Summer camp 2017

JOIN SUMMER CAMP 2017

The Arc of Rensselaer County’s Summer Camp is a six-week inclusive program serving campers ages five to 21 years old. The home location for the camp is Tamarac Middle Schools. The program is packed with onsite and offsite activities, including but not limited to bowling, a day at the movies, a trip to The Great Escape, and arts & crafts. There are also fun theme days such as Favorite Superhero Day and Olympic Day.

For information on the 2017 Summer Camp program, which begins on July 5, please contact Semus Moran, Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call him at 518-470-2691.

The Arc of Rensselear County provides transportation to and from day camp for participants as needed (based on location) within Rensselaer County.

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Accessing Supports

The Arc of Rensselaer County welcomes any inquiry or application for a support or service for a person with a developmental disability. We are open to explore the support possibilities with those who are interested prior to any formal application for services. We can also provide guidance and direction on how to apply for OPWDD related services. Our agency works closely with the local arm of OPWDD to determine eligibility and availability for services.

The Arc of Rensselaer County provides support to Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. These supports range from summer camp, in home support, residential support, day supports, guardianship, self-direction, etc, These supports are authorized by the New York State Office of People with Development Diabilities, OPWDD. If you need assistance or need more information, please contact 518-273-6600 x 2215.

Testimonials and Success Stories

I choose to work at the ARC of Rensselaer because of how we do our work. I have been with many other agencies, and none of them put the welfare of the people we support in the forefront as much as we do. Every day I am witness to people and staff making life richer, happier and more meaningful. We really do connect people to their community in a way that fosters importance and relationships. The old adage that “I get more than I give” rings true at the ARC of Rensselaer

- Kim Burns

Senior Coordinator

Residential Services

Our Mission

The mission of The Arc of Rensselaer County is to advocate for the rights and safety of individuals of all ages who have an intellectual disability and/or a developmental disability or delay.

The Arc is a source of support, specialized knowledge, and available resources in assisting individuals and their families to meet their needs and goals.

The Arc works to influence societal attitudes and governmental policy so that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities will have access to the services, assistance, and opportunities they need for personal growth and development, and participation in the community.

We Want Your Feedback!

The Arc of Rensselaer County asks for your feedback on our services and supports. If you are a person receiving our supports, or a family member, we ask that you take a couple of minutes and respond to the survey link. All comments are kept confidential, and our intentions are only to improve the work we do. We thank-you in advance for support of our agency and your interest in completing this survey.

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The Arc of Rensselaer County Awarded $68,500 in Grants from NYSARC Trust Services

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The Arc of Rensselaer County
79 102nd Street, Troy, NY 12180-1125
(518) 274-3110