Tuesday's Bright Spot shines on kindergarteners at Rochester's School #8. Don Alhart helped the Arc of Monroe present each of them with a copy of Sibley's Christmas Adventure, along with their very own cuddly Sibley plush toy.

Most people want to age in place and that is especially true for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, for whom it is essential to provide the right environment to encourage independence...

Disparities in the health care system can impact the quality of care for people with disabilities. A UR Medicine class is training doctors to help them better serve these patients.

The Arc of Monroe held a special educational session on Wednesday at its arts facility. Medical students from U of R Medicine’s Pediatric Links Program attended to learn the complexities that come with caring for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Arc of Monroe held a special educational session on Wednesday at its arts facility. Medical students from U of R Medicine’s Pediatric Links Program attended to learn the complexities that come with caring for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Arc of Monroe held a special educational session on Wednesday at its arts facility. Medical students from U of R Medicine’s Pediatric Links Program attended to learn the complexities that come with caring for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Arc of Monroe teamed up with University of Rochester medical students Wednesday to educate them on the dynamics of caring for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The students observed the Arc's Community Arts Connection program, which offers opportunities to participate in music, dance and other forms of creativity and self-expression.

A toast to The Arc of Monroe, a non-profit dedicated to creating a more inclusive Rochester community. The annual event raises funds and recognizes key contributors for The Arc.

The Arc of Monroe, which provides programs for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, is holding a job fair on Wednesday, September 28 in Fairport.

The Arc of Monroe is holding a job fair 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, September 28 at The Arc of Monroe's Fairport Day Services, 1387 Fairport Road.

Looking for a job? The Arc of Monroe will be hosting a job fair on Wednesday, September 28. The Arc of Monroe is an advocacy, support, and educational organization that works to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Scott and Sandy chat with Brian Potvin and Mike Kirchoff about The Arc of Monroe and The Arc Alliance Self Advocacy group.

Dino is joined by Kristen Smith, Georgie, and Javon with The Arc of Monroe. They talk all about the services of the Arc of Monroe, ArcWorks facility, the deli, job positions available and more! They also discuss their employment event happening on July 20th from 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. at The Arc of Monroe in Rochester.

Chris Teich, a LifePrep@Naz student, has been invited to participate in the USA Special Olympics games in Orlando June 5 - June 12, 2022. Chris will compete in gymnastics. Watch his interview with Matt Malloy on Good Day Rochester!

Chris Teich, a LifePrep@Naz student, has been invited to participate in the USA Special Olympics games in Orlando June 5 - June 12, 2022. Chris will compete in gymnastics. Listen to his interview with 92.5 WBEE's Bee Morning Coffee Club or read the press release to learn more! 

The Arc of Monroe's Community Connections program started volunteering with Rochester Refugee Resettlement to help with home improvement projects. Watch the Rochester in Focus coverage starting at 16:50. 

The Arc Foundation of Monroe was recently awarded a $50,000 grant by the William & Sheila Konar Foundation to help fund the construction of two ranch-style, fully accessible 7-bedroom homes. Read the RBJ report. 

Join us in welcoming Peggy Robinson to our team! Peggy will be helping us recruit Direct Support Professionals across the agency. 

Learn about how ArcWorks is partnering with organizations like NextCorps to help tech startups thrive right here in Rochester, NY in this 13Wham News story.

Connections with Evan Dawson previewed "In a Different Key" as guests discussed what they hope audiences will learn when it comes to perspectives about autism. This story is reported from WXXI’s Inclusion Desk.

The Arc of Monroe is partnering up with AutismUp to host a free movie screening of "In A Different Key" on Thursday, April 28 at The Theater At Innovation Square. Watch this story from Good Day Rochester to learn more!

April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, and to celebrate, AutismUp and The Arc of Monroe are hosting a free sneak peek screening of the new documentary “In A Different Key” on Thursday, April 28 at 6 p.m. at the Theater at Innovation Square. Learn more on this week's edition of Rochester in Focus.

Lynette Adams and the News10NBC team profile people who made and are making a difference as we celebrate Rochester's Roots as part of Black History Month. Watch Nick Wagar and J-Mo Morales from The Arc of Monroe talk about the intersection of Black and Disability History.

Check out the News10NBC team coverage of Ballantyne's 2022 Winter Olympics!

Check out the 13WHAM News coverage of Ballantyne's 2022 Winter Olympics!

The Arc of Monroe was awarded $100,000 by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to support increased wages for direct support professionals across the agency. Read more in this RBJ article.

