, inbreeding and unsafe living conditions. Puppies and kittens are frequently separated from their mothers too early, resulting in long-term health and behavioral issues. Many end up sick, abandoned or surrendered to shelters when they are no longer considered

Salvemini

before it reaches local shelters.

“Cracking down on what’s best for the community and the animals is something we are fully in support of,” Behrens added.

Under the proposal, violations would start at $250 and increase to $500 for repeat offenders. However, fines could be dismissed if the animals are sterilized or surrendered to a licensed shelter within 16 weeks. Ferretti stressed that the legislation is about accountability — not revenue.

“This legislation is about action, it’s not about money,” he said. “We’re not here to collect a penny. We want what’s best for the animals.”

Ferretti pointed to a recent case involving a golden retriever that arrived at the shelter still lactating after having given birth. He said the dog appeared to have been abandoned once she was no longer useful for breeding. The retriever was quickly adopted, but the case underscored the broader issue.

“When their owners are done with them, they throw them in the streets,” Behrens said. “We see this day in and day out.”

profitable.

“If we didn’t have backyard breeding, we probably wouldn’t have as many animals in any shelter around the coun-

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for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 609133/2018.

KENNETH L. GARTNER, ESQ., Referee

David A. Gallo & Associates LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 8150.984 {* HEMPSTEAD*} 158388

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of QUBIT NYC LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/09/2026. Office located in

Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to: 42 Cliff Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 158431

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER, -against-

PATRICIA THELIAN, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on June 6,

2024, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A MR. COOPER is the Plaintiff and PATRICIA THELIAN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on March 30, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 27 RICHARD STREET, WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552; and the following tax map identification: 35-628-13. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND

BEING IN MUNSON, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 611057/2019. Lisa Segal Poczik, Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 158602

try as we do daily,” said Animal Shelter Director Ashley Behrens, voicing her support for the proposed legislation and its focus on preventing overpopulation

Ferretti emphasized that while he is proud that the town’s animal shelter operates a no-kill facility with longterm care management, prevention is key.

Town officials did not say when the new regulations would be discussed at a town board meeting.

New support groups for dementia caretakers

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America has launched new free support groups for Long Islanders caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses.

The in-person sessions are held at the AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center, 149 Schleigel Blvd., and are scheduled for Tuesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. and Thursdays from 2 to 3 p.m. Registration is required and can be completed by calling (631) 2234000.

Led by licensed social workers trained in dementia care, the support groups are designed to provide caregivers with a space to share experiences and connect with others facing similar challenges. Participants will also learn techniques to manage caregiver stress, improve quality of life and navigate the complexities of caring for individuals living with dementia.

According to the foundation, research shows that caregiver support

groups can help reduce stress, lessen feelings of isolation, strengthen coping skills and improve overall wellbeing. By engaging with both peers and professionals, caregivers can feel more supported and better prepared in their roles.

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is a nonprofit organization that provides support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, while also funding research for improved treatments and a cure. Its services include a national toll-free helpline staffed by licensed social workers, caregiver support groups, educational programs, dementia-care training for health care professionals and the National Memory Screening Program.

For more information, call (866) 2328484 or visit ALZFDN.org.

— Jordan Vallone

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