A Chapter of The Arc New York
The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence 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 Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence offers in Jefferson and St. Lawrence County, 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 Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence 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 Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence 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. More information about The Arc New York can be found HERE.
VISION
Be the premier provider of services for people with diverse needs through the continuum of life.
MISSION
Provide lifelong opportunities that enhance the lives of people, so that they may achieve their hopes and aspirations.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Values
Person Centered
We will provide unlimited opportunities and experiences to encourage individual growth and development in an environment that embraces choice, independence, and maximum potential.
Responsiveness
We will adapt to new, different and changing needs of those that we serve by being flexible and receptive to change.
Involvement
All persons will be involved in the community where they live, thereby enhancing their independence through work, belonging, and service to others.
Dignity
All persons will be treated with dignity and their human rights will be respected in a nurturing, safe, and healthy environment.
Excellence
We will continually challenge ourselves to improve both the quality of our organization and service delivery by pursuing excellence in standards, service, and technology.