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NYSARC INC CATTARAUGUS NIAGARA COUNTIES CHAPTER

OLEAN, NY · EIN 160818293 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Very Large (>$50M) · intandem.org
revenue
$50.0M
expenses
$47.7M
net assets
$26.4M
employees
512
volunteers
6
program ratio
88%
mission · from form 990

NYSARC WAS FOUNDED IN 1949 TO MEET A CRITICAL MISSION - TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL AND OTHER DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Provides services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Cattaraugus and Niagara Counties, NY. Offers residential programs, day services, employment training, and behavioral health support. Focuses on community integration, independence, and person-centered care for individuals with developmental disabilities and dual diagnoses.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $6.20M
    DAY SERVICES - PROVIDES DAY PROGRAMMING TO ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. IN ADDITION TO INSTRUCTION IN DAILY LIVING SKILLS, DAY SERVICES OFFERS PARTICIPANTS OPPORTUNITIES FOR COMMUNITY INTEGRATION WITH A GOAL OF INCREASING INDEPENDENCE. APPROXIMATELY 375 PERSONS SERVED.
  2. #2 $2.90M
    TRANSPORTATION - PROVIDES TRANSPORTATION TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES TO AND FROM DAY PROGRAMS. APPROXIMATELY 331 PERSONS SERVED.
named programs · 8 · from sources

What they call their work

Adult Community Residences
Residential homes for adults with dual diagnoses (mental illness and developmental disorder), licensed by NYS OMH, offering 24-hour staff support and progressive supervision.
Behavioral Health Services
Provides home- and community-based behavioral health services including CORE, CFTSS, HCBS, and Health Home Care Management across four counties.
Day Services
Offers day programming for adults with developmental disabilities, including instruction in daily living skills and community integration activities.
Family Care Program
Certified family care providers host adults with developmental disabilities in their homes, providing a family-style environment with professional support and supplemental income.
Intandem Greenhouse
Community-based program in Niagara where individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities engage in meaningful activities such as product preparation, packaging, and deliveries.
Supervised Individual Residential Alternatives (IRAs)
Provides 24-hour supervised residential support for individuals with developmental and behavioral disabilities, focusing on independence, person-centered planning, and community integration.
Supportive Apartment Program
Offers independent living in single-occupancy apartments in Cattaraugus County for individuals needing limited support, with 24-hour phone access to staff.
Work Center
Provides employment training opportunities for adults with disabilities, supporting job readiness and community employment.
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 2 activities
    • Greenhouse Work Program
      Operates a greenhouse where individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities engage in product preparation, material organization, packaging, and delivery assistance, supporting skill development and meaningful activity.
    • Vocational and Employment Services
      Offers comprehensive employment supports including job placement, job coaching, mentorship, and vocational training through programs such as the Employment Connection, SubCon Industries, and INtandem Solutions. Provides industrial cleaning contracts and other paid work opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Medicaid Health Home Care Coordination 1 activity
    • Behavioral Health and Care Management Services
      Delivers mobile, home-, and community-based behavioral health supports for children, youth, and adults, including recovery-oriented skill building and family engagement. Operates an integrated Health Home Care Management program linking physical health, mental health, and substance use services for Medicaid-enrolled individuals with chronic conditions or serious mental illness.
  • Intake and Referral Coordination 1 activity
    • Central Intake and Service Navigation
      Operates a Central Intake program that guides individuals and families to appropriate services through a single point of contact, including referrals to non-affiliated community-based programs.
  • Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
    • Day and Community Habilitation Programs
      Provides day programming for adults with developmental disabilities focused on daily living skills, community integration, and increased independence. Includes community habilitation and day treatment services delivered across multiple locations.
  • Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
    • Family Care Provider Training and Support
      Provides initial and annual training to Family Care Providers on medication management, treatment regimens, and recovery support aligned with Individual Service Plans, along with ongoing professional support from a multidisciplinary team including Home Liaisons, Nurses, and Psychologists.
  • Member-Focused Fitness and Wellness Facilities 1 activity
    • Fitness and Recreational Facilities Access
      Operates an inclusive fitness center with accessible equipment, a walking track, and turf recreation area, providing free access to staff and the individuals they support.
  • Fundraising and Financial Support for IDD Services 1 activity
    • Funding Services via Social Enterprise Revenue
      Uses revenue generated from business operations of INtandem Solutions — a social enterprise employing individuals with disabilities — to fund services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Residential Support Services
      Provides a range of residential options for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including 24-hour supervised residences (IRAs), supportive apartments with on-call support, Family Care placements in certified homes, and Adult Community Residences for those with co-occurring conditions. Supports over 300 individuals in home-like environments promoting independence and social integration.
  • Teacher and Staff Appreciation Activities 1 activity
    • Staff Scholarship and Recognition Program
      Awards cash prizes to staff members through an annual Scholarships & Awards program to recognize contributions and support professional development.
  • Non-Emergency Medical & Essential Transportation 1 activity
    • Transportation Services
      Provides transportation for individuals with developmental disabilities to and from day programs.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$50.05M
Contributions & grants$37K0%
Program service revenue$49.47M99%
Investment income$540K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$47.69M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$20.00M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$35.01M
Cash$17.06M
Investments$2.72M
Liabilities$8.63M
Net assets$26.39M
Liquid reserves5.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -0.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 6
  • EILEEN CZARNECKI — DIRECTOR
  • MARGIE PROTO — VICE CHAIRPERSON
  • MELISSA TOWER — DIRECTOR
  • MICHAEL MACWILLIAMS — DIRECTOR
  • PATRICIA MINARCIN — DIRECTOR
  • RAPHAEL SMITH — CHAIRPERSON
relationships · 13

