In September, The Arc of Essex County’s Hotel Respite group enjoyed an interactive “Paint by the Pond” at Warinanco Park in Roselle. As part of the weekend activities, participants viewed several installations by a local artist and, with his direction, painted their very own miniature houses, which they got to take home with them. The group stayed at Piscataway Embassy Suites Hotel from September 23 to 25.

The Hotel Respite program gives caregivers and families a break while giving Arc consumers the opportunity to enjoy community inclusion with their peers. Participants enjoy going out for lunches and dinners at local popular restaurants as well as buffet breakfasts at the hotel. At the hotel they can also use the amenities such as pool and gym.

Upcoming dates for Hotel Respite include October 14-16, November 18 -20, and December 9-11.

For additional information regarding The Arc of Essex County’s Hotel Overnight Respite program, contact Assistant Director of Community Services Candes Reid at creid@arcessex.org or (973) 535-1181 ext. 1247.