irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $2.85MDAY HABILITATION SERVICES - PROGRAM OPERATED TO PROVIDE THERAPEUTIC AND CARE SERVICES, WHICH INCLUDE DAILY LIVING, SELF-CARE, RECREATION TRAINING AND HABILIATION FOR MENTALLY AND PHYSCIALLY HANDICAPPED. THIS PROGRAM SERVED 93 INDIVIDUALS.
- #2 $1.20MEDUCATIONAL SERVICES-PROGRAM OPERATED FOR MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED CHILDREN RANGING IN AGE FROM 0-5. THIS PROGRAM SERVED 47 INDIVIDUALS.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Children's Corner Preschool Program
Operates three developmentally appropriate preschool classrooms in Tupper Lake and Malone for children ages 3–5, offering special education and related therapies
Children's Corner Program
Provides multidisciplinary home- or daycare-based evaluations for children birth to 2.5 years to determine eligibility for preschool special education services
Dayhab Without Walls
Day habilitation program focused on community-based skill development, personal goals, hygiene, and independent living
Residential Services
Offers 24-hour home support, supervised and supported IRA programs, and home-based waiver services for individuals living in homes or apartments
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Adaptive Sports Programs 1 activity
- Community Inclusion and Volunteer EngagementFacilitates one-on-one community inclusion activities between volunteers and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, matched by shared hobbies and interests, to promote social engagement and community participation.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Day Habilitation ServicesProvides day habilitation services focused on daily living skills, self-care, recreation training, and personal development for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Served 93 individuals in 2024 through programs including Dayhab Without Walls, which supports skill-building in community settings and goal-setting for independent living.
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Special Education Preschool Programs 1 activity
- Early Childhood Education and Special Education ServicesOperates preschool programs for children ages 3–5 with developmental disabilities, including three classrooms in Tupper Lake and Malone, offering special education, related therapies, and itinerant services delivered in homes, daycares, or other settings based on family preference. Provides educational services for children ages 0–5, serving 47 individuals in 2024, and supports achievement of personalized developmental goals such as literacy, mobility, and social engagement.
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Early Childhood Developmental Evaluation and Screening 1 activity
- Early Intervention EvaluationsConducts multidisciplinary evaluations for children from birth to age 2.5 in Franklin and Essex Counties to assess developmental delays and determine eligibility for early intervention services.
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Patient and Family Support Services 1 activity
- Family and Individual Rights SupportProvides information and support to individuals and families to understand and exercise their rights, ensure service satisfaction, and advocate for their needs within the service system.
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Residential Support ServicesProvides 24-hour home support for up to 14 individuals through the supervised Individual Residential Alternatives (IRA) program, and offers at least two hours per week of supported services to individuals or couples living in apartments through the supported IRA model.
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Program Monitoring & Evaluation 1 activity
- Service Quality and Client Feedback AssessmentConducts annual interviews with individuals and families to assess changing needs, evaluate service satisfaction, and inform continuous quality improvement. Supports a broader commitment to ethical practices and regulatory compliance as outlined in the 2026 Corporate Compliance Plan and Quality Improvement Plan.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$20.48M
Contributions & grants$463K2%
Program service revenue$19.65M96%
Investment income$126K1%
Other revenue$236K
expenses
Total expenses$20.11M
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$16.15M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$12.64M
Cash$4.15M
Investments$4K
Liabilities$3.63M
Net assets$9.01M
Liquid reserves2.5 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +0.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCOTT STILES | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $300K |
| ANN CHARETTE | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $196K |
| NATHAN RICKERT | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 40 | $182K |
board members · 6
- CASSANDRA BECKER — DIRECTOR
- DEBORAH RODDY — DIRECTOR
- MARILYN DUFFY — DIRECTOR
- POLLY SULLIVAN — VICE PRESIDENT
- REBECCA LEAHY — SECRETARY/TREASURER
- SUSAN ALEXANDER — PRESIDENT
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- CQL Network — CQL-accredited organization providing support and education for people with developmental disabilities.
- Families of individuals served Partner — Families are valued as integral team members in planning and delivering support services.
- New York State Education Department Government — Follows state-mandated policies and procedures for preschool special education evaluation and IEP development as outlined by NYSED.
- The Arc Network — Adirondack Arc is a chapter within The Arc's national network of county chapters.
- community partnerships Partner — Collaborates with community partners to support independent living for people with disabilities.
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.
- Community Integration and Inclusion Modelmethodology: community-integrationBy supporting individuals with developmental disabilities to live in community settings and participate in mainstream programs, we foster social capital, well-being, and independence because inclusion in nondisabled peer environments enhances dignity, belonging, and skill generalization.
- Early Intervention During Critical Developmental Periodsmethodology: early intervention educationBy providing tailored early childhood education for children ages 0–5 with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we support foundational development because intervention during critical neurodevelopmental windows maximizes long-term growth and adaptive outcomes.
- Family-Driven, Individualized Caremethodology: family-driven careBy centering families in goal-setting and service design, we improve alignment with personal values and priorities because family-led planning increases engagement, relevance, and long-term outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Habilitation-Centered Skill Developmentmethodology: habilitation-based careBy delivering therapeutic services focused on daily living, self-care, and recreational skills, we support the habilitation of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities because building functional competencies enables greater autonomy and participation in community life.