The Arc Mercer News

The Arc Mercer is proud to recognize Jaron Encarnación as Employee of the Month for his outstanding contributions to the Campus Day Program. Since joining the team, Jaron has made a strong impression through his positive energy, reliability, and dedication to the individuals he supports. Known for being a hard worker and dependable teammate, he consistently steps up when needed and is always willing to lend a hand when challenges arise. His ability to stay calm, focused, and

The Arc Mercer is proud to recognize three outstanding team members who have reached an important milestone, five years of service with the agency.  Missy Williams (Human Resources), Kevin Bilinsky-Trinidad (Janitorial Site Supervisor), and Tasheka Forrest (DSP, Senior Day Program) have each demonstrated long-standing dedication, consistency, and commitment to the mission. Reaching a five-year anniversary is a meaningful achievement, especially in a field where turnover can o

The Arc Mercer’s latest Team Atmosphere Committee (TAC) Awards celebration recognized Hamilton Township Police Officers Anthony Valdora and Brandon Walker for assisting an Arc Mercer employee who became stranded for several hours during the January 25, 2026 snowstorm while attempting to report to work at the Phaeton Group Home in Hamilton, New Jersey.  The officers stayed with the employee until a tow truck arrived, ensuring her safety throughout the incident and providing su

This past winter was one of the snowiest in recent memory. While severe weather can slow down many organizations, the Arc Mercer operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, rain, snow, or shine.  When major snowstorms created difficult conditions across the region, staff members stepped up in remarkable ways to ensure that the agency remained fully operational and that the individuals supported by the Arc Mercer continued to receive the highest quality of care. Through the agency

The Arc Mercer’s commitment to inclusion and community engagement was recently highlighted on a statewide stage when Arts and Community Engagement Manager Caryn Coyle  participated in a roundtable discussion hosted by the New Jersey Theatre Alliance. The session focused on improving access to the arts for community members who participate for personal enjoyment rather than professional careers . Caryn joined fellow panelist Rachel Aponte , Director of Education at the Visual

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