Senator Katie Fry Hester Stepped Up with Donation from Patapsco Distilling Company
Hearing that The Arc of Howard County urgently needed hand sanitizer, Senator Katie Fry Hester stepped up. Katie Fry Hester, Maryland Senate D9 reached out to a local distillery, which had converted to producing hand sanitizer. With donations from…
Comfort Bags Bring Joy and Happiness During COVID-19
Like you, the people supported by The Arc of Howard County -- and their dedicated support staff -- are staying safe at home. To bring a little joy and happiness during these trying times, Comfort Bags were…
The Importance of “Saying Yes!”
Last week, Claire Ramirez-Schene's Business Showcase Series featured our very own Barbara Moyer! Barbara Moyer, Director of Marketing, Communication and Events, spoke on the importance of "Saying Yes!" To watch the video, click here. Thank…
The Arc of Howard County Chosen as First Feed Howard County Recipient
The Arc of Howard County was honored to be the first recipient of Feed Howard County's initiative to help feed the community during the COVID-19 crisis. Feed Howard County is a partnership between Howard County…
Ledo Pizza Columbia Donates 80 Pizzas!
While we couldn't deliver sunshine to our residential houses ...we did deliver 80 pizzas to staff and people supported by The Arc of Howard County one rainy day! Huge shout out to Kevin Schultz, owner…
Communication to Families and Supporters of The Arc of Howard County: May 8, 2020
May 8, 2020 Dear Families and Supporters of The Arc of Howard County Thank you to all of you for your continued understanding and support during the COVID-19 pandemic. As promised, we want to keep…
Support The Arc of Howard County’s COVID-19 Relief Fund #GivingTuesdayNow
In this time of uncertainty, there's a fundamental truth that gives us hope - that together we can do extraordinary things. Over the past few weeks and months, the entire world has been coming together to…
Kids’ Handmade Cards Bring Smiles
Nothing makes you smile more than something created by a child. Several people supported by The Arc of Howard County received the most adorable handmade cards drawn by from local kids this week. Michele "read her card…
Communication to Families and Supporters of The Arc of Howard County: April 24, 2020
April 24, 2020 Dear Families and Supporters of The Arc of Howard County Thank you to all of you for your continued understanding and support during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are updating our information on…
Dangerously Delicious Pies Donates to The Arc of Howard County!
Random acts of kindness are happening everywhere. Some might even call them...Acts of COVID Kindness! This week, The Arc of Howard County was the recipient of an Act of COVID Kindness. The Arc of Howard…
The Arc Is In Urgent Need of Face Masks and PPE. Can You Help?
Yesterday, all of the Direct Support Professionals working in The Arc of Howard County's Residential Houses received bandannas to use as masks until we can get Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The Arc of Howard County…
Communication to Residential Families: March 27, 2020
To Families and Friends of those Supported by The Arc of Howard County: In accordance with guidance from the CDC and DDA, The Arc of Howard County is limiting visits to the residential homes effective, Saturday,…
Communication to Families and Supporters of The Arc of Howard County: March 26, 2020
March 26, 2020 Dear Families and Supporters of The Arc of Howard County As many of you know, this is an unprecedented time with the continued spread of COVID-19. Due to the growing spread of…
New Information from our Executive Director Regarding Personal Supports and Respite Services for Families and People Supported by The Arc of Howard County
Coronavirus Disease Information from The Arc of Howard County -- Tuesday, March 17, 2020 New Information from our Executive Director Regarding Personal Supports and Respite Services For Families and People Supported by The Arc of Howard County…
SMRO-Governors Transitioning Youth Initiative
Transition is more than about services; it's also about values. The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) has adopted an Employment First philosophy and seeks to align its service delivery system with that philosophy. Transition planning is…
Holiday Closing Information: December 25, 2019, and January 1, 2020
This is a reminder of The Arc of Howard County's office and program closings for the holidays. The Arc of Howard County's Employment, Day Program, and Supported Retirement and The Arc Transportation Services will be closed…
The Arc of Howard County Was a Changemaker Challenge Winner! #ChangemakerHC
Cindy Parr, Executive Director of The Arc of Howard County (pictured center), accepted the $15,000 Changemaker Challenge Award accompanied by Liz Burrage and Bryan Sorrentino of The Arc of Howard County.…
Holiday Closing Information: Thanksgiving
Friendly Reminder: This a reminder of The Arc of Howard County office and program closings during Thanksgiving Week 2019: The Arc of Howard County Community Integration Services-Employment, Day Program, and Supported Retirement, and The…
