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The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that Amanda Erickson, Coordinator of the Community Job Center, recently participated in the national Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) Certification exam, passing, and receiving certification.
Elmira, NY – The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that Gary Soule (Elmira), a person supported by the agency, was among 58 statewide 2017 Joslin Outstanding Performers recognized through New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc’s (NYSID) annual people-centered awards program. Gary is being recognized for his custodial and landscaping work though Southern Tier Industries (STI).
Elmira, NY – The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that four Southern Tier Industries staff members recently participated in the national Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) Certification exam, each passing and receiving certification. Staff members include Sherry Kelly, Vocational Specialist; Kristine Kohler, Vocational Specialist; Lucinda Wood, Job Coach; and Nicole Brown, Supported Employment Manager.
Elmira, NY – The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler is pleased announce that its 2nd Annual Norm Ward Golf Tournament, which took place on Friday, June 16th at the Willowcreek Golf Club in Big Flats, was a huge success!
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that two grants were recently received from NYSARC Trust Services, totaling $30,500, to support the Chapter's recreation and guardianship programs.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler recently held its annual membership meeting in which the slate of officers and directors were voted on for the 2017-2018 year.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that Michael A. Doherty, Ph.D., Executive Director, was selected as the 2017 recipient of the Starbridge Community Impact Award, which honors an individual or organization creating inclusive opportunities for people who have disabilities.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler is pleased to announce two new directors who have been added to its Leadership Team: Diane Marshall and Joel Robinson, Jr.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Mr. Sean Eagen has been named Executive Director, effective July 1, 2017.
Local lawmakers met Wednesday with officials with from the Arcs of Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates counties to discuss concerns about Governor Andrew Cuomo’s 2017-18 Executive Budget and the need for a living wage for direct support professionals who work directly with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Executive Director Michael A. Doherty, Ph.D. announced, last month, that he will retire on June 30, 2017. Doherty has led The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler since 1981.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler recently held an open house at their Smith Road residence, to celebrate the completion of some intensive renovations, which included the addition of three new single bedrooms and a new staff office.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that Jodi Miller was recently presented with NYSARC, Inc.’s 2016 Thomas A. Maul Direct Support Professional (DSP) Excellence Award, selected from the Central Region.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that the 2nd Annual Spooktacular 5k and Scarecrow Sprint 1 Mile event was a huge success! Taking place on Sunday, October 23rd, the event engaged 131 runners and walkers while raising nearly $5,000, to benefit the agency’s Recreation Program. Participants were as young as five years of age and included folks of all abilities.
Register for The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler’s second annual Spooktacular 5k and Scarecrow Sprint 1 Mile event, to take place on Sunday, October 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Costumes are encouraged but not required.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler recently held a dedication ceremony to honor Maryann Bruner, who served on the agency’s Board from 1981-2016. The Arc’s new Staff Development Room was named the Maryann Bruner Staff Development Room in recognition of her dedication to the agency, staff members, and the people supported.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that a grant, in the amount of $13,500, was recently received from NYSARC Trust Services to support their Guardianship Program.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler Unveils New Handicapped Accessible Bocce Courts
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler is pleased announce that its Inaugural Golf Tournament, which took place on Monday, May 23rd at the Elmira Country Club, was a huge success!
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler is pleased announce that for the 20th year in a row, it has earned renewal of its recognition in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP).
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that it has received a grant in the amount of $12,500 from NYSARC Trust Services Board. These funds will be used to support the Agency’s Recreation Program.
Elmira, NY – In partnership with the Elmira Pioneers and Elmira College Baseball, The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Baseball and Softball Skills Clinic. To take place on Friday, April 29th from 9:00—11:30 AM at the Home of the Elmira Pioneers—Dunn Field, located on Luce Street, Elmira, children ages 4-12 living in Chemung County are invited to register and participate.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler is pleased to announce it will be hosting their Inaugural Golf Tournament on Monday, May 23, 2016. To be held at The Elmira Country Club, this golf tournament will provide much needed support to Southern Tier Industries (STI), a division of The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler is pleased to announce the promotion of two staff members to its Leadership Team.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler is pleased to announce that Mr. Sean Eagen will be filling a new position, Associate Executive Director for Programs
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces it will be hosting their Inaugural Golf Tournament on Monday, May 23, 2016. To be held at The Elmira Country Club, this golf tournament will provide much needed support to Southern Tier Industries (STI), a division of The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler.
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that the Inaugural Spooktacular 5k and Scarecrow Sprint 1 Mile event was a huge success! Taking place Sunday, October 25th, the event raised more than $7,500, to benefit the agency’s Recreation Program.
Michael A. Doherty, Ph.D., Executive Director, announces that The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler has been awarded a CQL Re-Accreditation from The Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL).
The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler announces that a person supported by its agency was among 60 statewide 2015 Joslin Outstanding Performers recognized through New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc’s (NYSID) annual people-centered awards program. Richard Larkin (Elmira), was one of 15 individuals awarded with the final William B. Joslin Outstanding Performance Award. He is being recognized for his custodial work though Southern Tier Industries.
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