Liberty ARC

New Yorkers with disabilities deserve more than promises, and we were proud to share that message during today’s rally at the New York State Capitol! Along with direct support staff, advocates, and family members from across New York State, we spread the very important message that all people with disabilities deserve a system that is funded, staffed, and strong! That means: ✔️ A 4% Inflationary Increase ✔️ CarrForce Affordability Initiatives You can also tell state leaders to invest in inclusion and in people who make it possible with this one-click campaign: arcny.quorum.us/campaign/15386… #WeMatter #InvestInUs #CareForce #IamLiberty #GrowTogether

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM), and Liberty ARC is joining in on the celebration of this very special month! This year’s theme from the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) is “We’re Here: Then, Now, Always,” emphasizing the simple truth that people with developmental disabilities have always been a part of our communities and that they always will be 🏘️🧡. DDAM raises awareness about the inclusion of people with disabilities in all facets of community life, the elimination of barriers that are still faced in making meaningful connections, and highlighting the many accomplishments of people with disabilities in our community and throughout the nation. Liberty ARC is committed to creating a more accessible, welcoming, and inclusive environment for people with disabilities throughout their communities, not only in March, but during the entire the year! #NationalDevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwarenessMonth #DDAwareness2026 #DDAM #DDAM2026 #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether @NACDD

We have made incredible progress for New Yorkers with I/DD, but the fight must go on. Help us continue that momentum by advocating for funding, resources, and support for the I/DD community and those who support them through this one-click campaign: mstr.app/fd50b6dd-4d36-… #IDDCommunity #InvestInUs #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether @NYDisabilityAdv @AsmSantabarbara @SmullenNewYork @JamesTedisco @PatriciaFahy46 @MBWalsh112

We have made incredible progress for New Yorkers with I/DD, but the fight must go on. Help us continue that momentum by advocating for funding, resources, and support for the I/DD community and those who support them. You can do so through a one-click campaign HERE: mstr.app/fd50b6dd-4d36-… #IDDCommunity #InvestInUs #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether @NYDisabilityAdv @AsmSantabarbara @SmullenNewYork @JamesTedisco @PatriciaFahy46 @MBWalsh112

Yesterday was a big day at the New York State Capitol for Liberty ARC’s favorite newsletter publisher, Dylan Biddle! Dylan was able to sit down for an exclusive interview with New York State Assemblyman and Chair of the Assembly Committee on Disabilities @AsmSantabarbara , which will be featured in the upcoming edition of his e-newsletter, “Dylan’s Dish.” He was then introduced on the Assembly floor by Santabarbara, where he received a standing ovation, for his success as an author and a passionate self-advocate for people with disabilities. Laurel Skultety and Paul McAvoy from Liberty ARC, along with Dylan’s other staff members from AIM Services and the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and members of his family, were on hand to celebrate with him. Congratulations, Dylan! Check out the video of Dylan’s introduction here: youtu.be/3XG8ZA4r-48 #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether

📣 ADVOCACY ALERT: This article shows why it is critical that the final NYS budget includes a minimum 2.7% Targeted Inflationary Adjustment for human service contracts. Workers in the human services sectors, including our direct support workforce at Liberty ARC, DESERVE to keep up with inflation, and the state’s I/DD community DESERVES top-quality supports and services, because all New Yorkers DESERVE to live their best lives! Once you finish reading, we ask that you please take part in this one-click campaign to help spread this very important message to your legislators: mstr.app/fd50b6dd-4d36-… #InvestInMe #InvestInUs #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether @NYDisabilityAdv @AsmSantabarbara @SmullenNewYork @JamesTedisco @PatriciaFahy46 @MBWalsh112

The support system the I/DD community relies on is complex and requires ongoing investment. Let's continue to urge our lawmakers to invest in all New Yorkers living with I/DD and those who care for them. You can do so easily through a one-click campaign HERE: mstr.app/fd50b6dd-4d36-… #InvestInMe #InvestInUs #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether @NYDisabilityAdv @AsmSantabarbara @SmullenNewYork @JamesTedisco @PatriciaFahy46 @MBWalsh112

New Yorkers with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) rely on numerous services and programs to support their day-to-day lives. They deserve our attention and support, which is why we continue to urge lawmakers to prioritize continued investment in a stable care system. You can help spread this message easily through a one-click campaign HERE: mstr.app/fd50b6dd-4d36-… #InvestInMe #InvestInUs #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether @NYDisabilityAdv @AsmSantabarbara @SmullenNewYork @JamesTedisco @PatriciaFahy46 @MBWalsh112

📢 Join Us in Albany on March 10, 11:30 am at the Capitol! We're calling on legislators to invest in disability services: a 2.7% Targeted Inflationary Increase, affordable housing, stronger child and dependent care credits, and restored healthcare programs. Power in numbers! You also don't have to wait until the rally to have your voices hard! You can easily begin spreading the message to your legislators with this one click campaign: mstr.app/fd50b6dd-4d36-… #InvestInUs #InvestInMe #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether @NYDisabilityAdv @AsmSantabarbara @SmullenNewYork @JamesTedisco @PatriciaFahy46 @MBWalsh112

