News & Updates
The Arc Grows to Over 500 Employees
Today, we're celebrating a critical milestone in The Arc Central Chesapeake Region's (The Arc's) history - we hit 500 employees. We've seen significant growth across the organization over the last three years, including a record number of people served (over...
Celebrating Black History Month
Today marks the first day of Black History Month. All month long, The Arc Central Chesapeake Region (The Arc) is recognizing the vital role that African Americans play in the fight for disability rights. As of 2019, over 5.7 million African Americans in the United...
The Arc’s Operating Status for Wednesday, February 1, 2023
The Arc's offices in Severn, Annapolis, and Easton will open on time. All services will operate as scheduled. People supported in Workforce Development should follow the operating status of their employer.
Family Fund Will Accept Applications Starting February 1
So many resources for children with disabilities - like effective therapies, equipment, and learning opportunities - are not covered by insurance and are out of reach financially for many families. To create greater access to these critical resources, The Arc founded...
Hey, Let’s Talk!
Open dialogue can change lives and create safe and healthy communities. People deserve to discuss their struggles with mental health without judgment and should feel empowered to ask for help when needed. People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)...
The Arc’s DSPs Start New Year With a Raise
As people throughout the community continue to deal with the effects of an uncertain economy and workforce, The Arc is actively focusing on hiring and retaining quality employees. In January 2023, The Arc increased Direct Support Professionals starting hourly wage to...
Senators Cardin, Van Hollen Bring Major Funding to The Arc
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region (The Arc) is pleased to announce the Fiscal Year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill will bring a $1 million investment to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) throughout Central Maryland. The recently enacted...
The Arc Increases Direct Support Professional Hourly Starting Rate
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region (The Arc) increased the hourly starting wage for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to $17.25/hour. The Arc implemented the market increase to support employees as people throughout the community continue to deal with the effects of...
The Arc Welcomes Stephanie Lacaze to the Board of Directors
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region (The Arc), a nonprofit committed to transforming lives for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), and Michele Tharp, Board Chair, are pleased to welcome Stephanie Lacaze to The Arc’s Board of Directors....
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (Dr. King) was a Baptist minister and one of the most influential pioneers in the Civil Rights Movement. As an advocate for non-violent activism, he organized and led marches, sit-ins, and boycotts, uniting people across race, class,...
Maryland State Legislators Are in The House
The State of Maryland legislative session has begun - from now through mid-April, elected officials from across the state have descended on Annapolis to introduce and enact Maryland's laws. The session runs from January 11 through April 10, 2023. The Arc will continue...
Calendar Day and Session Opening
Today is a big day! It is the 2023 Legislative Calendar Day. Calendar Day is an annual tradition, organized by The Arc Maryland, where each Arc chapter meets with their elected officials and appointed leaders to hand out a calendar featuring stories of people...