In the News

Declan Handley-Byrne has been working at the Strong National Museum of Play as a host for more than a year, but he’s already learned so much, including a passion for pinball.

The Arc of Monroe honored 40 direct support professionals and frontline supervisors who have earned electronic badges to demonstrate their knowledge, skills and values through The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals E-Badge Academy. 

Music was in the air at the Barnes and Noble in Pittsford as the Arc of Monroe kicked off its annual Community Arts Connection arts show.

Some local students are teaming up to help Roc Holiday Village sparkle. Students from the Strong Employment & Life Foundations (SELF) program are working to clean up the festival grounds following each weekend. Their work will continue the next two Monday mornings.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Don Alhart recently read his children’s book, “Sibley’s Christmas Adventure” to kindergarteners at Rochester’s Roberto Clemente School No. 8.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Austin Gillis, a senior at McQuaid Jesuit High School, created a sensory garden at The Arc of Monroe.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Voting may seem like an easy way to do your civic duty, but after years of spreading awareness, there are still challenges for people with disabilities.

Vice President, Day and Residential Services, The Arc of Monroe
The Arc of Monroe announces the addition of Michele Suhr as Vice President, Day and Residential Services. In this role, she is responsible for the operational oversight of the residential and day habilitation programs, providing support to 800 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Rochester, N.Y.— An organization dedicated to helping people of all abilities held a signature celebration Friday.

ArcWorks is marking its 60th anniversary. The manufacturing facility is part of the Arc of Monroe, which provides the vital service of finding jobs for clients with developmental challenges.