The Arc Mercer News

In 2026, The Arc Mercer will be working toward  a renewed focus on meaningful goal progression for the people the agency supports. While individualized goals are widely used across IDD services, there is currently no nationally accepted standard  that defines what quality goal progression should look like. As a result, goals can vary greatly across providers and systems. At The Arc Mercer, this gap presents an opportunity for thoughtful improvement. Rather than focusing only

The Rising Star of the Month Award recognizes consumers served by the Arc Mercer  who are making meaningful strides toward their personal goals. This award highlights progress in areas such as skill development, confidence, independence, teamwork, and perseverance, celebrating each individual’s journey and the effort it takes to move forward. October Rising Star of the Month: Corey Migdal Corey Migdal was nominated by Andrea Resko of the Arc Mercer Healthcare Center, who reco

This holiday season, the Arc Mercer’s Residential Department once again brought its Good Neighbor Program to through a heartfelt door-to-door holiday outreach led by residential staff and the individuals supported by the agency. Together, staff and consumers stepped into the neighborhoods surrounding Arc Mercer group homes to personally wish neighbors a happy holiday season. With poinsettias in hand, the group went door to door, sharing smiles, warm greetings, and small momen

The Arc Mercer gathered for its December Team Atmosphere Committee (TAC) Awards Luncheon , celebrating staff members whose commitment, compassion, and leadership make a meaningful difference every day. The agency recognized two Employees of the Month and two Rising Stars  from October and November, while also honoring work anniversaries and the collective effort behind the agency’s culture of excellence. At the heart of the event were the stories shared through peer nominati

The Arc Mercer’s consumer artists recently unveiled a spectacular exhibition, "Constructed Realities,"  demonstrating a powerful commitment to creative expression and challenging viewers to embrace the bizarre and unexpected. The art program’s Arc Collective, featuring the work of more than 40 artists  and showcasing 68 distinct pieces , successfully brought the theme of Surrealism  to life. The movement, which celebrates the subconscious and the power of imagination, served

The Arc Mercer’s Janitorial Department continues to shine, not only for the quality of its work, but for the character of its team members. A recent act of honesty at the Mercer County Clerk’s Office exemplifies the professionalism that defines this department. During routine cleaning, Carlos Ochoa, a valued consumer employee on the janitorial team, discovered a lost phone in a restroom. Without hesitation, he notified his supervisor, Mirian Ajanel Pacaja, who immediately ens