What’s New At The ARC of Delaware!
Meet Life Coach X, Amelia Taylor
Meet Amelia Taylor, a Life Coach X at the day program, THRIVE. Amelia started working at Delarc in 2021 as a Life Coach III, working with individuals in a classroom setting. After her 6-month probationary period was over, she was encouraged by her supervisors to apply...
The Ultimate Back-To-School Guide for Families of Children With Disabilities
The excitement of a new school year is in the air! For parents of children with disabilities, this time brings unique challenges and opportunities. At The Arc, we know that proper preparation can make all the difference in your child's growth and success. Here are...
Understanding the Fight to Protect People With Intellectual Disability From Execution
The Arc of the United States, along with our partners, recently filed an amicus brief in a critical case before the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, Ex Parte Blaine Milam. This case highlights an ongoing issue in our criminal justice system: the unconstitutional...
Advocates Fight to Protect Texas Man With Intellectual Disability from Execution
In a new amicus brief, The Arc, Disability Rights Texas, and AAIDD urge Texas court to follow science, not stereotypes WASHINGTON, DC . In a critical death penalty case, The Arc of the United States, The Arc of Texas, Disability Rights Texas, and the American...
Paralympic Swimmer Lawrence Sapp: Defying Expectations About IDD
From an early age, Lawrence Sapp found his calling in swimming. His parents enrolled him on a summer swim team at just 5 years old, hoping it would help their son find his voice and a life-saving skill. Little did they know, swimming would become Lawrence's passion...
Talking with Speech-Language Pathologist- Sarah Goodson
Meet Sarah Goodson, Speech-Language Pathologist for The Arc of Delaware County. A SLP assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults. Sarah has been working at Delarc...
The Voice!20 Art Show
The Arc Otsego put together another art show for this years' The Voice!20, showcasing artwork from artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities from across New York. Thursday, July 11th, artists and friends gathered for the opening reception at SUNY...
Unlocking Dreams: The Power of Student Loan Forgiveness for People With Disabilities
Many see college as a path to a better life and unlocking their dreams. But student debt often stops this, especially for people with disabilities. A major reason is due to income. People with disabilities experience poverty more than double the rate of individuals...
The Home Depot Collaborates With Disability Community to Enhance Employment Access for Job Seekers With IDD
In an innovative partnership, The Home Depot has collaborated with leading disability rights organizations to remove barriers and improve job access for applicants with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The Home Depot worked closely with The Arc of...
Annual Membership Meeting & Awards Ceremony
June 22nd Delarc, family and friends gathered at SUNY Delhi for the Annual Membership Meeting and Awards Ceremony. The event kicked off with the installment of the newest board members and officers. Election of Slate of Nominees Officers 2024-2025 Term President -...