Dale and Jon Paul’s Story
During the holiday season, we celebrate all that allows us to live a good life. For so many of the families that we serve, like [...]
Powering the Possibilities: Maddie’s Story
As you step through the doors of the new Miller Electric Company building, one of the first things you see is Maddie’s smiling face. [...]
On Campus Graduates 2021
Congratulations On Campus Transition Class of 2021 This academic year brought a sense of renewed hope to our On Campus Transition students. We [...]
The right thing, the right way: Pitney Bowes and Arthur
“I wish I could bottle up his positive energy -his attitude is contagious.”LaTanya Mathis, Bound & Packet Mail/Quality Control Supervisor says working with Arthur over [...]
Rinse and Repeat: Evan’s Employment Journey
A broad grin spreads across Evan’s face as he proudly shows off his two-year anniversary pin on his Mayo Clinic name badge. Since he started, [...]
University of North Florida Welcomes new President for a Day
“This is the best day forever because I represented On Campus Transition.” – Sarah Waters, OCT student It’s not every day that a student [...]
Holmes Custom and Cat: A Culture of Success
Bryan Croft, President and CEO of Holmes Custom, places a huge emphasis on the culture within his company. Bryan’s father co-founded Holmes Custom in 1954 [...]
A “Prime” Opportunity for Employment
Once someone experiences it, it becomes easier to see the opportunities, Zac Bruker emphasized of his experience in partnering with The Arc Jacksonville for employment [...]
Winning in and out of the arena
Matt, an incoming fourth-year student in our On Campus Transition (OCT) college experience program, loves horses! He is a member of the UNF Equestrian [...]
Difference Maker
Start by just being yourself. As part of an internal campaign, EverBank identified employees throughout the company who are seen as Difference Makers. Our [...]
Seeing beyond limitations: a road to successful employment
Florida Blue is committed to offering opportunities for individuals of all abilities. They employ individuals who fit their corporate culture of embracing and understanding differences. [...]
The ?Patio Girl? at The Arc Jacksonville Village
Written by: Victoria Wirtz, Florida Backyard?Store Manager When most people think about a business they think about income, sales, and how to increase profits. [...]
What’s Next for Robert
Robert, a resident of The Arc Jacksonville’s Jammes Road group home, decided to see what other Arc services were available to help him reach his [...]
What’s Next for Christine “Chrisy” Pearre
When Christine “Chrisy” Pearre started volunteering with The Arc Jacksonville seven years ago, she never expected it would change her life. Three years later, she [...]
Peace of Mind
My daughter, Sandra, has Down syndrome and turned 32 years old on December 8th. She had been in a care facility for years, but [...]
Seeing beyond limitations
Seeing beyond limitations: a road to successful employment While October 5, 2009 may have seemed like an ordinary day for most, for James Moultrie, that [...]
Hayley’s Next Steps
One thing you notice about Hayley is her can-do attitude. She says, It’s the greatest thing to do a challenge just try. You can’t assume [...]
SOAR: A turning point
For Kevin Hughes, 31, attending The Arc Jacksonville’s Social Opportunity and Recreation (SOAR) program was a turning point in his life. Kevin was born [...]
March Mission Moment
This month?s?Mission Moment?focuses on three residents in The Arc Jacksonville group homes. Group homes are perfect for individuals looking to live independently with some [...]
Seeing beyond limitations – a road to successful employment
While October 5, 2009 may have seemed like an ordinary day for most, for James Moultrie, that day changed everything. On that Monday James [...]
Turning a House into a Home
While 750 square feet may not seem like a lot of space, prominent interior designer and Arc Jacksonville board member, R. Ward Lariscy has [...]