The Arc Mercer News

The Arc Mercer’s annual Constellation Gala  once again brought together residential staff, leadership, and supporters for an evening dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary work taking place across the agency’s homes. The event recognizes the teams whose commitment to quality support, safety, and community engagement produced exceptional outcomes for the individuals served throughout the year. Behind every number celebrated at the gala is the daily dedication of mission-cr

The future of our Senior Day Program reached new heights this week, literally.  On Wednesday, February 18, representatives from The Arc Mercer gathered at 999 Lower Ferry Road to participate in the official Topping-Out Ceremony for the new Ewing Senior & Community Center. Leaving a Mark on History This wasn't just a construction milestone, it was a deeply personal moment for the Arc Mercer. As the new structure reached its full height, members of The Arc Mercer’s Senior Day P

On Friday, February 20, 2026, the Team Atmosphere Committee’s Black Culture Advisory Group  delivered a powerful tribute to heritage and community progress. The event, held both in-person and virtually, served as a cornerstone of the agency’s commitment to cultural awareness and staff engagement. This year’s program was a great place to celebrate the mission of the Black Cultural Advisory Group  to build a strong infrastructure for black individuals and families with special

Each December, the Arc Mercer continues one of its most cherished traditions, the Holly Jolly Holiday Tour. Over the course of four days, the agency’s executive leadership and administrative team visited every program site and all 25 residential group homes, delivering holiday gifts for consumers and bonuses for staff.  More than a celebration, the tour is a personal commitment from leadership to meet every employee, shake their hand, and thank them for the life-changing work

The Arc Mercer hosted its 2025 Annual Fall Gala at the Stone Terrace in Hamilton , bringing together staff, families, community partners, and dedicated supporters for an evening of celebration, gratitude, and mission-driven storytelling. This year’s gala raised an extraordinary $301,000 , a testament to the community’s belief in the agency’s life-changing work and its commitment to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).  These vital funds will dir

The Arc Mercer’s Family Supports Department proudly represented the agency at a recent ASAH Membership Meeting, an event bringing together leaders from across New Jersey’s special education and adult service communities.  The Arc Mercer was a sponsor of the meeting and luncheon, continuing its commitment to supporting statewide collaboration in the field of intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) services. Senior Director of Program Development Stacy Klein  and Direct