Resources
Information is the best tool for a person looking to make life better for himself or someone else. We’ll give you that information, and show you how to use it.
Arc of Steuben will teach you a few things, and connect you with people who can teach you more. We’ll help you develop the network that’s essential for your loved one’s success in life.
We can guide you through the maze of diagnostic processes, service options and regulatory paperwork. We’ll show you what to watch for, and how to respond. We can even help you make your voice heard with policy makers.
Here’s where to start:
- Incredible Angels – The self-advocacy network we support with people with developmental disabilities
- Arc of Steuben’s Lending Library – Books, video and even games to keep you and your family informed.
- Preventing developmental disabilities.
- What to Watch For.
- Recognizing Autism.
- Other Resources.
“ I feel fortunate to work for this agency. I am given the opportunity to do what I love every day. I have been a part of this agency for many years. Our agency recognizes the need for improvements and strives to do that every day. This is to not only improve the lives of those we support, but also the associates. ”
Myths:
Hiring disabled workers increases workers compensation insurance rates.
Fact:
Insurance rates are based solely on the relative hazards of the operation and the organization's accident experience, not on whether an employer has hired workers with disabilities.
