Self-Initiated Living Options Current Events
Laurie Delgado is awarded with
Sheriff Toulon's Community Leadership Award
SILO's Chief Community Engagement Officer, Laurie Delgado, was honored with the Sheriff Toulon's Community Leadership Award in recognition of her outstanding dedication to the disability community.
For more than eight years, Laurie has been instrumental in planning, organizing, and implementing community events that improve the lives of individuals with disabilities. Through her leadership, commitment, and passion for inclusion, she has helped create meaningful opportunities that promote accessibility, independence, and community engagement for people with disabilities throughout our region.
Islip School District Students Interning at SILO!
This summer, SILO welcomed four students from the Islip School District as a part of a hands-on internship program designed to prepare them for the workforce.
During their time here, the students are gaining valuable real-world experience by working alongside staff in several departments, including Information Technology (IT), housekeeping, NY Connects, and other administrative areas.
By learning new skills, building confidence, and exploring different career paths, the interns have made, and continue to make, meaningful contributions while taking important steps toward their future employment goals.
Pictured left to right: El and emotional support dog Gus, Kristian, Sasha, and Arianna
Marilyn Tucci Interviewed
by Via Transportation
Marilyn Tucci, SILO's Director of Advocacy, was interviewed by Via Transportation, creators of Via Paratransit.
Through the Via System, Suffolk County Accessible Transportation (SCAT) can track vehicles and communicate with riders in real-time. The app allows riders to schedule their trips in advance, or even just minutes before they need to travel, and track their vehicle so they know exactly when it will arrive.
Thank you to Via Transportation and SCAT for helping promote greater independence and accessible travel!