Empowering people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to lead lives of their choice.
WHO WE ARE
MISSION STATEMENT
The Arc Lancaster Lebanon assists people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) and Autism and their families to navigate an often complex system by coming alongside and asking what makes a meaningful life and helping identify what is needed to make that life happen. We believe a person with a disability has value and equal worth, and it benefits our community when people with disabilities are included. We work to counter the stigma that people with I/DD come upon daily and help overcome barriers to inclusion and achievement.
Our staff are experienced in the qualifications of funding, the rules related to school Individualized Education Program (IEPs) or adult Individual Support Plan (ISPs), and are knowledgeable about the community service providers.
We work closely with Lancaster County Behavioral Health & Developmental Services, Lebanon County Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities/Early Intervention, Supports Coordinators and local service providers. We participate on local and statewide coalitions and committees (such as housing and transportation) to bring the voice of those we serve to the discussion making sure their needs are represented.
OUR TEAM
Maureen Westcott
Executive Director
Amy Austin
Program Manager
Amy Fisher
Advocacy & Family Support
Kathy Stewart
Development Coordinator
Dana Henry
Administrative Assistant
WHAT WE BELIEVE & DO
Our Mission: Empowering people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and their families to lead full, satisfying, independent lives of their choice.
Why we exist (Our Purpose)
To empower: To empower people with IDD and their families to lead full, satisfying, independent lives of their choice
To champion: To champion the voice of people with I/DD and their families.
How we behave (Our Core Values)
Impartial: Driven by the best outcome regardless of popularity
Inclusive: Being part of the community as a whole, not separate
Informed: Up to date knowledge and understanding of IDD system
What we do
Advocate: Empower and Support to help make voices heard
Educate: Teach, train, inform on issues related to IDD
Navigate: Help to understand the issues and identify paths to solutions
Collaborate: Partner to embrace shared goals in order to create and drive positive change
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Board positions effective as of July 1, 2023
Michelle Butler*,
Chair, Bayada Home Health Care
Ina Hosszu*, Vice Chair, Manheim Central School District
Christian Vidal*,
Secretary, Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Inc.
Amy Jaros*,
Treasurer, Dutchland Inc.
Alison Andersen*,
Cocalico Biologicals
Dana Barone*,
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation OVR
Rebekah Christens*, Penn Medicine LGH
Kerri Clauser,
Pine Grove Area School District
Dave Dietrich,
Strategic Equity Management
Amy Jaros*, Treasurer, Dutchland Inc.
Josh Stoudt,
Assured Partners
Maureen Westcott*,
Executive Director
Item of Note: Those noted with an * below have a family member or is a person with a disability.
OUR AFFILIATES
The Arc Lancaster Lebanon is affiliated with the following organizations:
To learn more about each of our affiliates, click on their name to visit their website.
The Arc Lancaster Lebanon is a Registered 501(c)3 Organization. The official registration and financial information may be obtained from the PA Department of State by calling (800) 732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
NEWS & HAPPENINGS
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Hours
- Mon - Thu
- -
- Friday
- Appointment Only
- Sat - Sun
- Closed
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