The Arc of Monroe will host a job fair on Monday, February 14 from 9 AM to 5 PM at their location on 2060 Brighton-Henrietta Townline Road in Rochester. Julie Keeney, Ballantyne Day Services Fitness and Recreation Specialist and Christen Smith, Director of Marketing and Communication at The Arc of Monroe, joined us Monday on Good Day Rochester to discuss the variety of jobs offered and where they're at with staffing amidst the pandemic.

Francine Wedderburn and Christen Smith talk about the upcoming Arc of Monroe Job Fair with Scott and Sandy on the Buzz. 

13WHAM's Don Alhart made a special visit Thursday morning to Golisano Children's Hospital. Don came to deliver 50 copies of his book "Sibley's Christmas Adventure" along with plush toy mice. All proceeds from the book sales go to the Arc Foundation of Monroe.

The Arc of Monroe's Community Arts Connection Program held a special concert for shoppers. The program allows people with different abilities a chance to sing in a choir, play in a band, or perform in a dance troupe - while forming new friendships. Check out 13WHAM News' coverage.

Check out the WROC8 story about The Arc of Monroe's bus driver shortage. With drivers in high demand, Kathleen Sullivan talks about why driving for The Arc is such a rewarding job. 

ArcWorks offers employment opportunities for people of all ability levels. 70% of workers have developmental disabilities and they do tasks such as packing and assembling consumer products, but earn much more than just a paycheck. 13WHAM's Sam Carter visited the facility to learn more about the program and the people involved.

Many of the employees with disabilities at the Crickler Vending Company are supported by the Arc of Monroe through the Job Path program. Check out WROC8's story about the partnership between The Arc of Monroe and Crickler Vending.

A horror movie centered around a young man with autism is set to debut at Movies 10 in Brighton this week. Good Day Rochester's Sam Carter has a first look at the movie and talked with the filmmaker behind it.

Through Job Path, individuals with various disabilities are supported through getting jobs and throughout their employment. Brandy Soloman, Job Path Business Relations Director, said the Arc of Monroe supports a wide range of local businesses. Watch the WROC8 story highlighting the SELF at Strong program.

The Arc of Monroe announces the appointment of Tori Campbell and Jennifer Shoemaker to its board of directors. Check out the RBJ article announcing the new appointments.

The Arc of Monroe’s board of directors recently named Tracy Petrichick as its new president and CEO. Read about it in the Democrat & Chronicle. 

The Arc Foundation of Monroe recently announced Tracy Crosby as executive director of the organization. The Foundation works to ensure that donated funds are used to help ensure the future of the Arc of Monroe. Read more in the Democrat & Chronicle.

Tracy Petrichick has been named as the next president and CEO of The Arc of Monroe. Petrichick has served as the acting president and CEO of the organization since early 2021. She joined the Arc in 2005 and has served as CFO since 2013. Read more on 13WHAM news.

The Arc of Monroe has named its interim president and CEO as the agency’s next leader. Tracy Petrichick has been acting president and CEO since early 2021. She joined the Arc of Monroe in 2005 and served as chief financial officer since 2013. Read more in the RBJ.

13WHAM’s Don Alhart will be selling and signing copies of his children’s book, “Sibley’s Christmas Adventure”. The signing will be happening Saturday at The Mercantile on Main, inside the historic Sibley Building. Proceeds benefit the Arc of Monroe.

It's Christmas in July at Sibley Square. 13WHAM's Don Alhart was at Mercantile on Main on Saturday to sign his children's book, 'Sibley's Christmas Adventure'.

The Arc Foundation of Monroe has named a nonprofit veteran as its new executive director. Read more in the RBJ.

The opening ceremonies for the Summer Olympic games in Tokyo are a week away - but the closing ceremonies for some other Olympics were held in Rochester Friday morning. 13WHAM talks about the Ballantyne Olympics, part of a day services program from the Arc of Monroe for some 50 people living with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

While the 2020 Tokyo Olympics begin next week, in Rochester the Arc of Monroe ‘Ballantyne Olympics’ have wrapped up. Check out WROC8's coverage of the games.

While the 2020 Tokyo Olympics begin next week, in Rochester the Arc of Monroe ‘Ballantyne Olympics’ have wrapped up. Check out WROC8's coverage of the games.

The Arc of Monroe is celebrating the dedication of the Steve and Debbie Chartrand Education Training Center. The center, now outfitted with 20 new mini laptops, will be used to train new employees and support the ongoing professional development opportunities for staff. Watch 13WHAM News' coverage.