BRIDGES

05/01/2026

The Soft & Sweet Bunny Meet Event! 🐰

Guests enjoyed a calm and joyful experience as they spent time gently petting and meeting adorable little bunnies! Hosted in our very own sensory room, the event created a peaceful environment centered on comfort and connection. ✨

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so special — we loved sharing this experience with you and look forward to creating more moments like this in the future! 💛



Description: Today’s video includes a compilation of multiple different people smiling and petting two adorable black bunnies. The event was hosted inside our Sensory Room, where tubes filled with bubbles and other colorful sensory objects can be seen in the background of several different shots.

04/30/2026

04/30/2026

Planning ahead is one of the greatest gifts you can give your loved ones. 🤍

Join this informative caregiver training to better understand advance directives and the essential documents that ensure your wishes — or those of someone you care for — are clearly honored. From power of attorney to health care proxy and living wills, gain the confidence to navigate these important decisions with clarity and peace of mind.

📅 Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Location: Rockland County Office for the Aging, 50 Sanatorium Road, Building F, Pomona, NY
📞 Call to Register: 845-364-2100
⚠️ Note: Reservations required, space is limited

Spots are limited—secure yours today.

Description: A soft-toned informational flyer is shown featuring a caregiver writing on a document, paired with images of advance directive paperwork. The design uses calming purple and beige tones, with event details, topics like power of attorney and living will, and registration information clearly displayed.

04/29/2026

Reminder — ACCESS-VR Orientation is happening every Thursday at 9AM! 📣

Join us this week to learn more about ACCESS-VR Employment Services and how to apply. It’s a great opportunity to get your questions answered and take the next step toward meaningful employment and support. 💪

For more information, reach out at avitacco@bridgesrc.org or call (845) 624-1366 x137. 🤳

Description: A blue and white graphic is displayed, featuring the BRIDGES logo at the top with a bold “REMINDER” header. The text highlights “ACCESS VR ORIENTATION, Every Thursday at 9AM,” along with details about learning employment services and how to apply. Contact information is listed at the bottom, with a megaphone icon on the right and our social media handle displayed.

04/28/2026

Support starts with right connection. 💛

Join us for a powerful parent workshop, and learn how your child’s nervous system shapes behavior, why co-regulation matters, and simple, body-based strategies you can use every day to build calm and resilience. 💪

🗓 May 8, 2026 | 3:45–4:45 PM
📍 2290 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994

Walk away with practical tools — and a deeper understanding of how to support your child through every moment. 🤝

📲 Scan the QR code or contact us to register today!



Description: A warm-toned flyer with soft, natural colors and floral accents are displayed. On the left, an image of an adult is shown gently placing a supportive hand on a child’s shoulder. On the right, event details are displayed alongside the Sensory Wellness logo. The bottom section includes a list of learning topics, BRIDGES branding, contact information, and a QR code for registration.

04/27/2026

Step into a story you can feel. 📖✨

Join us for Fun Friday: Read & Relax in our calming sensory room — where imagination meets comfort! Whether you love getting lost in a good book or just need a peaceful space to unwind, this evening is all about slowing down and enjoying the moment. 📚

🗓 May 8th | 5–6 PM
📍 Bridges Sensory Room
👥 Youth with disabilities (ages 14–24)



Description: A soft purple flyer with watercolor-style artwork is shown, featuring an open green book held by two hands. Colorful stars and circles float up from the pages with fluffy clouds surrounding the scene. The top includes the Sensory Room and BRIDGES logos, with event details centered above the illustration.

04/24/2026

Turn sidewalks into messages that matter! 💛

Join us for Rockland’s 1st Chalk the Walk — a nationwide movement bringing our community together to raise awareness for su***de prevention. Gather your team, get creative, and use art to spread hope, support, and connection! 🎨

🖍 Need supplies? We’ve got you covered! Chalk and blackboard poster board are available for anyone who may need an accessible option.

🎟 Bonus: The first 100 entries will receive a FREE ticket to the May 15th Boulders Game, where all artwork will be displayed as part of the Strike Out Stigma event—featuring music, activities, and community resources.



Description: “Chalk the Walk” is displayed in rainbow colors across the top, designed to look like it was written with chalk over blacktop. Text is written below with event details and a description, and in the center is an image of chalk that reads, “Be kind to yourself,” with a purple heart.

04/23/2026

04/23/2026

This week, BRIDGES is proud to recognize the impact of Vision Rehabilitation Therapists and celebrate the incredible work happening every day behind the scenes! 💙👁️

A special shoutout to our amazing VRTs, Jessica Scirbona and Cassandra Gourlay, whose dedication helps individuals with vision loss build independence and essential life skills—from safely navigating their environment to managing daily routines. 👩‍🦯

Join us in celebrating the professionals who make independence possible every single day! 👏



Description: Over a light blue background, the first slide shows a white icon of a hand lifting an eye with a plus sign. Below it reads, “Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Appreciation Week,” with an arrow prompting viewers to swipe. The next slide keeps the same background and features a short description of VRT Appreciation Week with the BRIDGES logo centered at the top.

04/22/2026

A safer home starts here. 🏠💙

The RESTORE Program at BRIDGES helps eligible homeowners make critical emergency repairs — so you can stay safe, independent, and comfortable in your own home. From accessibility improvements to urgent fixes, we’re here to support you when it matters most. 🛠️

✔️ Must own and live in the home as your primary residence
✔️ Age 60 or older
✔️ Income at or below 100% of the area median

📲 Scan the QR code or contact us to learn more: 845-624-1366



Description: A blue-toned flyer featuring a home with a wooden accessibility ramp in the background is displayed. The title “RESTORE Program for Emergency Repairs” appears prominently at the top. Below are circular images showing a wheelchair user entering a home and a hand gripping a bathroom safety bar. A QR code is displayed on the right, with eligibility details and contact information along the bottom.

04/22/2026

Join us in honoring those who serve! 🇺🇸🎖️

The Carry The Load Congers Event brings the community together for an evening of remembrance, support, and unity. From a meaningful walk with the American flag to family-friendly activities and more — this is a chance to stand behind our military, first responders, and their families. 💙

📍 Congers Station Park
🗓 Monday, April 27, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Description: A patriotic event flyer with bold text reads, “Carry The Load – Congers Event.” It features three photos: scouts holding American flags, a smiling group holding posters, and families walking with flags. Below, event details list the date, location, and a schedule of activities. The design uses red, white, and blue tones with stars and a QR code at the bottom.