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, 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

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

Celebrate Cartober

This October, turn your unwanted vehicle into an opportunity to make a difference! Through CARTOBER, you can donate a car, truck, boat, or RV to benefit The Arc of Essex County and help support programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It’s an easy way to give back while clearing out your driveway!

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Action Alert

Students with disabilities could soon face more delays and confusion when they need help at school. Students with disabilities are public education students first. Their education, rights, and futures belong in the Department of Education, not treated as patients or cases to be managed elsewhere.

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Residential Openings

For individuals seeking a community living placement, The Arc of Essex County has residential openings in Bloomfield, Newark, South Orange, and West Orange. If you are interested in pursuing independent living, contact Chief Program Officer Rebecca Lorusso at (973) 535-1181 ext. 1270.

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