Possibility

The Space Between Limits

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CREATING POSSIBILITIES

Services & Supports for Individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities.

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OUR VISION

Recognizing people with different abilities as full contributing members of their community

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Work at COARC

Make a difference in the lives of others

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DONATE

We need your support now more than ever

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EMPOWERED

To expand abilities and realize goals

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STAFF SPOTLIGHT

See who is in the spotlight!

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Notice of Cyber Incident
This incident occurred on July 19, 2022, at NYSARC Columbia County Chapter (“COARC”), click to see details.

Coarc COVID-19 Information

Effective 3/18/20 (reviewed on 12/21/21):

Coarc’s Covid-19 Taskforce will continue to meet to evaluate all systems and procedures. Together, we continue our commitment to protecting the individuals we support, our dedicated staff, their families and our neighbors. Additional guidance on COVID-19 can be found on OPWDD, CDC.gov and The Arc NY. Guidance on how the virus is transmitted and how to stay safe and stop the spread in several languages can be found at Covid-19 in Plain Language.

Welcome to COARC

Expanding Abilities, One Person at a Time

Coarc has been an advocate and resource in Columbia County for people who experience disabilities and their families since 1965. We provide comprehensive services to children and adults, both in the community and at more than 20 Coarc locations.

COARC offers several grants for continuing education. Find out more and download an application here

2021 Annual Report

Download COARC’s annual report, click here to view.