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NYSARC INC ULSTER GREENE PUTNAM COUNTY CHAPTERS

KINGSTON, NY · EIN 141437657 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P820 · Human Services · Very Large (>$50M) · arcmh.org
revenue
$98.2M
expenses
$95.7M
net assets
$37.7M
employees
1,573
volunteers
15
program ratio
90%
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 DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arc Mid-Hudson provides services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Ulster, Greene, and Putnam Counties in New York. It offers day habilitation, employment training, and pre-vocational programs that support community integration, skill development, and employment. Services are delivered through certified sites, community-based programs, and remote platforms.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $15.34M
    Day Habilitation Program: The Arc Mid-Hudson offers Day Habilitation Programs (Day Hab) at a variety of locations throughout Ulster, Greene and Putnam counties. We currently support approximately 432 individuals. We offer these services either at a certified program site or in a community-based program referred to as day hab without walls. Both programs provide opportunities for community integration, socialization, skill development and volunteerism based on the needs and interest of the participants.
  2. #2 $11.14M
    SCHOOL, CLINIC SERVICES, SUPPORT SERVICES, AND OTHER PROGRAMS.
named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Community Pre-Vocational Program
Person-centered service that helps individuals identify and achieve vocational goals through travel training, job shadowing, interviewing skills, and social skill development.
Day Habilitation Program
Provides community integration, socialization, skill development, and volunteerism for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through on-site and community-based settings in Ulster, Greene, and Putnam Counties.
Day Habilitation Without Walls
Community-based program where participants engage in recreational and volunteer activities such as Meals on Wheels, animal shelters, and food banks to build communication and social skills.
Enrich / School to Work
Pre-employment program for high school students with IEPs or developmental disabilities that provides work-based learning experiences and transition planning support in 13 school districts.
Supported Employment (SEMP)
Job placement and career support service for individuals with disabilities, including resume development, interview training, and on-the-job coaching to secure competitive employment.
The Renaissance Program
Specialized autism day program offering tailored services for adults with autism to enhance independence, social engagement, and community participation.
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 2 activities
    • Individualized Community and Home-Based Support
      Provides one-on-one, skilled staffing support in home and community settings to help individuals achieve personalized goals outlined in their Life Plans. Services include habilitation, skill-building, and daily activity support tailored to individual needs.
    • Residential Support Services
      Provides residential programs in individualized, home-like settings for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supported by skilled staffing and nursing teams that coordinate healthcare, monitor health, and triage medical concerns.
  • Workforce Readiness Training 2 activities
    • Job Training, Placement, and Employment Support
      Offers comprehensive employment services including job training, placement, on-the-job support, resume and cover letter assistance, interview preparation, and career goal planning. Supported 127 individuals in securing or maintaining employment in 2022, with 57% earning above minimum wage. Provides pre-vocational training to prepare individuals for community employment.
    • Work-Based Learning for Youth
      Provides work-based learning and life skills development through the Enrich program for high school students with developmental or learning disabilities across 13 school districts and BOCES. Facilitates community-based work and volunteer experiences to build skills for future employment.
  • Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
    • Community Volunteer and Work Experience Initiatives
      Engages individuals in volunteer activities such as meal delivery for Meals on Wheels, food bank donations, and SPCA dog biscuit making. Operates a county-contracted highway cleanup initiative that employed individuals to clean over 300 miles of roadway and collect more than 480 bags of litter in 2022.
  • Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
    • Day Habilitation Programs
      Operates certified day habilitation sites and community-based "day hab without walls" models supporting approximately 432 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Ulster, Greene, and Putnam counties. Programs focus on community integration, socialization, skill development, and volunteerism, with 399 individuals enrolled in 2022.
  • Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
    • Inclusive Education and Early Childhood Programs
      Operates inclusive preschools and early education programs for children aged three to five with and without special needs, serving as a Universal Pre-Kindergarten site and offering private-pay enrollment. Provides center-based and community-integrated classrooms in partnership with local schools, focusing on children with autism, communication challenges, and learning difficulties.
  • Healthcare Compliance and Ethics Programs 1 activity
    • Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
      Implements systems to review, correct, and monitor incidents to enhance quality of care and protect individuals from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Complies with HIPAA Privacy and Security regulations through secure documentation, physical and electronic record protection, and controlled information sharing.
  • Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Respite Care Services
      Provides in-home and site-based respite care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including children up to age 3 through Early Intervention approval. Offers a voucher-based reimbursement program for family-chosen providers and operates weekday afternoon programs for socialization and leisure activities. Services are eligible under HCBS waivers and FFS vouchers.
  • Facility-Based Service Delivery 1 activity
    • Service Delivery Infrastructure
      Operates more than 50 service locations across Ulster, Greene, and Putnam counties, with facilities in Kingston, Carmel, Catskill, Ellenville, New Paltz, Saugerties, Cairo, and Mahopac, providing access to programs and services throughout the region.
  • Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Services 1 activity
    • Specialized Health and Therapy Services
      Delivers specialized care, therapy, and support services through Mid-Hudson Health Specialties, including psychology, psychiatry, medical care, and family support. Services are provided in-home, on-site, and via telehealth based on individual needs.
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy Services 1 activity
    • The Renaissance Program
      Operates a specialized autism day program using a person-centered approach to support individuals in achieving self-chosen life goals. Individualized support plans are developed with Applied Behavioral Science Specialists to guide daily activities, communication, and care.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$98.18M
Contributions & grants$1.86M2%
Program service revenue$95.63M97%
Investment income$426K0%
Other revenue$260K
expenses
Total expenses$95.70M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$77.77M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$66.47M
Cash$7.63M
Investments$10.45M
Liabilities$28.81M
Net assets$37.67M
Liquid reserves2.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +9.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 9
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
JOHN MCHUGH CEO 40 $420K
LINDA GOMES CHIEF OF LEGAL AFFAIRS 40 $242K
JENNIFER LEALE CFO 40 $241K
NAN PRIEST COO 40 $231K
NANCY DIB CHIEF CLINICAL OFFICER 40 $230K
ALICE DICKEY CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER 40 $174K
CHRISTINE THORBJORNSEN DIRECTOR OF FINANCE 40 $154K
CASEY NGO DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL 40 $149K
IATHA DENNIS-CAMPBELL DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL 40 $142K
board members · 15
  • ARTHUR GOULD — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHRISTINE BEYER — BOARD MEMBER
  • DENISE GRENIER-PETERSEN — BOARD MEMBER
  • DENNIS DOYLE — BOARD MEMBER
  • JACK RUDDICK — BOARD MEMBER
  • KATY FAIVRE — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARK STORCH — BOARD MEMBER
  • PETER ENRIGHT — SECRETARY
  • REBECCA WITTENBERG — BOARD MEMBER
  • ROBERT BOENING — TREASURER
  • ROXANNE PECORA — SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
  • SHEREE CROSS — BOARD MEMBER
  • SUSAN LUCAS — PRESIDENT
  • SUSAN SASSANO — BOARD MEMBER
  • TODD MCNUTT — VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 18

