Who We Are

Founded by a small group of dedicated parents, in 1954, as the first non-profit organization of its kind in Rockland County. Today, The Arc Rockland provides supports and services to nearly 800 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

In addition, we are a key resource for information and referral regarding supports and services throughout the county, state and country. We are one of more than 40 chapters of  The Arc's statewide organization, and we are affiliated with the national organization of The Arc. Together, we speak in a strong and united voice as advocates for the rights of people with disabilities.

The Arc Rockland is proud of our active volunteer Board of Directors and Foundation Board, the members of which join with our professional staff and families to spread the word about the rights, responsibilities and capabilities of the people who count on us every day.

Annual Report

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The Arc Rockland Board of Directors | 2022-2023

OFFICERS

Dian Cifuni -  President

Robert Cooper -  First Vice President

John Smith - Treasurer

Karen Feinstein -  Assistant Treasurer

Edward Raush - Secretary

Lynda Meltzer - Assistant Secretary

DIRECTORS

Sonia Crannage, Esq.

Alexandra Leys

Laurence McCue

Paul L. Neugebauer

Kathleen Nowak

Rita Rameau

Michael Reiner

Diana Zernone

HONORARY MEMBERS

Jennifer Paretti, Esq. 

Susan Conklin

DIRECTORS EMERITUS

Hon. Thomas Zugibe 

Audrey McCue

Audrey Tarantino

DIRECTORS EMERITUS (In Memoriam)

Hon. Henry Gruffi

Irving Caminsky, PhD

Katherine Kavountzis

Doris Skrzec

Richard Sirota

Mission Statement 

To empower the people we support to make personal choices and realize dreams by providing them with resources to participate fully in community life.

Our Vision

To be the region’s leader and employer of choice in supporting people with disabilities. 

Our Values 

Honesty & Integrity
Empathy & Compassion
Accountability
Respect for Others
Teamwork

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Since its inception in 1954, The Arc Rockland has always worked to establish a more inclusive community.

The Arc Rockland strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency, and respect, providing everyone with an equal opportunity to thrive.  We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions of all of our employees – a workplace where every employee is able to bring their whole self to work.