Tri-County ARC, Inc.

Residential Services

We currently operate seven residential facilities in the Eastern Connecticut towns of -  Ellington, Stafford Springs, Coventry, Tolland, Danielson, Columbia, and Dayville.  The main focus of our residential programs is to work of the following goals with our residents:

• To become active members of the community
• To be independent and self-reliant
• To promote adult responsibility, conduct, and relationships
• To live a productive life
• To live healthy life-styles
• To replace impulse, compulsive, or destructive behavior with dignity, self-worth, communication skills, productivity, and harmonious relations

Day Services

The main focus of our Day Programs is to promote independence for people with disabilities in vocational and community settings. The needs and interests of the individual determine the type of setting and the amount of supports necessary to ensure a positive experience. We offer the following programs:

• Independent Placement - Individuals are supported at their own jobs
• Janitorial Work Crews - Individuals work on a crew with a full-time supervisor in area business. Independence and work skills are emphasized.
• Lawn Work Crew - Individuals work on a landscaping crew with a full-time supervisor. Independence and work skills are emphasized.

• Community Experience Programs - Provide intensive support for people to experience life in the community. Emphasis is on developing social and daily living skills.

Outreach & Recreation

Our Outreach & Recreation Department offers many opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities in non-traditional settings. We offer programs in the following areas: