Tributes are a beautiful way to acknowledge those you care for, and at the same time, help further The Arc’s mission. To purchase a tribute, please call Ann Burleigh at (973) 535-1181 ext. 1245 or visit our tribute page here. Tribute Donations (July to September 2025): In Memory of Davey OwensAl Lasso In Memory of Jimmie GaspariniJen Jacovini In Memory of Kathleen ConstantinoElizabeth CarrollJessica MurphyBridget HinchcliffeMaureen O’ConnorMary ZubickiMichael RaimondoKevin and Patricia MooreVictory and Leonard OrzechowskiJoAnne Mastropasqua In Memory of Ruth Bird and Arthur TannenbaumMarianne Ribley In Honor of Glennise Renae HillmanSherleen Hillman In Honor of The Arc Hotel Respite Program Participants and StaffJames Ruiz Supporters can host Facebook Fundraisers [...]

Hugo joined The Arc of Essex County’s West Caldwell Hub Day Program in 2024 and quickly became immersed in the social scene there. He especially enjoys trips to go bowling or play miniature golf, and learning artistic skills at Studio Arc, where he is particularly fond of painting with different colors. Hugo is also very active in The Arc’s Saturday Respite program and frequently takes part in Adult Recreation weekend activities. Some of his favorite events are Zumba, Summerfest at Camp Hope, Hip-Hop Class, and the Brunch Cruise. When asked who he enjoys hanging out with in Arc programs, he smiles [...]

When Therese Tomaiko was in her thirties, she went back to school to become a lawyer, and picked up overnight shifts at a group home so that she could study at night while earning an income. “While I was there, I totally fell in love with the population, and I just couldn’t NOT work with them,” she says. “I decided I was going to stay in the field of developmental disabilities.” Over the next 30 or so years, Therese worked her way up through the ranks at different agencies, from the overnight shift to manager to coordinator to supervisor to regional [...]

Sharing this important webinar update from The Arc of New Jersey: Webinar: Oral Health Care for Special Needs Populations This webinar will cover home care tips and helpful information regarding oral health and dental care for adults and children with disabilities. Learn about common oral health concerns, how to encourage good oral hygiene at home, and specific advice when visiting the dental office. Parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities are highly encouraged to attend! Thursday, October 9th, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm Register by clicking here. Speaker: Maria Czarniecki, DMD Dr. Maria Czarniecki is a dentist at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine Special Care Clinic in [...]

For individuals seeking a community living placement, The Arc of Essex County has the following October 2025 openings: NEW! Beechtree Group Home (1 Male Vacancy) Single-family style home in a quiet West Caldwell neighborhood 24/7 supervision Fully renovated in 2024 Spacious deck for outdoor time Care given based on individual needs NEW! Linden Apartment Program (1 Male Vacancy) 1 bedroom available in a 3-bedroom Supervised Apartment in Bloomfield 24/7 supervision Large two-family home Located near public transportation and within walking distance of beautiful parks, shopping, and restaurants Current roommates enjoy spending time pursuing their own interests such as reading, watching TV, being active, going on community outings, and through art and [...]