Isaiah has been with The Arc of Essex County since 2019, and last year moved from the Opportunity Zone to the new Bridges II Day Program that expands The Arc’s autism-focused programming for adults in day services. He also recently started attending After-Work.

Isaiah’s favorite activity is playing games with his peers on the Obie interactive table, though he also enjoys bowling and going out to eat chicken and rice during community lunch on Fridays.

He says he loves “school” (which is what he calls his day program), and has a lot of fun when he’s there. When asked about his family, Isaiah’s face lights up even brighter than the Obie table that he so enjoys.

Click here to learn more about The Arc of Essex County’s Adult Day Programs, or reach out to Kristina Olszewski at kolszewski@arcessex.org or 973-535-1181 ext. 1295. For additional information the After-Work Program, contact Dacia King-Sarkodie at dking@arcessex.org or 973-535-1181 ext. 1272.