Our Mission
Since 1953, The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region has partnered with people with disabilities to create lives of independence, connection, community and possibility. Supporting people over, “The Arc of a Lifetime,” through the following services:
OUR MISSION
The Arc NCR partners with people with disabilities to create lives of independence, connection, community and possibility.
Our Vision
A world where people with disabilities live with dignity, belonging, opportunity, and limitless possibility as they shape their own lives and strengthen their communities.
Our Tagline
Live.
Work.
Thrive.
Our Guiding Principle
People first always.
Our Core Values
Belonging
Everyone matters.
Choice and Voice
People lead their own lives.
Think Big
We pursue possibility.
Transform Community
Together we change the world around us.
About Our Name
What Does Our Name Mean?
Our name is “The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region,” or “The Arc NCR,” for short. The correct use of our name means a lot. It represents supporting people with differing abilities over the arc of their lifetime. It means the only “r” word we use is “respect.” We invite you to read below and learn the history of our name, and the impact our name is making today.
1998
Our name became “The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region.” This name promotes our mission, and encompasses the region we serve – Harford and Cecil Counties in the northern Chesapeake region of Maryland.
The Arc of the United States created a wonderful video showcasing the support given to people with differing abilities. It also explains the meaning of “Arc” in The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region!
History
Since 1953, The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region has helped people with differing abilities build better lives one person at a time. Supporting these individuals and their families over, “The Arc of a Lifetime.”
In 2023 our organization celebrated its 70th anniversary and put together a website page dedicated to our 70 years of history. Visit that page by clicking here.
Also, view our 70th anniversary kickoff video to see how our organization has made so much progress in our community over the years.