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THE ARC JEFFERSON – ST. LAWRENCE FEDERAL CONTRACT STAFF HONORED

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence (www.thearcjslc.org) announced that federal contract custodial staff at the two separate sites were honored with the Commendable Service Award from the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). This distinguished award was presented in recognition of the work done during the pandemic at the Robert C. McEwen Ogdensburg Custom House and Massena Land Port of Entry. These federal contracts employ people with disabilities though the SourceAmerica, AbilityOne Program.

Transportation

In addition to operating the County's public transportation system, The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence offers regular transportation for individuals who attend our programs and services.
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Jefferson County
St. Lawrence County

Supported Employment

Supported Employment, Career Connections, and Opportunities provide community based employment service for adults 18 and older with a documented disability. Individuals with disabilities are placed within an industrial/business community setting with the goal of initiating and sustaining paid competitive employment.
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Jefferson County
St. Lawrence County

Dodge Pond

The facility provides year-round recreation options. A summer program provides vacations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. All services located in an Adirondack-style lodge with a complete dining hall and overnight accommodations.
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St. Lawrence County

Day Services

Our day habs offer activities that promote individual goals. Services encourage self direction, independence, and life-long educational opportunities designed to suit the interests of the person and their support team.
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Jefferson County
St. Lawrence County

Community Prevocational Services

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence’s Community Prevocational Services assist participants in developing employment readiness skills in an integrated community work setting. Participants will be taught about work experiences through volunteer efforts. Community Prevocational Services help to prepare participants to work by teaching the skills needed to be successful in a community work environment. Staff provide lessons and teach skills needed to build on a person’s strong points and assist with developing the abilities needed to pursue work in the future.
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Jefferson County
St. Lawrence County

Community Habilitation

Community Habilitation Services are designed to promote independence and community integration by offering skills, training and other habilitation supports in non-certified community settings. Supports are started from our homes for those currently residing in our residential program. This offers a person-centered approach for those people retired from other day programs or for those who choose unique services with 1:1-1:3 staffing.
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Jefferson County
St. Lawrence County

Community Arts

Community Arts programs offer creative, social, and recreational opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Jefferson County
St. Lawrence County