The Arc Mercer News

The Arc Mercer Farm continues to grow, both in scale and in impact. What began as a long-term vision for sustainability, learning, and meaningful engagement is steadily taking shape through thoughtful planning and hands-on progress. The most recent milestone marking this journey is the early groundwork for a future wildflower meadow , now underway at the farm. With guidance from Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space , Arc Mercer has begun preparing the land by laying a tarp

At The Arc Mercer, independence has never been defined by what people cannot do, but by what becomes possible when the right supports are in place. As the agency looks ahead to 2026, that philosophy is guiding an innovative and thoughtful exploration: a structured pet ownership model for the people it supports . Pet ownership is a common part of life throughout the broader community, yet within IDD services it is rarely addressed in a formal or intentional way. Arc Mercer is

At The Arc Mercer, our mission has always been driven by people, both the individuals we support and the dedicated staff who make that support possible every day. As we move into 2026, the agency is proud to introduce updated time-off and pay policies that reflect a simple but powerful principle: when we listen to our mission-critical staff, better systems follow . Over the past year, Arc Mercer engaged employees across roles and programs to better understand what they need t

Richard Galgano | November Employee of the Month Cultivating Growth Through Purposeful Support The Arc Mercer proudly recognized Richard Galgano  from our Occupational Training Center , as the November 2025 Employee of the Month for his thoughtful leadership and deep commitment to meaningful outcomes for the consumers he supports. With four years of dedicated service, Richard is known for approaching his work with care, intention, and a steady focus on long-term impact. Nomin

Frontline staff at The Arc Mercer are more than the backbone of daily operations, they are essential partners in shaping the agency’s future. The TAC Ambassador Program  strengthens that partnership by elevating mission-critical staff, including Direct Support Professionals, Behavioral DSPs, Job Coaches, and Shift Managers, into leadership and strategic planning roles. Ambassadors serve as a bridge between staff and the Team Atmosphere Committee (TAC),  ensuring that frontlin

The Arc Mercer’s Team Atmosphere Committee (TAC) hosted its January 2026 Awards Luncheon on Friday, January 23, recognizing outstanding employees, celebrating personal growth, and honoring years of dedicated service across the agency.  The luncheon brought staff together to reflect on the meaningful contributions that strengthen Arc Mercer’s mission and workplace culture. Rising Star of the Month: Kevin Pearce  One of our residents, Kevin Pearce, was recognized as the Decembe