The Arc Recognizes Levy Restaurant Group as National Employer of the Year
Levy Restaurant Group has made hiring people with I/DD a priority and has made disability inclusion a key hiring initiative at new locations.
November 14th Event: Opening Reception of “Our Stories” Exhibition at The ARTViews Gallery at Montefiore
Join us at The ARTViews Gallery at Montefiore Hospital on November 14th as we celebrate the creative work of artists supported at AHRC NYC's ArTech in the Bronx!
Feeling Fulfilled: David Stone
Recently recognized at its annual NDEAM Breakfast, David Stone has found a job that sparks his passions, working as a Marketing Assistant for AHRC NYC's Employment and Business Services department.
Volunteers Speak about Their Special Experiences in AHRC NYC’s One-for-One Program
Volunteers participating in AHRC NYC's ONE-for-ONE program share their thoughts about the experiences they have had while partnering with people with disabilities.
Staten Island Day Habilitation Without Walls Visits Local Newspaper and Makes a Change
Aspiring writers and self-advocates from AHRC NYC's Staten Island Day Habilitation Without Walls recently toured the headquarters of their local newspaper, The Staten Island Advance.
Fox 5 News Segment Features Employment of People with Autism through Daivergent Inc. and AHRC NYC
AHRC New York City was recently featured in a Fox 5 news segment regarding employment of people on the autism spectrum and the technology field.
AHRC NYC In the News: The Rockaway Times Covers Breast Cancer Awareness Event at Far Rockaway Center
On October 11, 2018, The Rockaway Times published an article about the Breast Cancer Awareness Day event, recently hosted at AHRC New York City's Far Rockaway Center.
AHRC NYC’s Residential Services Says “Let’s Beat Diabetes!”
People living in AHRC NYC's Queens-based residential programs participated in a 12-week education/support group aimed at living with and managing diabetes.
Self-Advocates Are Fighting for Better Public Transit in NYC, and They Want Our Support
Self-advocates from across AHRC NYC have begun to lobby the MTA for the changes they would like to see in public transit.
November 14th Topic: Planning for the Future – Guardianship, Alternatives, Trusts and Health Care Decisions
AHRC New York City's, Kara McGuinness-Hickey, Director of Legal Services, will provide families with an overview of their options for planning for the future of their loved one(s) with a disability.
AHRC New York City’s Chief Executive Officer, Marco Damiani, Honored by Friends of Asha Niketan
Marco Damiani, CEO of AHRC New York City, was honored by Friends of Asha Niketan and Rep. Yvette Clarke.
From CSP to PR: A Portrait of Dylan Watton
AHRC NYC's Communications Coordinator, Dylan Watton discusses how his early career as a Community Support Professional continues to impact his work today.
Reflections of a Direct Support Professional
Johanna Milian-Vargas, Higher Education Support Professional, at AHRC New York City's Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program at Hostos Community College reflects upon her professional career.
Partnering for Communication: Community Support Professional, Sanjida Chowdhury
Colleagues of CSP, Sanjida Chowdhury, share their thanks and appreciation for the work she does to help people to use technology to communicate and express themselves.
NADSP Honors AHRC NYC’s Seth Krakauer with John F. Kennedy Jr. Award
Seth Krakauer, AHRC NYC's Employee Development Manager, was honored by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals, (NADSP) at its annual conference with the John F. Kennedy Jr. Award for Direct Support Advocacy and Leadership.
Empowering People for Social Justice: Matthew Estep, Self-Advocacy Advisor
Matthew Estep, AHRC NYC's Self-Advocacy Advisor supports people in sharing their passions and interests, on a personal level, and at the state level.
Announcement of New Service Opportunities from AHRC NYC’s CEO, Marco R. Damiani
As of September 1, 2018, AHRC New York City will assume responsibility for the residential programs on Staten Island that were previously operated by Volunteers of America.
Melissa Riggio Program Alumni Take On Philadelphia
On July 20, 2018, graduates of AHRC NYC's Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program participated in the first-ever graduate retreat, a weekend trip to Philadelphia.
Augmentative Communication Group Gives Back to the Community
Members of AHRC NYC's Augmented and Alternative Communication meetup group served as role models and peer mediators for children at Teachers College on July 19, 2018.
Read the NY Post Article: AHRC NYC Founder, Ann Greenberg Started a Revolution that Continues Today
Read the NY Post Article about AHRC NYC's Founder, Ann Greenberg who in 1948 placed a six-line classified ad in the New York Post inviting mothers of children with disabilities to help her to start a day nursery for their children.
Watch the Video: What Do You Advocate For?
The Arc is building a bigger, stronger movement of people with disabilities, parents, siblings, and allies to protect our civil rights and access to vital programs like Medicaid.
College of Staten Island Students Learn Important Fire Safety Skills
In July, students of AHRC NYC's Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program at the College of Staten Island received fire safety training from the Fire Department of New York's Fire Safety Education Unit.
AHRC New York City Recognizes the 28th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
AHRC NYC's CEO, Marco Damiani marks the 28th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, shining a spotlight on companies that hire people with disabilities and change lives for the better.
Introducing A New Initiative: Communication Toolkit for Discovery
Communication Toolkit for Discovery is a fully customizable application that can allow to staff to better communicate with people they support.
70 Years Later, A Classified Ad Still Changing Lives
We mark the 70th anniversary of the New York Post ad placed by Ann Greenberg, who was determined to help children with disabilities and their families.