Dutchess ARC is a non-profit agency that has been serving children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families in Dutchess County since 1971. Our chapter affiliation with NYSARC, Inc. provides us with a sizable and unified voice to advocate for and with individuals and their families. Our services are diverse and located in every corner of Dutchess County.

Dutchess ARC's mission is to challenge and empower people with developmental disabilities, their families and staff to achieve personal fulfillment through lifelong learning.
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Dutchess ARC Foundation's First Annual
Snow Ball a Huge Success

Held on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel, everyone enjoyed cocktails, dinner and dancing to the lively sound of the Dan Bradley Big Band.

Fred Schaeffer, chairman of Walkway Over the Hudson was honored for his vision and leadership in transforming the Poughkeepsie-Highland Bridge into the longest pedestrian bridge in the world.

 

Everyone enjoyed dancing to The Dan Bradley Big Band.

 

Dutchess ARC offers a comprehensive array of services to Dutchess County residents with developmental disabilities and their families. We provide consultation and support to individuals and families who might need help navigating a complex system by assisting them in the development of opportunities that support their personal goals and aspirations. We do our very best to help people find or create the opportunities they need and request.

Our services include:

• Clinic Services
• Day Services
• Employment Services
• Family Resources &
  Educational Advocacy
• Guardianship
• Recreation & Youth Services
• Residential Options
• Service Coordination
• School to Work & Transition to Adult Services

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and how you can help ensure the

future of his services from ARC

 

 

 

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our 2007 Annual Report