Zebra Technologies and Options For Community Living Garden

(Ronkonkoma, NY) – On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, seven (7) volunteers from Zebra Technologies spent the day giving back by building a memorial garden at a home owned by Options for Community Living, Inc. The project was coordinated by United Way of Long Island, bringing together Zebra Technologies and Options for a meaningful day of service and team building.

Options provides safe and affordable housing for individuals and families in over 160 homes across Long Island and serves more than 2,000 adults and children annually. The individuals served by Options face chronic illnesses and disabilities and often come from challenging circumstances. Most have low-incomes and may have a history of homelessness or have been at risk of homelessness. Through affordable supportive housing and connections to healthcare services, entitlements, and community resources, Options fosters stability, safety, independence, and improved health outcomes.

The Zebra Technologies team worked tirelessly to build a beautiful memorial garden complete with a bench, where residents can reflect and find peace. They planted perennial flowers, cleaned up the yard, and trimmed greenery around the fence, making the space more welcoming and vibrant. “Zebra takes pride in giving back to the local communities where our employees work and live,” said Michele LaBarbera, Senior Marketing Specialist, Zebra Technologies. “We know that our volunteering truly makes a difference. It was a pleasure working with the Ronkonkoma home team and their residents to build a memorial garden that enriches the quality of life for all residents.”

“Options is grateful to the United Way of Long Island for making this connection on our behalf and for the team from Zebra Technologies for their time,” said Options’ CEO, Yolanda Robano-Gross. “The garden is beautiful,” continued Robano-Gross. “Projects like these really make a difference to our residents and to us.”

“Volunteering at the Ronkonkoma home was an amazing experience,” said Harris Ayaz, Senior Strategic Partner, Zebra Technologies. “It was great meeting the residents and assisting them in cleaning-up their yard and building a memorial garden for their friend who recently passed.”

About Options for Community Living, Inc.

Established in 1982, Options for Community Living, Inc. operates residential programs for adults recovering from mental illness, care coordination services for adults and children with chronic health conditions, and housing and services for homeless people with disabilities and/or HIV/AIDS. Options’ mission to assist people to live independently and with dignity in the community has grown through the years to serve more than 2,000 adults and children annually. For more information, call 631.361.9020 or visit Options’ website at https://www.optionscl.org.