This year’s #ArcOcean Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Lunch Break was a tremendous success, bringing together 70 community members to support vocational programs that empower individuals with disabilities.
Through meaningful conversations and new partnerships, we continue to break barriers and create opportunities for inclusive employment across Ocean County.
Are you looking to make your business more inclusive? The Arc Ocean County Chapter offers valuable resources to help your company benefit from a diverse workforce while supporting individuals with disabilities.
- Vocational & Employment Services: Arc Employment Center – Commercial cleaning, shredding, assembly, collating, labeling, shipping & more.
- Transition Services – Community-based job sampling sites.
- EDGE Program – Community-based career exploration.
- Learn to Earn – Pre-ETS internship opportunities.
- Employment Supports – Trial work experience job sites.
We are incredibly grateful to The Arc’s Adult Training Centers (ATC) for preparing and serving a delicious lunch, showcasing the skills and dedication of the individuals we support:
- Turkey, Ham, and Vegetarian Sandwiches – Prepared by Journeys and Discovery
- Pasta Salad – Prepared by Journeys and Discovery
- Brownies – Baked by Community Connections ATC
- Centerpieces – Designed by North Bay ATC
- Sweet Treats & Dog Treats for Sale – From CCATC and TKATC Recreation
Together, we can create more inclusive workplaces and brighter futures for individuals with disabilities. Thank you to everyone who attended and continues to support our mission!