Liberty ARC is pleased to announce the promotion of Austin Barnes as the agency’s Assistant Director of IT. In his new role, Austin helps support the day-to-day operations of Liberty ARC’s IT department, working closely with the Director of IT to ensure continued service excellence and innovation across Montgomery and Schenectady Counties. You can learn more about Austin's career journey with Liberty ARC here: libertyarc.org/advancing-at-l… #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether

Liberty ARC’s Employment Services continues to leverage, share, and expand their best practices amongst their Montgomery and Schenectady County teams, as well as with other providers across New York State. In 2025, the Employment Services team had an opportunity to share Liberty ARC’s Careers for Me program with partners across the state through the Annual Supported Employment Leadership Conference and New York Day Service Provider Conference. In July 2025, the program even expanded within Liberty ARC and “went live” in Montgomery County! You can read more about this program expansion and the benefits it provides for the people we support in the latest edition of Liberty ARC's e-newsletter here: conta.cc/49PMTeY. #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogther

At Liberty ARC, we strive to create a positive environment and support opportunities for professional growth as our employees look to advance in their careers within the agency. Please help us in congratulating Liberty ARC employees Samantha Morris, Amy Stearns, and Stephanie Wilson on their recent promotions within the agency as Assistant Directors of Operations! You can read more about these promotions here: libertyarc.org/moving-up-at-l… #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether

Liberty ARC is featured several times in the latest edition of @thearcny e-newsletter, and our friend, Jah, even made the front cover with Santa 🎅! Check it out 👀! #IamLiberty #LibertyArc #GrowTogether CONNECTIONS NEWSLETTER ISSUE 22 online.flippingbook.com/view/714907852/

Liberty ARC is pleased to announce the appointment of Deborah Oliver as the agency’s Director of Nursing. You can read more about Oliver here: libertyarc.org/director-nursi… #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether

Mark, Allan, and Sidney have been friends for many years and the trio has a remarkable bond. It was no surprise that when an opening in Allan and Mark's home arose, they wanted to ask their pal, Sidney, to become their housemate. 💙 You can read more about Sidney's move in Liberty ARC's latest newsletter here: conta.cc/47dnBor #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether

With it being the season of giving thanks, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to @RiversCasino_NY for including Liberty ARC once again in their annual turkey distribution to local charities and community groups on Monday. 🦃 Around 62 turkeys were given out to people who receive supports from Liberty ARC through our Comm Hab and Supported Employment programs to enjoy with their families on Thanksgiving. Thank you, Rivers Casino, for always being a great community partner during the Holiday season and for thinking of the people we support! 🧡 #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether

Thank you to @AsmSantabarbara for stopping by for a festive visit with the people we support today! 💚❤️ Every year, the Assemblyman partners with a local organization to decorate ornaments with. They are then hung up during the city of Amsterdam's annual Tree Lighting Festival, and Liberty ARC was chosen this year! ✨🎄 We cannot wait to see our master pieces proudly hanging up during Friday's festivities! #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether

The war room of the New York State Capitol was electric today as we urged our state legislators to invest in crucial funding for disability services in the upcoming 2026-2027 executive budget. Liberty ARC along with advocates, family members, and other providers fought during the rally and will continue to fight to have our voices heard in order for ALL New Yorkers to live their best lives! For the upcoming budget, we are advocating for: ~ A 2.7 Targeted Inflationary Increase2 ~ Workforce support through housing, childcare, and healthcare enhancements ~Infrastructure and stable care support @thearcny @NYDA @GovKathyHochul @AsmSantabarbara @Assemblyman Robert Smullen @PatriciaFahy46 @JimTedisco @MARYBETHW #InvestInMe #InvestInUs #WeMatter #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether

Tambra Johnson works at Judson Meadows Assisted Living Facility, and her journey to landing a job with the company is a wonderful example of how dedication and perseverance can lead to success! 👏 Tambra was recognized for her growth and dedication with a certificate of appreciation for outstanding professional achievement and continued growth in employment. “Tambra started her employment journey by enrolling in [Liberty ARC’s] Employment Training Program, a program which is designed to prepare individuals for employment through specialized trainings and paid internships,” her nomination states. “Tambra was a success! Eventually being hired on as an employee of Judson Meadows. Tambra brings a playful spirit to her work, and over time she has shown tremendous improvement in her work skills. She has made great progress by learning the residents’ names and remembering where they sit at lunch, which has strengthened her connections with those she serves.” Congratulations, Tambra, on this wonderful achievement! #NDEAM #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth #IamLiberty #LibertyARC #GrowTogether