The Arc of Monroe has been providing a variety of programs and services for over 1,700 individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families in the Rochester community for 60 years. The Arc works to enhance the quality of life and self-esteem of individuals in our programs, providing them with meaningful social development, supported employment, residential community living and enrichment opportunities. The Arc is funded in part by the NYS Office of for People with Developmental Disabilities. The Arc also receives funding from VESID (Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities). The Arc of Monroe has 40 locations in Monroe County that assist individuals with intellectual and/or other developmental disabilities that include Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Asperger Syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorders among others. A wide array of services are offered through the Arc for individuals with intellectual and/or other developmental disabilities such as independent living opportunities in our group homes and residences, volunteer opportunities in the community,unique and creative individualized day services programs, job training is offered through our ArcWorks facility and placement through our Job Path Program. The Arc Foundation of Monroe raises and manages funds to enhance the quality of life for program participants of The Arc of Monroe County. A variety of important enjoyable fundraising efforts provides financial support for programs vital to The Arc’s social, recreational and organizational activities. At The Arc of Monroe, we are proud of our history of helping others, but we are just as proud of our commitment to the future, ensuring that people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families will continue to be offered the highest quality, most innovating programs and services available.
External link for The Arc of Monroe
2060 Brighton Henrietta Townline Rd
Rochester, NY 14623, US
Last week, local comedian, magician, and former Dancing with The Arc contestant Sky Sands put on a magic show for those attending Ballantyne Day Services. He made cards appear, multiple pieces of dental floss into a single piece, a balloon poodle for his former dance partner, Gina, and mind-boggled us all!
Join us for A Toast to The Arc, The Arc of Monroe's signature gala, on Friday, October 25! Don't miss this dazzling celebration as we Toast to The Arc of Monroe! ✨ Enjoy an unforgettable night at the stunning Harro East Ballroom, honoring our extraordinary supporters and partners. 🍽️ Savor delicious food, an open bar, and a signature cocktail! 🎨 Witness Rochester Artist Lorraine Staunch create a live painting to be auctioned off! 🕺 Dance the night away to The Skycoasters! 🎟️ Get your tickets and sponsorships now: event.gives/2024toast
The Arc of Monroe’s Ballantyne Day Services is July’s featured Department of the Month! Ballantyne is specifically designed to support the needs of aging adults, including those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. The team there provides engaging activities like horticulture, fitness, and music classes. We are grateful for all this team does for people who attend their day program!
Recreation & Respite's bowling group wrapped up its season this past Saturday with a special tribute to one of their own: Noah Kaforey. Noah passed away earlier this year and was lovingly celebrated at Bowl-A-Roll Lanes with commemorative LEGO trophies made specially for The Arc by The BrickLab. Noah loved Legos, and his parents, Ray and Lisa, were on-hand to present the awards in honor of Noah to the bowlers. Everyone in the bowling group got a mini trophy, while Edward was given the “Enthusiastic Bowling” award.
It was a beautiful Sunday in Fairport to celebrate the 2024 Steel Rail Revival! We were honored to be the co-beneficiary of this year’s event, along with the Pirate Toy Fund. It was a day full of love, camaraderie and amazing music! And the CAC Rhapsodies brought the house down at Country Roads to round out the evening! A huge thanks to all the musicians, volunteers, the entire Steel Rail committee, and to our friend, Steve Bartolotta Music, for his enormous heart. (It’s as big as his talent!)
Happy birthday Holly! Lambert Day Services got a sweet surprise last Friday as Holly Fisher’s family brought an ice cream truck from 9-Cone-Cone to Lambert for Holly and all her friends to celebrate her birthday. Spikes from the Rochester Red Wings even came to wish her a very happy birthday!
We welcomed five new employees this week – some of them will begin at our residential locations while others will start their new jobs at ArcWorks! To be part of our next group, check out our openings here: https://lnkd.in/dQeiURf
Want a free wristband to see any of the 80 acts on the 11 stages at this year’s Steel Rail Revival? Sign up to volunteer for a Sunday shift, and then use your free wristband to rock all over Fairport for this year’s event, happening Sunday, July 21 from 11 am to 10:30 pm! Sign up here today! https://lnkd.in/eKFirCpd And don’t miss CAC Rhapsodies hitting the stage at Country Roads at 7:30 pm!
Membership Matters! ✔️ Joining The Arc of Monroe can significantly bolster the agency's public awareness and advocacy efforts. Each new member adds to the overall count of supporters, demonstrating a strong backing for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This increased support can amplify The Arc's influence on local and state legislators, helping to shape policies and decisions that promote the well-being and fulfillment of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those people whose chosen profession is to support them. It costs nothing to become a member and support our mission. Become a member today! https://lnkd.in/esdufHjp