irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $11.35MDAY SERVICES - THE GOAL OF THE ADULT DAY SERVICES IS TO HELP ADULTS WHO HAVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF SOCIETY. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES A CONTINUUM OF DAY SERVICES BASED UPON INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND PREFERENCE. A) DAY HABILITATION TEACHES INDIVIDUALS TO EFFECTIVELY UTILIZE COMMUNITY SERVICES IN TRADITIONAL SITE BASE SETTING OR IN THE COMMUNITY IN "WITHOUT WALL" PROGRAMS. B) PREVOCATIONAL: ASSISTS THE PERSON WITH ADJUSTING TO THE DEMANDS OF THE WORKPLACE. C) TRANSITIONAL SERVICES: SUPPORT STUDENTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AS THEY GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL SUCCESSFULLY TRANSITION INTO THE ADULT WORLD, SET MEANINGFUL GOALS AND BECOME CONTRIBUTING MEMBERS OF THEIR COMMUNITIES.
- #2 $4.12MPRESCHOOL - PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL, SOCIAL AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, FROM BIRTH TO FIVE YEARS OF AGE, AND THEIR FAMILIES. THESE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED BASED ON THE PHILOSOPHY THAT CHILDREN, AND THEIR FAMILIES, SHOULD BE GIVEN A CHOICE OF RESOURCES TO MAXIMIZE THEIR CHILD'S POTENTIAL. OUR SERVICES PROVIDE INCLUSION INTO COMMUNITY LIFE IN SETTINGS WHERE CHILDREN WHO HAVE A WIDE RANGE OF ABILITIES AND INTERESTS ARE ACCEPTED. THE CURRICULUM IS DESIGNED TO ENHANCE CHILDREN'S SELF ESTEEM, AN ESSENTIAL ELEMENT OF POSITIVE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT. OVER 380 STUDENTS SERVED.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Choices Program
Person-centered program combining day habilitation, supported work, and volunteer opportunities to prepare high school graduates for adult life and employment
Day Habilitation
Teaches individuals with developmental disabilities to effectively utilize community services in traditional site-based or community "without walls" programs
Preschool
Provides educational, social, and support services for children from birth to five years of age and their families, emphasizing inclusion and self-esteem development
Prevocational Services
Assists individuals in adjusting to the demands of the workplace and includes diagnostic vocational evaluation through VESID sponsorship
Project Search
Internship program for young adults with developmental disabilities to gain workplace experience and transition to competitive employment
Transition Academy
Program launched in 2022 to prepare young adults with developmental disabilities for success after high school through structured transition planning
Transitional Services
Supports students with developmental disabilities as they graduate high school, helping them set meaningful goals and transition successfully into adult life
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Program Monitoring & Evaluation 1 activity
- Conducting quality assurance and improvement activitiesImplements structured Personal Outcomes Measures® (POMs) interviews and satisfaction surveys with service recipients, conducts quality improvement survey visits, and uses feedback to highlight program strengths and areas for improvement in service delivery.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Delivering adult day and habilitation servicesProvides adult day services including day habilitation, prevocational training, and transitional support to promote independence and community integration for individuals with developmental disabilities. These services are part of structured daily programs that include diverse activities aligned with personal interests and goals.
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Language Access Services 1 activity
- Ensuring accessibility and communication equityProvides free communication aids and services for people with disabilities, including qualified sign language interpreters, written materials in alternative formats (e.g., large print, audio, accessible electronic), and language services for individuals with limited English proficiency, such as translated documents and interpreters.
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Fundraising and Financial Support for IDD Services 1 activity
- Funding program operations through grant receiptsReceives grant funding to support its programs, including $197,688 from NYSARC Trust Services, which is used to finance services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Operating early intervention and inclusive preschool education programsProvides inclusive early childhood education and support services for children from birth to age five, including comprehensive multidisciplinary preschool evaluations at a state-approved evaluation site in Hawthorne, NY. Serves over 230–380 students annually through specialized programming and early intervention service coordination for infants, toddlers, and their families.
