The Arc of Atlantic County

The Arc of Atlantic County empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to choose how they live, work, and play in their communities. Established in 1961 by a grassroots collective of local parents, the nonprofit has served the southern New Jersey coastal region for decades. The agency provides person-centered programs designed to promote self-sufficiency, protect civil rights, and foster full social integration for individuals throughout Atlantic County.

Residential services manage community group homes and supportive apartment settings across Atlantic County, offering 24-hour staffing and individualized assistance with daily living, medical needs, and personal goals. The Adult Day Program provides daily habilitation activities where participants engage in skill development, socialization, adaptive wellness exercises, and community volunteering. Through supported employment services, job developers collaborate with local employers to provide vocational assessments, placement assistance, and on-site job coaching in community businesses.

Family support initiatives include professional support coordination and case management, helping participants navigate Medicaid waiver benefits to secure necessary therapies and community supports. The agency also administers a self-hired respite program that allows families to choose trusted caregivers for scheduled relief. In addition, the organization operates community thrift stores in Ventnor and Egg Harbor Township, providing retail training opportunities and generating funds for direct services.