Expect More

The service provider of choice for individuals with IDD, their families and community, we welcome the opportunity to show you that when it comes to your provider you should expect more. Everyone deserves the best, and we deliver on that expectation each and every day.

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1500

Our Impact

40+

Programs & Services
For Children & Adults

Years Serving
Northern New Jersey

Individuals and Families
Served Annually

What We Do

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Children's Services

Our caring staff are ready to guide you from the moment of diagnosis. Early intervention, education, respite, recreation, and transition services are all at your disposal.

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A summer day camp experience for children and adults, where anything is possible. Fill your day with swimming, basketball, arts & crafts, science exploration, and so much more.

Robust offerings are available to suit your interests and needs. Group & individual respite, day hab, pre-vocational training, and recreation, as well as specialized and wrap-around services, can help you reach your goals.

Experience the independence of residential living. We offer a variety of placements with supports ranging from 24-hour supervised care to supervised living.

Camp Hope

Day Services

Residential Services

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It truly takes a village and The Arc of Essex County is part of our village. If it wasn't for The Arc, Taz wouldn't have come as far as she has. Without The Arc, I don't know where I'd be. -Tamika Agosto

A Letter from our Former CEO

After 47 years with The Arc of Essex County, Linda C. Lucas stepped down as CEO, effective November 1, 2025. Read her letter to The Arc community.

Read Linda's Letter

Action Alert

Food isn’t optional; it’s survival. For millions of people, including people with disabilities, food assistance means the difference between a full pantry and an empty one. Take action to encourage Congress to act immediately.

Take Action

Residential Openings

For individuals seeking a community living placement, The Arc of Essex County has residential openings in Bloomfield, West Caldwell, and South Orange. If you are interested in pursuing independent living, contact The Arc’s Senior Director of Residential Services, Rebecca Lorusso via email at (973) 535-1181 ext. 1270.

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