Mission & Values

To serve people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental illness in a manner that allows them to fulfill their ambitions, protects their rights, and fosters meaningful relationships at home, at work, and in the community.

Respect. Support. Empowerment.

Respect

We honor the unique strengths and voices of every person.

Support

We meet people where they are and help them grow.

Empowerment

We believe everyone has the right to shape their own future.

Our History

1952

Mission Takes Root
Local families establish the organization that will become Arc Human Services, setting a mission to respect, support and empower people with disabilities.
June 30, 2019

Community-Based Model Achieved
Arc closes its Training Center and becomes a fully community-based service provider.
December 2019

Brody Building Purchased
Arc purchases the former Brody’s Furniture building at 111 West Pike Street, planning it as a future headquarters and community hub.
May 1, 2020

First Lifesharing Home
The first Lifesharing home opens in Uniontown, offering a family-style living option for two women supported by Arc.
November 30, 2020

Headquarters Phase 1
Staff move into the renovated top floor of the Brody Building, marking the first phase of Arc’s downtown headquarters.
July 5, 2021

Camp Laugh-A-Lot Returns
Camp Laugh-A-Lot resumes at Vernon C. Neal Sportsplex, giving 50 campers six weeks of post-pandemic fun and social skill-building.
February 11, 2022

Ribbon-Cut on Community Hub
Community leaders cut the ribbon on the fully renovated Brody Building, now home to Arc offices, Chicco Baccello café and a public art gallery.
May 5, 2022

Workforce Grant Secured
Pennsylvania DCED awards Arc a $199,840 grant to train adults with ID/DD for manufacturing careers alongside local industry partners.
June 2024

Manufacturing Careers Milestone
Arc completes its two-year manufacturing-workforce initiative, connecting 25 job seekers to paid positions with regional employers.
April 24, 2025

Smart Living Home Opens
Arc opens the Smart Living Home in Peters Township, a tech-equipped demonstration house where visitors can test assistive devices in real life.