We would like to express our gratitude for the NYSARC Trust Services 2018 grants, which provide funds for guardianship and recreation programs.   NYSARC Trust Services administers supplemental needs trusts (SNT)  can dramatically impact the lives of people we support while enabling individuals to maintain eligibility for public benefit programs (i.e. Medicaid and SSI). These […]

Earlier this week, The Arc’s National office released the following statement in response to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) announcement that it intends to ban the use of an electric shock device called Gradual Electronic Decelerator or GED. These devices are used with residents of the Judge Rotenberg Center (JRC), an institution in Massachusetts […]

“Our Place” is an Adult Enrichment Center offering an array of activities & programs for seniors and other community members. The senior program is open Wednesdays from noon to 3 pm at The Saint James Church,  55 Lake Delaware Dr, Delhi, NY 13753 Henry Kamp was more than happy to respond to an invitation to […]

Here at The Arc of Delaware County, our focus is person-centered. It’s not just about reaching optimum potential, it’s also about helping to create fulfilling lives, lives of dignity and joy. We hope you enjoy one such experience for Edson Jones written by Jessica Baldi.   ***   Edson Jones has dreamt of flying in […]

The Arc’s RFI program in Walton was the place to be last Friday evening!  Well over 100 youth turned out for the mysterious, magical ‘Alice in Wonderland’ themed Halloween Holiday Hoopla.   This has become an annual tradition that families in the community look forward to each year.  Some highlights of the evening were the fun […]

  Great minds think alike and toward the end of the summer we were approached by many with the same request, let’s have a party!   So party time it is! We are having a holiday dance party on: Saturday, December 1  12 – 3 pm at The First Baptist Church 55 Townsend Street Walton, […]

The Arc NY held their Annual Board of Governor’s Meeting in October, and talented artists from The Arc of Delaware County showed off their artistic talent.  Various artists entered the Art Show with beautiful paintings that garnered the nicest compliments. Studio 190 had a booth showcasing Unity Blooms of different sizes, and photography that could […]

        We are so excited to share the great news of the latest collaborative effort with our community! The Arc of Delaware County has recently begun partnering with the dedicated volunteers at the Walton food pantry to coordinate its operations!   When we heard the news that John and Linda Clark were […]

Let’s be inspired by The Arc’s Catalyst Award winners! Three cheers for all of us who are supporting people to personally fulfilled lives and inclusivity! Can you be inspired to make a difference today? *************************************** On November 9, The Arc will present the prestigious Catalyst Awards to six honorees, all of whom have made extraordinary […]

  DSP’s Have a Great Impact We had a great time celebrating DSP (Direct Support Professional) week here at The Arc of Delaware County! Each day of the week was filled with sharing little surprises for the entire staff, agency-wide.  We were sure to capture bright, beautiful smiling faces and hope you enjoy the pictures […]