James does volunteer work and continues to enjoy his favorite pastimes of dancing, fishing, music, bowling, basketball, and painting. James is a conscientious church member, and an unofficial ambassador of The Arc. He has learned how to make new friends through his super-sized heart, boisterous personality, and contagious sense of humor. He is a strong self-advocate and looks forward to one day fulfilling his dream of marrying his girlfriend, living in their own home, traveling, and continuing to share his gifts of humor, friendship, music, and art.
Services for Adults
Supported Living- The Arc believes in typical adult lifestyles in their communities for all individuals with disabilities regardless of the severity of the disability. The Arc provides customized support services for adults with disabilities in apartments, townhomes, or single-family homes according to their preference.
- Some individuals choose to live by themselves. From drop in help with food shopping and bill paying to around the clock support and complete personal care, trained staff work with individuals to help them achieve their personal goals, remain connected to family and friends, build new friendships, and participate as active members of their community.
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- The Arc offers customized assistance to people in their home and community life based upon the individual's specific needs.
- From assistance with transportation to doctor's appointments and social outings, to help with meal preparation and bill paying, The Arc provides services to suit each person.
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- The Arc Employment Services currently offers long-term commuity based employment supports to over 140 adults with developmental disabilities.
- Services offered in integrated settings include individual placements and industrial, clerical and janitorial enclaves in over 65 Harford and Baltimore County businesses and local and state agencies.
- Individuals are supported in seeking and maintaining employment through job development, job coaching with follow-along supports, case management and transportation.
- The monthly Job Club with over 40 participants offers workers a chance to socialize with friends and share work experiences.
- Recognizing a community need for job development, placement and retention, short-term Job Coaching and Community Based Assessments, The Arc provides short-term services to referrals from The Division of Vocational Services.
Services For Transitioning Youth
An increasing number of students exiting Harford County Public Schools at age 21 have requested vocational services. The Arc's Transition Coordinator works with the school system throughout the year prior to graduation to support students and their families in transitioning from school to work.Community Partners
Community Partners supports people's desire to find and enjoy a mix of meaningful community based activities. The Arc assists those who are semi-retired or between jobs to participate in a variety of activities such as part-time employment, taking classes, exercising at an athletic club, or pursuing volunteerism. Specific community services for individuals with disabilities include:- Transportation planning and/or transportation services
- Support for volunteerism
- Individualized community integrated activities
- Building friendships
Vocational: 410-879-6785, Extension 312 or astewart@arcncr.org
Residential: 410-879-6785, Extension 334 or jpiercey@arcncr.org
