People’s Arc is on the SEARCH!
People’s Arc is on the SEARCH for people in the I/DD community who are interested in vocational opportunities through The Project SEARCH Transition-to-work Program! Program details include: Work closely with job coaches and mentors from a partnering business Be guided through an internship process Learn valuable skills Navigate workplace dynamics Prepare
The People’s Arc of Suffolk and Rise Life Services Host “SHARK TANK SHOWDOWN” Fundraising Event at LI Aquarium in Riverhead
Click here for the official Shark Tank Showdown 2025 Photo album! People’s Arc of Suffolk and Rise Life Services co-hosted their Shark Tank Showdown fundraiser on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, with six fundraisers taking a dive into the shark tank at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead, to raise funds for both
Reflecting on Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: “We Are Here All Year”
March marks a time for reflection, awareness, and action as we come together to celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. For those of us working within the nonprofit sector, particularly in organizations that provide services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), this month holds special meaning. It’s a reminder
Employee Appreciation Week Highlight on The Behavioral Health Team
We have a dedicated Employee Appreciation Committee who spends time meeting to plan activities and events for People’s Arc staff to participate in. This year, the group decided to celebrate employee appreciation differently by dedicating each week to a particular team or department within the agency. “The Employee Appreciation Committee
Long Island Real Estate Group Sponsored Project: Newly Renovated Kitchen at Dix Hills Residence
$25k donated by the Long Island Real Estate Group People’s Arc of Suffolk hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 26, 2025 to celebrate the renovation of the kitchen at their Dix Hills Residence, which will enhance the daily lives of the intellectually and developmentally disabled residents who live there, offering
World Down Syndrome Day: March 21st
Did you know? The 21st day of March was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication of the 21st chromosome which causes Down Syndrome. Every year on March 21, World Down Syndrome Day is observed to create awareness about Down Syndrome. In honor of world Down Syndrome Day we used social
People’s Arc Of Suffolk To Be Honored As 2025 “CHAMPION OF DIVERSITY”
Northport, NY (Mar 19, 2025) – People’s Arc of Suffolk was recently cited by Suffolk County Legislator Stephanie Bontempi as the 2025 “Champions of Diversity” for the 18th Legislative District, for its new and innovative Performing Arts Center located in Northport, NY. This accolade celebrates the center’s unwavering commitment to promoting diversity,
The People’s Arc of Suffolk Community Advocates Against Medicaid Cuts At Local Hauppauge Rally
We are rallying together with our peers to be heard and to oppose any cuts to Medicaid funding! The people we support and their families rely on Medicaid funding for critical services and cuts of any kind will be potentially devastating. This is a real threat and we plan to
Collaborations and Possibilities are Endless! Book a Tour TODAY!
We are excited to highlight a recent visit from Ray Negron and Nick Singh. Ray is known for being a Best-Selling Author, NY Yankees Executive, Producer and Inspirational Speaker. Nick Singh is a content creator and the founder of The Nick Singh Foundation! Thank you to Ray and Nick for
PEOPLE’S ARC OF SUFFOLK, AWARDED $108,121 IN GRANTS FROM NYSARC TRUST SERVICES
People’s Arc of Suffolk, formerly AHRC Suffolk has been awarded $108,121 in grands from NYSARC Trust Services to support guardianship and new recreational opportunities for people with disabilities in Suffolk County. BOHEMIA, NY – December 11, 2024 – People’s Arc of Suffolk, formerly AHRC Suffolk, a not-for-profit organization supporting people