Who they work with

  • CHHUNY-Children’s Health Homes of Upstate New York Network — Provides Children’s Health Home Care Management as part of the Children’s Health Homes of Upstate New York network.
  • Cattaraugus Rehabilitation Center, Inc. Partner — Shares board leadership structure and governance with NYSARC Inc Cattaraugus Niagara Counties Chapter
  • Charity Navigator Network — Rated by Charity Navigator as a four-star charity
  • HHUNY-Health Homes of Upstate New York Network — Provides Adult Health Home Care Management as part of the Health Homes of Upstate New York network.
  • INtandem Network — Provides services through the INtandem network, which includes multiple program areas for individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, children, and aging populations.
  • INtandem Partner — Greenhouse supports INtandem's mission by generating proceeds that sustain programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Western New York.
  • INtandem Solutions Partner — Social enterprise that generates revenue to fund INtandem's mission and creates employment opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • New York State Office of Mental Health Government — Licenses Intandem's Adult Community Residences for individuals with dual diagnoses.
  • OPWDD Government — Collaborates with OPWDD through The Front Door system to connect individuals to services.
  • OPWDD Government — Provides equipment, supply support, and funding for care through the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities.
  • Olean School Board Partner — Partnered with the Olean School Board to use a classroom in School 11 for a training school for children with disabilities.
  • St. Elizabeth Motherhouse Partner — Established a rehabilitation center in a wing of St. Elizabeth Motherhouse in Allegany to accommodate growing service needs.
  • The Arc New York Network — Member chapter of The Arc New York, part of a statewide network providing supports and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community Integration as a Pathway to Independence
    methodology: community-integration
    By delivering services in home and community-based settings—such as family-style homes, employment programs, and inclusive classrooms—the organization promotes skill development and social inclusion, because integration into everyday environments fosters greater independence and reduces institutional dependence.
  • Person-Centered Planning for Customized Support
    methodology: person-centered_planning
    By using person-centered planning, the organization customizes services to individual needs, preferences, and goals, because this approach enhances well-being, self-determination, and independence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Therapeutic Work-Based Learning for Skill Development
    methodology: therapeutic work-based learning
    By embedding skill-building within meaningful work activities like greenhouse operations, the organization supports growth in responsibility, teamwork, and problem-solving, because hands-on, real-world tasks promote deeper learning and self-efficacy for individuals with developmental disabilities.