The Arc Rockland

11/26/2025

A little bit of everything and a whole lot of joy! ✨🍂

Here’s a look at some of the fun happening across The Arc Rockland — from Friendsgiving celebrations to holiday shopping outings and so many everyday moments that make this season special.

We’re grateful for the laughter, the connection, and the memories our individuals and staff create together all year long.

Swipe through and enjoy a glimpse into the joy-filled days happening in our programs!

11/18/2025

Today, we're joining other advocates at the NYS Capitol to urge Governor Kathy Hochul to prioritize our community through our CareForce Affordability Agenda.

We showed the power of community and the importance of the workforce that supports people with disabilities.

11/15/2025

🎶✨ Save the Date!
The Arc Rockland Glee Club is preparing something special for the season! Join us in one month for our Holiday Concert on Monday, December 15, 2025 at the Palisades Center.

🎤 Showtime: 6:30 PM
📍 Macy’s Court – First Level, Palisades Center
100 Palisades Center Dr., West Nyack, NY

Come enjoy an evening filled with festive songs, community spirit, and joyful performances from our talented Glee Club members. Bring family and friends — this is a holiday tradition you won’t want to miss!

11/12/2025

Mark your calendars!

Dom ToGo in New City is hosting a fundraiser for Prime Time for Kids on Thursday, November 13th.

Proceeds from this fundraiser will help to fund special events for our students, including a bouncy house for Field Day and sessions with Rockasorri Music.

Please participate and spread the word!

11/11/2025

We are excited to share that The Arc Rockland has been featured in The Arc New York’s most recent Connections edition!

This statewide publication highlights powerful stories, innovative initiatives, and the work happening across all Arc chapters— and we are proud that our International Recruitment Program was recognized.

Our feature showcases how our agency continues to strengthen our workforce by welcoming dedicated professionals from Ghana and Bangladesh, expanding the support we provide to individuals and families in our programs.

Read the full feature here
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11/07/2025

This week, our community service groups joined the Regional Food Bank’s direct distribution pop-up at Clover Stadium, assisting with boxing, organizing, and handing out food to local families.

With recent SNAP benefit cuts putting thousands of Rockland residents at risk of food insecurity, individuals from The Arc Rockland stepped up to help their neighbors in need.

We’re proud to be part of a community that looks out for one another—especially during challenging times. 🧡



What you should know:

As of now, because of the federal government shutdown, November SNAP benefits will not be issued at this time. For information from the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance: https://www.otda.ny.gov/snap-benefits-shutdown.asp

Local resources in Rockland County for food assistance:

If you experience a shortfall in food access, Rockland County offers a strong network of food-pantries and meal-programs. Below are a few trusted options:

Rockland Community Against Hunger (RCAH): Collaborative of food pantries & meal programs covering over 40 sites across Rockland County.
Website: rocklandhunger.org — use their “Find Food” tool to locate a pantry by town or ZIP code.

People to People Food Pantry: One of Rockland’s largest food-pantries, serving thousands of local households each month. peopletopeopleinc.org
Location: 121 W. Nyack Rd., Nanuet, NY 10954 Phone: (845) 623-4900

Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland – Food Pantry: 78 Hudson Avenue, Haverstraw, NY 10927. Registration required for first visit. ccrockland.org
Phone: (845) 942-5791

Rhoda Bloom Kosher Food Pantry: A kosher-food pantry open to all in Rockland County. rjfs.org

These resources are available to ANY county resident experiencing food insecurity, regardless of participation in SNAP.

11/01/2025

Mark your calendars — November 18, 2025!

Join The Arc Rockland and advocates from across New York State in Albany for the NYDA Capitol Rally — a powerful call to action to invest in the future of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and the dedicated workforce who support them. Register here

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxMexYrYq34Ev6VOhlUUQzRC1SRYtmHFuy6Al_mnMTjLapxQ/viewform

We’re showing lawmakers that we stand united in our demand for:
✅ A 2.7% Targeted Inflationary Increase
✅ Workforce support and sustainability
✅ Infrastructure investment

Wear orange to show your support and solidarity! 🧡

We've launched a one-click campaign to inform the governor of our budget requests. We urge you to add your voice here. By participating, you will quickly send a letter to Governor Hochul and tell her support for New Yorkers with I/DD must be a priority in this year's Executive Budget.

https://arcny.quorum.us/campaign/FY27-NYS-Budget/

10/31/2025

From costumes and pumpkins to decorations, “dirt” desserts, and a Halloween parade — our programs went all out today! 🎃🧡
What a wonderful day celebrating creativity, community, and fun across The Arc Rockland!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the front desk of HVCH!

10/31/2025

The Halloween spirit is alive and well at PTFK, Phillips Hill, and Nyack Day Programs! 🎃🕸
Check out these spooktacular costumes and all the fun happening across The Arc Rockland today!

10/31/2025

👻🎃 Halloween Greetings from The Arc Rockland!
Our South Mountain House residents kicked off the celebrations in style - festive fun, creative costumes, and plenty of spooky smiles! 🧡
Stay tuned throughout the day as more of our locations join in the Halloween spirit!

10/29/2025

We’re so proud to share that Josh Cohen has been named The Arc New York’s 2025 Self-Advocate of the Year! 🧡

This statewide honor celebrates individuals whose leadership, courage, and advocacy help shape services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across New York.

Over the past three years, Josh has grown into a true leader—serving as Mentor in 2024 and now as Vice President of The Arc Rockland’s Self-Advocacy Board. His passion, confidence, and compassion continue to inspire everyone around him.

During The Arc New York’s annual conference in Albany, Josh was recognized for his remarkable impact—and we invite you to watch two special videos- one featuring heartfelt messages from his peers, friends, and colleagues who have been inspired by his journey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APJQe9L6i-I and the other of Josh accepting his award. https://youtube.com/shorts/dOopgfqTdRY?si=ElAf8lCzEMT9ftr_ 👏