Each month, self-advocates at Delarc raise money for a cause of their choice for "Change-it-up Friday." March's donations went to Jazlyn Kelly and her family to help with the costs associated with Jazzy's courageous battle with a rare childhood cancer. In addition to...
Delarc held another impactful Advocacy Day last Friday, March 21st. The day began with a group of Delarc staff and self-advocates departing Hamden at 7 am for a rally at the NYS Fairgrounds in Syracuse, where they joined advocates from Arc Chapters across Central NY. ...
Friday, March 7th, was a busy day at Delarc. It was the first of two Advocacy Days for Delarc happening this month. Self-advocates, staff, family and friends participated in two separate one-click campaigns. One campaign was sent to Congress advocating to protect...
Delarc hosted a workshop this past Saturday for the high school students participating in its FwdBound Internship Program. The workshop was fun and interactive. Interns had an opportunity to give creative input on initiatives that are currently underway at Delarc, put...
Meet Erin Balcom, Delarc's Accessibility Coordinator. This is Erin’s first year as Accessibility Coordinator, a position she created. Before her current role, Erin proudly served as Vice President of Delarc's Self-Advocacy Committee for the 2023-24 term. Erin uses a...
It was a fun festive time at Delarc's 4th quarter staff meeting on Friday, December 20th! Staff gathered at our Hamden location adorned with ugly sweaters and festive wear. This time together allows staff to participate in team-building activities and meet coworkers...
“I can’t believe it has been 45 years, to be very truthful. I think, where has the time gone?” Beverly Tuthill stated while reflecting on her time working at The Arc of Delaware County. Beverly Tuthill, who goes by Miss Honey-Bee, a nickname her grandmother gave her,...
Delarc has been spreading kindness throughout November by making and sharing gifts of appreciation to local businesses and groups. This allows us to give back to the organizations who support us year-round. "Kindness is a gift everyone can afford to give"-Unknown....
The Arc of Delaware County, a not-for-profit organization supporting people with disabilities in Delaware County was awarded $26,883 in grants this year from the Trustee Management Board of NYSARC Trust Services to support its guardianship and recreation programs. ...
Delarc teamed up with the Walton First Baptist church for another exciting free community event, the Fall Dance! Flame the band rocked the afternoon away, playing a mixture of holiday music and rock-n-roll! There were light refreshments, artwork from Studio 190 for...