IGHL is proud to announce that Kathleen Ialacci, Direct Support Professional/Housekeeper/Cook at Center Moriches IRA, is the February 2026 Employee of the Month.
Kathleen began her journey with IGHL 4.5 years ago at the Center Moriches IRA. She goes above and beyond daily with unconditional love and care for the individuals we serve. She works daily with behaviors and treats this individual with full respect and love which has been a tremendous help with her daily life. She goes out of her way to ensure all the residents are dressed beautifully, she takes it upon herself to go thru their clothing to ensure they are stain free and stylish. Kathleen also goes above and beyond to ensure the Center Moriches IRA house is clean and beautifully decorated for each holiday. We are lucky to have Kathleen on our team at Center Moriches IRA and with the IGHL family.
Congratulations, Kathleen!
The award ceremony for Kathleen will take place at Center Moriches IRA on 2/20/2026 at 12pm. For those who are unable to attend, the celebration will be posted on Facebook.
IGHL is proud to announce that Crystal Santiago, Coordinator of Day Hab Services at East Moriches Day Hab, is the January 2026 Employee of the Month.
Crystal started her journey with IGHL 11 years ago. She began as a Day Hab Specialist and worked her way to her current role of Coordinator at East Moriches Day Hab, a position she has held for 8 years. As the leader of East Moriches Day Hab, Crystal thrives in keeping an immaculately clean program, initiates exciting and educational activities, conducts great outings with a focus on community connection and responsibility, and decorates beautifully no matter the season. Crystal has a very high standard for her program and it shows. She is very thorough and passionate about each element of care for participants and about making sure they are reaching their potential and having every experience that they want. She is organized, professional, and leads by example. Her management and her team are very lucky to have her. Thank you for all that you do for IGHL and East Moriches Day Hab, Crystal!
Congratulations, Crystal!
The award ceremony for Crystal will take place at East Moriches Day Hab on 1/27/2026 at 12pm. For those who are unable to attend, the celebration will be posted on Facebook.