The Arc Greater Hudson Valley NY

Happy Halloween! 🎃👻

Our National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Breakfast was a success! Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event special. We had the honor of recognizing some amazing organizations that partner with us through our supported employment program. 🏆 Achieve with Us Award: Gregory Procopis, Sugar & Spice Cafe 🏆 Empowerment Award: Price Chopper Corporation 🏆 Bridge to Employment Award: Carmen Thomas, Jewish Family Services of Orange County A big shoutout to our wonderful corporate sponsors— William A. Smith & Son, Inc., Hudson Regional LTC Pharmacy, and Resorts World Catskills Thank you to our community sponsors— Mark J. Metzger, Esq and Wallkill Valley Federal Savings and Loan Together, we’re making strides toward inclusion in the workplace. #InclusionWorks

Wishing all who observe a peaceful Yom Kippur!

Shoutout to Dunkin Donuts on Rt. 55 in LaGrangeville for their awesome donation! Everyone in our LaGrange and Patrick Lane buildings enjoyed delicious breakfast treats as we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

For the second year in a row, we won Best of Hudson Valley Magazine award in the assisted living category. Special thanks to all who voted for us and all who stopped by our table last night at the awards party. It was a great night!

Lori Smith a DSP at Campbell Hall, was awarded the 'You Help Me Shine' award presented by members of the Tall Timbers self-advocacy group! Lori was recognized because "She creates fun activities for us to engage in, always willing to help wherever needed, assists us with developing our money skills, guides us as we learn to read, teaches us how to do laundry, and so many other goals. She always talks nice to us and makes us smile." Thank you for all you do Lori, your dedication does not go unnoticed!

This summer, Think Ahead students had a great time with hands-on learning and community fun! They visited a farm weekly, where they learned to groom horses and collect eggs from chickens. They also explored history with the archivist at the Poughkeepsie Library, checking out a 1600’s Dutch Bible, and enjoyed a tour of the city’s outdoor art, including a mural of a bald eagle! In the classroom, they worked on problem-solving skills and learned how to handle disputes like pros. What a great summer!

In honor of National Direct Support Professional Week, we have a special message from our Executive Director, Regina McKenny-Snead to kick off the week! Throughout this week, we will be highlighting DSPs within our organization. Keep an eye out for these posts!

Happy DSP Week! Shoutout to our amazing Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)! Your dedication and hard work make a difference in the lives of the individuals we support. Thank you for your compassion, patience, and professionalism – it doesn’t go unnoticed! We’re so grateful for everything you do.

We would like to extend special thanks to our Foundation Board and to everyone who supported our raffle! The Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival was a great success, it was great to be in the community and experience the Balloon Festival. Happy 75th Anniversary The Arc Greater Hudson Valley!