What is this:
To advocate, provide opportunities and supports necessary for all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be accepted and valued as citizens of the communities in which they choose to live, learn, work and play.
The MISSION STATEMENT
How many Training Centers does the Arc Ocean have?
Six - NorthBay, Community Connections, Journeys & Discovery, LATC, Tuckerton ATC, the AEC
Laura Williams
What is a small residence in the community with (6) or less individuals who live together with 24-hour supervision called?
A Group Home
Which Vocational Program started selling lunches to staff to mimic a small business in 2024?
The Journeys & Discovery Program
Which Arc fundraiser was started in the year 2000?
The Step Up for the Arc Walk-A-Thon
What is the Arc, Ocean County Chapter Program where small groups of participants enjoy Movie Nights, Theatre Shows, Sports Events, and much more in the community where they work and play.
Recreation Services - SMILES Trips
Who is the Wellness Coordinator who provides adaptive fitness classes and nutrition groups to our individuals?
Monica Godin
What is - 1-3 bedroom living space with 1-3 individuals who prefer living in a small group setting. Supervision is provided based on the needs of the individuals sharing the space.
Supervised Living Apartments
This Program provides supports to individuals in a group employment setting to maximize potential and teach appropriate work skills and behaviors. Some job tasks include assembly, commercial cleaning, shredding, sorting, labeling, packaging, and more.
The Arc Employment Center (AEC)
When was the Arc, Ocean County Chapter established?
1955
How many counties does the Arc Ocean Support Coordination provide services to?
Four Counties - Monmouth, Atlantic, Burlington, Middlesex
Who do you call when you're having technological difficulties?
Tracie Hill - Director, Information Technology
What decade was Silverton, Burrsville, and Twin Lakes established?
1980s
This ATC is located in Toms River and started in 2013. Which Program am I?
NorthBay
What town did the Brick ATC move to in 2020?
Lakewood
For the 2022 Step-Up for the Arc, how much money was raised?
$70,000
Who was the employee of the month AUGUST 2024?
Brian Campbell - Payroll Specialist
What year did Anchor and Powderhorn open?
1988
This program supports both high school and college students transitioning into independent living and career development, offering both classroom instruction and community-based, career-focused employment experiences.
The EDGE Program
Who started the Arc, Ocean County Chapter?
Parents of children with developmental disabilities
*At this time, little was known about the condition and causes of intellectual disability and there were virtually no programs in communities to support families. Parents and other concerned citizens joined together to act as a voice for change and so began The Arc's journey*
The agency is closed for how many paid holidays?
10 days
Who is the President of the Arc, Ocean County Chapter Board?
Annette Vicari-Appleheimer
About how many individuals does the Arc Ocean Residential Program support?
Over 160 individuals
This Program provides services for individuals to acquire the skills necessary to obtain and maintain competitive employment within the community.
Arc Employment Supports Program