
Staff Appreciation: Teacher Highlight
Celebrating Our Everyday Classroom Heroes: Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! At Educare, our classrooms are filled with more than just books, crayons, and lesson plans — they are filled with heart,

Staff Appreciation Highlight: Nursing
Celebrating Our Compassionate Caregivers: Nurse Appreciation Week at People’s Arc of Suffolk At People’s Arc of Suffolk, our nurses are more than healthcare providers — they are advocates, caregivers, mentors,

Vocational Program Highlight: SEMP Testimonial: Kyle & Home Depot
We are excited to highlight a Supported Employment Success (SEMP) Story featuring Kyle and our partners at Home Depot. “Here at store 1282, we are proud to have Kyle on

The Spring 2025 Showcase at the Performing Arts Center
In October of 2024, People’s Arc of Suffolk proudly opened the doors to its innovative Performing Arts Center in Northport, NY. This program was designed with a singular vision: to

How Sensory Rooms Empower People Supported at People’s Arc of Suffolk
One of the most impactful tools that Occupational Therapists use are our therapeutic multisensory rooms. 🌈 What Are Sensory Rooms? Sensory rooms are thoughtfully designed environments that offer calming or

2025 Employee Appreciation at People’s Arc
People’s Arc held their Employee Appreciation Milestone Luncheon at Bellport Country Club on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Each year employees who have reached a milestone employment of 5, 10, 15,

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

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

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

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