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- EIN 13-1916359
- (845) 267-2500
- 210 Route 303 Valley Cottage NY 10989-2035 USA
- www.arcofrockland.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Human Service Organizations, Human Services, Job Training
Mission: To make available to people with developmental disabilities conditions and opportunities that lead to an ever improving quality of life that allows them to participate fully in the mainstream of society. The emphasis on community inclusion is paramount. Whether it concerns employment, education, recreation, volunteerism, socialization or residential options, the arc rockland ensures that each individual takes a front seat in designing a plan geared towards inclusion. Through the agency's arc in motion initiative, people who receive supports through the arc volunteer at more than 100 not-for-profit organizations in rockland and surrounding communities. For many years, the arc encouraged business and industry to hire people with disabilities. More recently, the arc purchased two businesses in a push to lead by example. Strawtown jewelry in new city, ny and glaze pottery and art studio in orangeburg, ny are open to the public. Both entities employ people of all abilities. The arc has long
Programs: Individual residential alternatives - include a range of options for people including room, board and individualized protective oversight for people with developmental disabilities. Houses and apartment settings are among the offerings.
day services - day habilitation programs provide people receiving services and supports with an array of opportunities for education, recreation, socialization and volunteerism within the community-at-large. People participate in events and activities throughout the county and surrounding areas. The emphasis is on ensuring that people with developmental disabilities are integral members of society.
children's services - the prime time for kids program serves children from birth to school age. Children with disabilities learn side-by-side with typically developing children in the preschool program. Infants and toddlers are provided with a stimulating, educational program.