Arc of Monroe | Developmental Disabilities | Community Residential Facilities

In an era when many families followed doctor’s orders by placing their family member with developmental disabilities in an institution, Albert Bradwell’s extended family did the opposite. They embraced him, raising him in a caring, loving and supportive environment.

Albert was born in 1949. His father died shortly afterward and his mother was unable to raise him because of her own disabilities. His Aunt Millie then stepped in, raising Albert until he moved into an Arc home in the 1990’s. But she and the rest of the Kreck family…aunts, uncles and cousins…did not consider their commitment to Albert to be the least bit extraordinary.

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Maurice Ransom knows Kelvin Wu is happy at Ballantyne day program because Kelvin gives him a high-five every time he sees him.

Maurice started the ritual shortly after he joined the Arc last fall and gets a kick out of it. “We spend a lot of time together. Kelvin is quiet, but he’s a good guy.”

Kelvin’s father, George, agrees that Kelvin is content these days. “He does very well at Ballantyne. He’s happy and likes his routine. He has many friends. I’m very happy with the Arc. I like the way they handle him and how nice everyone is. I’d be very happy if this routine continued for his future and he would be too.”

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Carol Brakenbury knew her son Ryan was going to be in good hands in his new Arc day program when they first visited the program many years ago. One of the first persons they met was staff person Stephanie Spring, who had played goalie for Coach Carol’s high school girl’s soccer team.

“It was quite a surprise to see her and very comforting,” said Carol. “Stephanie made his move from Ballantyne an easy transition. The two of them became good buddies and still are today.” Today, Ryan attends East Henrietta Road day program, where Stephanie is now the manager.

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A History of Helping Those with Intellectual and other Developmental Disabilities.....

The Arc of Monroe County has been providing a variety of programs and services for over 3,500 individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families in the Rochester community for over 50 years.

The Arc works to enhance the quality of life and self-esteem of individuals in our programs, providing them with meaningful social development, supported employment, residential community living and enrichment opportunities. The Arc is funded in part by the NYS Office of for People with Developmental Disabilities. The Arc also receives funding from Adult Career adn Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR).

The Arc of Monroe County has 40 locations in Monroe County that assist individuals with intellectual and/or other developmental disabilities that include Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Asperger Syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorders among others.

A wide array of services are offered through the Arc for individuals with intellectual and/or other developmental disabilities such as independent living opportunities in our group homes and residences, volunteer opportunities in the community,unique and creative individualized day services programs, job training is offered through our ArcWorks facility and placement through our JobPath Program.

The Arc Foundation of Monroe County raises and manages funds to enhance the quality of life for program participants of The Arc of Monroe County. A variety of important enjoyable fundraising efforts provides financial support for programs vital to The Arc’s social, recreational and organizational activities.

At The Arc of Monroe County, we are proud of our history of helping others, but we are just as proud of our commitment to the future, ensuring that people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families will continue to be offered the highest quality, most innovating programs and services available.

The Vision of the Arc

The Arc of Monroe is a leader in developing models of excellence in supporting people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. We encourage people to become inter-dependent and an integral part of the community. We adapt to a changing environment by promoting person-centered opportunities. The Arc will celebrate diversity and healthy living for all members of our family. We are viewed as an agency of choice and as a strong collaborator in our community.

The Mission of the Arc

The Arc of Monroe provides individualized support and services to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and their families to increase the individual’s independence, enhance their abilities to make informed choices, and become part of the community.

Click here to see a History of The Arc of Monroe County.