March featured a variety of activities and events for The Arc of Essex County’s adult recreation participants. The Opportunity Zone in Maplewood was transformed into a New Orleans Mardi Gras scene, as the group enjoyed pancakes with their favorite toppings, fried chicken, and cupcakes that they made and decorated themselves. They also had fun making Mardi Gras themed masks while they chatted and spent time together. In preparation for St. Patrick’s Day, participants again met at the Opportunity Zone, where they played games, made shamrock wreaths, and feasted on sloppy joes and corn beef and pastrami sandwiches. A spring Sip & Paint event [...]
Read MoreThe Arc of Essex County is pleased to announce that the Orange Orphan Society has generously granted $10,000 toward Camp Hope fee assistance for children residing in Maplewood and the Oranges, and an additional $5,559 for new camp equipment. Located in East Hanover, N.J., Camp Hope welcomes individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities during the summer season. The Wallerstein Foundation for Geriatric Life Improvement granted The Arc of Essex County $20,000 to be used for the Nutley Group Home bathroom renovation project. We thank the Orange Orphan Society and the Wallerstein Foundation for Geriatric Life Improvement for their generous contributions to support [...]
Read MoreThe Arc of Essex County’s day programs were busy with fun activities in March. At SYA in in Nutley, participants continued on their quest to become virtual citizens of the world, most recently focusing on Australia. One of the lessons was that Australia celebrates Harmony Day on March 21, which recognizes the diversity of the country. To commemorate Harmony Day at SYA, the consumers created artwork that represents the countries that they or their ancestors are from. The slogan of Harmony Day is “Everyone Belongs” and that is most definitely true at SYA, where Ghana, Italy, Ireland, Puerto Rico, England, Germany, [...]
Read MoreOne of The Arc of Essex County’s Community-Based Supports participants, Danny, as well as Life Management participant Adotheus, enjoyed an afternoon discussing nutrition and healthy food options. They both prepared a tossed salad with grilled chicken and talked about the proper way to handle and use a knife. Community-Based Support is an individual program that supports individual strengths and encourages independence while teaching life skills. To learn more about The Arc of Essex County’s day service offerings for adult consumers, click here.
Read MoreCamp Hope is preparing for the 2022 summer season with new merchandise! A quarter-zip pullover, blue long-sleeve tees, and both white and blue camp baseball hats are now part of the Camp Hope store, and can be purchased here. White tees, hoodie sweatshirts, cinch bags, and water bottles continue to be available, allowing campers and their loved ones to display camp pride wherever they go. This year’s fun-filled camp season will start on July 5 and run for seven weeks, through August 19. Registration is still open, visit www.ArcCampHope.com for more information. Job opportunities, including for camp counselors, lifeguards, and camp nurse [...]
Read MoreAfter two years as a virtual event, The Arc of Essex County is thrilled to once again welcome the community in person to its 24th Annual Building Tomorrows 5K Run and Family Walk on Saturday, April 9 at the Clipper Pavilion in West Orange. The inclusive event will feature a scenic 5K race, followed by a fundraising walk and family-friendly entertainment. All proceeds will directly benefit children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. The venue, within the South Mountain Recreation Complex, features free, convenient parking as well as a flat, scenic course for runners and walkers. Event [...]
Read MoreThe Arc has a variety of resources for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Here, we provide a monthly roundup of the virtual options available to The Arc community throughout the month: The Arc of Essex County Game Day (March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 3 p.m.)The Arc of Essex County Book Buddies (March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 3 p.m.)The Arc of Essex County Mystery Movies (March 7, 14, 21, 28 at 3 p.m.) The Arc of New Jersey webinar: “Preparing Individuals With Disabilities For A Dental Visit”English: March 15 6 p.m.Spanish: March 22 [...]
Read MoreThe New Jersey Children's System of Care, which serves children and youth up to age 21, is now accepting requests from families for financial assistance toward the 2022 summer camp session. Completed applications for both Financial Support toward Summer Camp Tuition and One-to-One Aide Services for Summer Camp must be postmarked or received by PerformCare no later than Thursday, June 30, 2022. For more information about CSOC Summer Camp Services, please visit www.performcarenj.org/SummerCamp. If you have any questions, you may email us at camphope@arcessex.org.
Read MoreFor individuals seeking a community living placement, The Arc of Essex County has the following March 2022 openings: Verona Supervised Apartment (1 Male Vacancy) 1 Bedroom Available in a 3-Bedroom Supervised Apartment24/7 Staff SupervisionLarge 2 Family Home with Great Front PorchLocated near public transportation and within walking distance of Verona's downtown shopping & restaurants and the beautiful Verona ParkCurrent roommates are males ranging in age from early 20’s to late 40’s. They enjoy spending time pursuing their own interests such as reading, watching TV, being active, socializing with friends, and occasionally participating in community activities as a group. Belmont Group Home (1 male [...]
Read MoreThe 24th Annual Building Tomorrows 5K Run/Walk is just a few weeks away on Saturday, April 9! Register today at www.RunOrWalk.org and join the fun at The Clipper Pavilion within the South Mountain Recreation Complex in West Orange. The Arc of Essex County thanks sponsors PSEG, William H. Connolly & Co. Insurance and Risk Management, Bogush Plumbing Heating & Cooling, NJM Insurance Group, Bird Pharma Consulting LLC, Benefit Management Solutions, and Station MD. With the generous support of our sponsors, our registered participants, and our donors, this event will help the lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities [...]
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