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.

1500

Our Impact

40+

Programs & Services
For Children & Adults

Years Serving
Northern New Jersey

Individuals and Families
Served Annually

What We Do

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, 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

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

2022 Spring Appeal

Camp Hope has been a lifeline for so many of our families, bringing consistency, community, and fun to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sadly, obstacles remained for some families who were unable to attend camp because of a lack of accessible transportation for their loved ones. As we prepare for the summer of 2022, we are excited to serve many more campers, expanding our enrollment by 45% over last year. We are determined to remove the transportation barrier for those families who lacked access in the past. Help us connect campers to the summer of their dreams.

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No one should have to choose between love and access to crucial benefits

Everyone should have the right to marry the person they love. But for many people with disabilities, getting married can mean losing access to critical benefits. The reason behind this? “Marriage penalties” that can lead to cuts in benefits and limit savings for married people with disabilities who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and other Social Security benefits. The good news is momentum is building in Congress to change these unfair rules—and we have the power to make a difference.

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Camp Hope is Hiring!

The Arc of Essex County is hiring paid staff and seeking volunteer “counselors in training” for the summer of 2022 at Camp Hope, a six-acre summer day camp located in East Hanover for children and adults with autism, Down syndrome, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Paid positions include lifeguard, camp counselor, 1:1 behavioral counselor, and activity specialists, and require a full seven-week commitment. Volunteer “counselor in training” positions participate in all activities involving campers. Apply today!

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