Supporting people to live their lives to the fullest.
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We are New York State's premier advocacy organization for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Advocacy and Resource Center's mission is to provide various program options or services to persons with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities and their families. The agency has pursued its mission by providing programs to over 600 individuals with developmental disabilities each day. In providing these comprehensive programs to the disabled, the agency employs over 500 individuals, thus having a significant impact on the economy of the area.
The Advocacy and Resource Center will be recognized within the community as an outstanding service agency. Development of all individualized services will be based upon identified personal outcome measures and quality leadership standards.
The future we envision is one where all individuals supported are active within their community and accepted in all aspects of life. Each person’s quality of life will be enriched through personally meaningful activities, formation of sincere relationships and the pursuit and realization of dreams and goals. Individuals will be recognized for their abilities and contributions as a friend, companion, patron and member of the community.
We will be recognized by the community as a leading employer in the region. This will be accomplished by ensuring a well-trained and dedicated workforce, effective management practices and fiscal viability.
About The Arc New York
The Advocacy and Resource Center of Clinton County, is one of 35 local Chapters of The Arc New York, the largest provider of supports and services for people intellectual and developmental disabilities in New York state. In addition to the programs the Advocacy and Resource Center offers in Clinton County and surrounding counties, Chapters of The Arc New York collectively support more than 60,000 people with disabilities and their families in every county of the state, and employ more than 30,000 people in our shared mission to provide people with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities the ordinary and extraordinary opportunities of life.
As part of this larger statewide organization, the Advocacy and Resource Center is able to draw on a rich network of expertise and statewide resources to ensure the highest quality services for the people we serve, and to raise the unified voices our Chapter communities and nearly 100,000 members statewide to strengthen our advocacy efforts.
Founded by families more than 75 years ago, The Arc New York has driven transformation and progress in the lives of people with disabilities, fought and ended the abuses of institutionalization, and developed a robust system of community support that provides opportunity, dignity, and integration for people with disabilities. Together with the Advocacy and Resource Center and other Chapters across the state, The Arc New York continues to be an influential advocate for our system of care, and the rights and opportunities of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Our Services
Services and Programs at the Advocacy and Resource Center
Day Services
Structured activities and supports provided in natural settings or agency facilities to promote independence, inclusion, choice, self-esteem and skill development.
Residential Services
Residential Services are designed to enable individuals to live as independently as possible via opportunities received through residential living experiences.
Workforce Network
We provide a way for individuals to realize their goal of independence via competitive employment. Workforce Network encourages people to work within their communities and encourages work, social interaction, and integration.
Self-Directed Services
Self Directed Service is an option that empowers people with disabilities and their families to design and manage services based on their individual needs and goals.
Corporate Compliance Program
We are committed to establishing open lines of communication so that any employee or volunteer may feel comfortable in reporting any concerns they may have.
Eligibility for Services
To qualify for services, an individual must possess a diagnosis of a developmental and/or intellectual disability as defined by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). The onset of the disability must occur prior to the age of 22.
The Advocacy and Resource Center
We Care About Our Community
Connecticut Court Townhouses
Affordable Housing
Integrated living environment for people who are income as well as OPWDD eligible.
Individuals with ID/DD living in this housing development benefit from living a fully integrated life in a community with opportunities to develop close personal friendships/relationships, have a job, and recreational/ social opportunities.
Conveniently located, giving residents opportunity for easy access to the local community.
The ARC Vehicle Donation Program
Vehicle Donation Program
The Arc of the United States Car Donation Program accepts ALL vehicles, regardless of age and condition. We will take care of ALL the operational issues from responding to incoming calls, to setting up the towing, to providing the donor with all donor acknowledgment letters to include the IRS tax documentation. Please consider donating your vehicle.
Click for here for information about NYSARC Donation Program.
Call 1.877.272.2270
Serving the developmentally disabled of Clinton County New York
The ARC Foundation
The ARC Foundation is a not-for-profit public corporation, founded in 1999. The foundation was created in order to receive and administer funds for the primary benefit of the developmentally disabled of Clinton County New York.
The foundation is a separate entity from the Advocacy and Resource Center (Clinton County Chapter of NYSARC, Inc.). However, because the missions of the ARC Foundation and the Advocacy and Resource Center serve the same purpose, the Advocacy and Resource Center may directly benefit from contributions made by the Foundation.
The ARChives
The ARChives blog is your go-to destination for stories, updates, and insights from the Advocacy and Resource Center. Whether we’re spotlighting the amazing people we support, sharing important updates, or exploring topics that matter to our community, ARChives is here to keep you informed and inspired. Follow along to learn more about our programs, events, and the incredible individuals who make up our vibrant community!
