The Arc of Essex County is grateful to announce the recent awarding of three grants that will support adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Arc programs. The Flagstar Foundation granted $25,000 toward the hiring of an additional instructor at Studio Arc. The NJSGA Youth Foundation granted $14,000 to Camp Hope for the continuation of an adaptive sports specialist as well as general camp support. The Jacob and Eugenie Bucky Memorial Foundation Inc. granted $6,000 toward The Arc’s Camp Hope fee assistance program for the 2025 season. And the Glen Ridge Community Fund granted $4,000 in support of Glen Ridge residents attending [...]

It is with great sadness that The Arc of Essex County announces the passing of our good friend George Seals. George had been with The Arc since 2008, spending a lot of his years at Avenues, and then SYA.  George lived every day to the fullest, he enjoyed all the special events that SYA offered, and was kind to everyone he met. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. If you would like to make a donation to The Arc of Essex County in George’s memory, please visit our tribute donation page.  Please note that your donation is in memory of [...]

For individuals seeking a community living placement, The Arc of Essex County has the following January 2025 openings: Ashwood (1 Male or Female vacancy) Single-family group home on a residential street in Livingston 24/7 supervision Within walking distance of parks and outdoor spaces Active and social group of residents who enjoy outings together as well as parties and activities at home Belleville Group Home (2 Male vacancies) Two-family supervised apartment on quiet dead-end street 24/7 supervision Located near Branch Brook Park and other outdoor spaces Residents enjoy activities together, including trips to area destinations as well as picnics on their spacious deck Washington Avenue Residence (1 Male vacancy) Single-family style group home [...]