3544 North Progress Avenue Suite 205 Harrisburg, PA 17110

717-920-2727

WHAT DRIVES US

Our Mission

OVER 69 YEARS, THE ARC OF DAUPHIN COUNTY HAS BEEN COMMITTED TO PROVIDING A VOICE TO THOSE NOT BEST ABLE TO ADVOCATE FOR THEIR BASIC NEEDS. THE MISSION AT THE ARC OF DAUPHIN COUNTY IS TO PROVIDE OUR NEIGHBORS DIAGNOSED WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES THE RESOURCES AND SKILLS TO LIVE THEIR BEST LIVES. WHILE OUR FOUNDATION IS IN ADVOCACY SERVICES, WE ALSO OFFER OTHER CRITICAL SERVICES SUCH AS FAMILY SUPPORTIVE SERVICES, REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE SERVICES, AND SO MANY MORE.

What we do

Our Programs

Advocacy

ADVOCACY

Our Advocacy Program provides direct advocacy support to individuals at any age struggling with systemic hurdles. Our Advocates help consumers navigate through service systems such as education, developmental programs, federal funding streams, medical assistance, legal assistance, housing, transportation, social security, trusts, wills, and community support or other resources.

Employment

Horticulture and Cooking Classes

A specialized class with our master gardener teaches high school students to learn self-sufficiency skills. By learning to grow various plants, herbs, and vegetables teaches various skills to help one take care of something beyond themselves. Then taking many ingredients the students grew themselves to cook a delicious meal.

Community Life

Pre-Employment Transition Services

Individualized program plans are designed and tailored to meeting the transition service needs of students with disabilities, ages 14-21. In partnership with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, The Arc of Dauphin County collaborates with school districts, community partners, and local businesses who support an inclusive workplace by providing opportunities for students with disabilities.

Learning

Representative Payee Program

Our Representative Payee program provides peace of mind in knowing that financial responsibilities are being addressed and handled timely and expertly. Ensuring the basic needs of housing and utilities are always up to date and stepping in to manage issues of bill concerns. Benefit payment management systems such as our program can step in when a family representative is unavailable to manage the monetary responsibilities of a loved one.

Give Now

Your donation will directly affect our loved ones with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities by providing resources directly to our consumers. We can continue to create safe spaces to learn and thrive through our programs but need your help to continue these vital resources.

You Can Make a Difference

Your support is important to our work at The Arc of Dauphin County. There are many ways you can contribute towards our causes, and every little bit that you commit goes a long way in helping us fulfill our mission. Learn more about how you can get involved and take advantage of the opportunity to do some good.

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info@arcofdc.org

Phone: 717-920-2727
Fax: 717-920-2730
3544 N. Progress Ave. Ste 205
Harrisburg, PA 17110