SPEAK OUT! CELEBRATION

On Thursday, July 16, 2020, we held our annual Speak Out! celebration virtually to keep everyone healthy and safe.  The virtual presentation was filled with inspirational stories, little ditties to make us think about whether or not we are really living, and some music at the end to shake it all up!

REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE DEPARTMENT NEWS

July 23, 2020… … The Representative Payee Department continues to work hard through these uncertain times to make sure that all Consumers are being taken care of.  While the State of Pennsylvania and Dauphin County struggle with an increase in COVID-19 cases, we ask that all communication continue to be handled remotely either by telehone, fax, email or snail mail. The safety of everyone is so important! Please employ safe and healthy practices in the war against COVID-19 so that we all make it to the other side. We will see you then!

ADVOCACY

One Step at a Time Our Advocacy Program provides direct advocacy support to individuals at any age struggling with systemic hurdles. Our Advocates help consumers navigate through service systems such as education, developmental programs, federal funding streams, medical assistance, legal assistance, housing, transportation, social security, trusts, wills, and community supports and resources.

ARC ADVANCE

Pre-Employment Transition Services Pre-Employment Transition Services are designed and tailored to meeting the transition service needs of students with disabilities, ages 14-21. This innovative approach to obtaining pre-employment transition services is made possible through partnership with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. The Arc of Dauphin County collaborates with school districts, community partners, and local businesses who support an inclusive workplace by providing opportunities for students with disabilities.

COMMUNITY LIFE

Socialization and Community Integration The Arc of Dauphin County offer services and activities that provide consumers with opportunities for socialization and community integration, while promoting individual choice. We participate in, and organize events that help to create awareness and bring the community and consumers closer together.

COMPUTER SKILLS TRAINING

Robust Learning Our Computer Skills Training is not your usual computer training program. Here, we focus on the fundamental basics needed to navigate and use computers. Acquiring these fundamental skills provides consumers with a base for: • Employability • Prep for higher education • Independence • More ongoing training

REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE PROGRAM

Helping The Community Our Representative Payee program provides peace of mind in knowing that financial responsibilities are being addressed and handled timely and expertly.

RESPITE SERVICES Re-open Friday, 7/24

Retreat/Vacation from Daily Routines Our Respite Service provides caregivers a short-term break to relieve stress, restore energy, and promote life balance. It also provides those with I/DD a much needed retreat or vacation from daily routines, allowing for socialization with peers, and including activities in the community.

PARTNER WITH US ON OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Help Us Soar This is one of the simplest ways to help out our cause. We believe the best way for our initiatives to be successful is for the community to actively get involved. Being on our Board gives you a voice and helps us with ours. Get in touch with any questions about how you can Partner with Us today.

VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME

Show Your Support Want to join our efforts but not sure where to start? Volunteer Your Time and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to lend your support. It’s a great way to contribute to our cause, and every little bit counts towards paving the path for a better tomorrow. Get in touch with us today for more details about how you can help.

MAKE A DONATION

Help Make a Real Change Our organization always appreciates the generosity and involvement of people like you, with every contribution going towards making The Arc of Dauphin County an even better Non-Profit Organization than it already is. We want to provide you with the correct and appropriate information pertaining to your mode of support, so don’t hesitate to contact us with your questions.