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
- Providing health, wellness, and safety education servicesDelivers health and wellness supports through nurses, therapists, nutritionists, and direct support staff to enhance well-being. Also provides education and resources to promote safety for individuals with disabilities in various environments.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Providing supports and services for individuals with developmental disabilitiesOffers comprehensive programs and services to over 2,000 children, teenagers, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Westchester County to promote independence, productivity, community participation, and self-reliance. Services are delivered through a network of multiple locations across the county and supported by a staff of approximately 700 employees.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Supporting employment transition and job placementOffers targeted programs such as Transition Academy, Project Search, and the Choices Program to support young adults with developmental disabilities in transitioning from school to employment and independent living. Provides individualized job placement, pre-employment and on-the-job training, and ongoing follow-up support across sectors including retail, food service, education, and office environments.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$65.16M
Contributions & grants$3.85M6%
Program service revenue$59.93M92%
Investment income$592K1%
Other revenue$778K
expenses
Total expenses$58.53M
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$44.74M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$56.56M
Cash$13.85M
Investments$5.29M
Liabilities$17.80M
Net assets$38.76M
Liquid reserves3.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +12.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| TIBISAY GUZMAN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/CEO | 35 | $417K |
| SOOSAN TEHRANI | CFO | 35 | $353K |
| PAUL TORRES | DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $314K |
| CHERYL CORBETT | CONTROLLER | 35 | $219K |
| MYRIAM VOCKE | DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES | 35 | $196K |
| TARA O'SHAUGHNESSY | CLINICAL TEAM LEAD | 35 | $170K |
| LINDA APFEL | NURSING DIRECTOR | 35 | $166K |
| TODD MERRITT | DIR. OF STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND BEHAVIORAL SRVCS | 35 | $162K |
board members · 17
- ABBY REUBEN — DIRECTOR
- AUSTIN HARRIS — DIRECTOR
- BRADLEY SERLIN — DIRECTOR
- CAROLYN HOLODAK — DIRECTOR (THRU 05/24)
- CHRISTOPHER ORLANDO DPM — DIRECTOR
- DANUSIA PAWSKA — SECRETARY
- DAPHNE DADDINO — DIRECTOR
- DEBRA BORNSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- JACOB CANE — DIRECTOR
- JEFF WOOD — PRESIDENT (THRU 06/24), IMMEDIATE PAST PRES. (EFF 07/24)
- JENNIFER HUGGINS — DIRECTOR
- JOHN BARRETT — DIRECTOR
- JOHN CASTANARO — DIRECTOR (EFF 06/24)
- JOHN MCANDREW — DIRECTOR
- JON V KOLE — DIRECTOR (EFF 07/24)
- KATHERINE WILSON CONROY ESQ — DIRECTOR (THRU 06/24)
- KYLE O'LOUGHLIN-CAHILL — DIRECTOR
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Acces-VR Government — Refers individuals to Acces-VR for vocational rehabilitation services as part of career development pathway.
- CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership Partner — Accrediting body that has granted accreditation to The Arc Westchester.
- NYSARC Trust Services Funder — Provides grant funding to support programs and services
- RWE Clean Energy Partner — Employer of Mark Glucksman, President of The Arc Westchester Board of Directors, indicating a professional affiliation.
- State of New York Government — Operated under state recognition and regulation as a provider of services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including historic establishment of a school through court action.
- The Arc New York Network — Chapter of The Arc New York
- The Arc New York Network — Chapter of The Arc New York, receiving programmatic, financial, compliance, and guardianship support.
- The Arc New York Network — Local chapter of The Arc New York, part of a statewide network of 35 chapters providing services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- The Arc USA Network — Chapter of The Arc USA
- The Arc of the U.S. Network — Affiliated member of The Arc of the U.S., part of a national network advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights Government — Entity with which individuals can file civil rights complaints regarding access to language or disability services.
- Westchester County Government — Operates as a New York State-approved preschool evaluation site under Westchester County's CPSE process.
- Westchester County Department of Health Partner — Collaborates with the Westchester County Department of Health for early intervention evaluations.
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 Over Institutionalizationmethodology: deinstitutionalization_and_community_integrationBy replacing institutional models with community-based services, inclusive employment, and decentralized access points, NYSARC fosters dignity, self-reliance, and lifelong inclusion because physical and social integration within communities is foundational to achieving fulfilling lives for people with developmental disabilities.
- Family-Engaged Service Modelmethodology: family-centered_supportBy integrating family input into assessment, navigation, and long-term support planning, NYSARC enhances service relevance and effectiveness because families play a critical role in advocacy, decision-making, and sustained well-being for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Person-Centered Planning and Supportmethodology: person-centered_supportBy aligning services with individual goals and aspirations through person-centered planning and direct feedback mechanisms like Personal Outcomes Measures® interviews, NYSARC promotes independence, community participation, and personal goal achievement because meaningful engagement requires services to reflect the unique preferences and lived experiences of individuals with developmental disabilities.