The Arc of Essex County is grateful to announce the recent awarding of two grants that will support adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Arc programs. The PSEG Foundation granted $10,000 to The Arc for Studio Arc STEAM classes. Classes are for children and adults and are slated to begin in January 2025. The Novartis US Foundation granted $4,000 toward the monthly service fees for telemedicine in The Arc’s group homes. The Arc thanks both the PSEG Foundation and the Novartis US Foundation for their generous contributions to our programs.

For individuals seeking a community living placement, The Arc of Essex County has the following November 2024 openings: Ashwood (NEW!) (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 Beacon (1 Male vacancy) Single-family home on a quiet, dead-end street in Livingston 24/7 supervision Barrier-free home for wheelchair accessibility Located near shopping and dining 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, [...]