October 13, 2026 Open House
5:30 — 7:30 P.M.
4513 Philadelphia Road, Aberdeen, MD 21001
(Parking lot off of Ashford Drive)
Whether navigating services for an adult or child with any differing ability (disability), The Arc NCR team is here to provide support and direction. Plan on attending today. Click the button below to RSVP for our Open House event.
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Please note that services may have specific eligibility requirements.
We look forward to meeting you and helping to navigate the service(s) that are best for your family.
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 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!