Who they work with

  • ACCES-VR Government — Referral and collaboration partner for employment services for individuals with disabilities.
  • Bob Boening Partner — Agency Board Liaison to the Foundation Board of Directors
  • Donor Perfect Partner — Third-party processor that handles credit card donations and payments.
  • Green Chimneys Partner — Partnership with a residential school in Putnam County to deliver pre-employment services, including classroom instruction and community work experiences for students.
  • Greene County families Partner — Founded by families in Ulster, Greene, and Putnam Counties who advocated for their children with disabilities.
  • Justice Center Government — Reports and investigates allegations of abuse/neglect in accordance with Justice Center guidance.
  • Mark Storch Partner — Agency Board Liaison to the Foundation Board of Directors
  • Meals on Wheels Partner — Collaborates on volunteer activities where program participants deliver meals.
  • OPWDD Government — Follows Part 624 regulations for incident management as issued by OPWDD.
  • Pine Grove Country Day School of Mahopac Partner — Collaborates on community-based integrated classrooms at Parkside Preschool.
  • Putnam County families Partner — Founded by families in Ulster, Greene, and Putnam Counties who advocated for their children with disabilities.
  • SPCA Partner — Engages participants in volunteer activities such as making dog biscuits for the organization.
  • The Arc Mid-Hudson Network — Ulster Greene Putnam County Chapters operate as part of The Arc Mid-Hudson network.
  • The Arc Mid-Hudson Partner — Provides residential services for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Ulster, Greene, and Putnam Counties.
  • The Arc of the United States Network — Member of the national network of The Arc, which advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Ulster County Early Intervention Government — Approves early intervention respite services for children up to age 3.
  • Ulster County families Partner — Founded by families in Ulster, Greene, and Putnam Counties who advocated for their children with disabilities.
  • Wiltwyck Golf Course Partner — Host venue for the Fall Golf Classic fundraising event.
strategies · 4

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.

  • Continuum of Employment and Pre-Employment Support
    methodology: employment_continuum
    By providing a structured continuum from school-to-work experiences to supported employment, the organization builds confidence, independence, and community integration because phased, personalized coaching aligns skill development with real-world job readiness and long-term vocational success.
  • Inclusive Education and Family-Informed Care Model
    methodology: inclusive_family_care
    By delivering inclusive education environments and involving families in training and governance, the organization strengthens skill development, social connection, and service effectiveness because shared learning and family engagement create supportive ecosystems that reinforce independence and lifelong participation.
  • Person-Centered, Goal-Centered Habilitation
    methodology: person_centered_habilitation
    By using person-centered and goal-centered habilitation approaches across residential, day, and vocational services, the organization supports individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve personal life goals and community integration because individualized planning increases ownership, engagement, and skill generalization in natural settings.
  • Self-Directed Support Model for Independence and Inclusion
    methodology: self_directed_support
    By empowering individuals to direct their own support services, the organization fosters greater independence, community inclusion, and skill development because autonomy in decision-making enhances motivation, self-determination, and real-world integration.