activities · 25
what they do
direct service · 22
- Adult Day Treatment and Drop-In Services Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsProvides day treatment and drop-in programs for adults with special needs, including supervised education, life-skills training, health and fitness activities, and respite care. These services are part of a broader suite of adult programs serving over 350 clients weekly.
- Adult Day Treatment and Drop-In Services Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsProvides day treatment, respite care, and drop-in services for adults with special needs, including life-skills education and supervised activities, serving a significant portion of the 5000 annual participants.
- After-School and Day Programs for Children and Young Adults with Special Needs After-School Youth Development ProgramsOperates an after-school program and the ARCHKids Program at its main campus and PV Campus, providing therapeutic and recreational activities, social skills development, homework assistance, and extended care supervision for children and young adults with special needs.
- After-School and Day Programs for Children and Young Adults with Special Needs After-School Youth Development ProgramsOperates an after-school program at its main campus in Metro Phoenix, providing therapeutic and recreational activities, social skills development, problem-solving support, homework assistance, and extended care supervision for children and young adults with special needs. The ARCHKids Program serves participants at both the Main Campus and PV Campus.
- After-school Program for Children and Young Adults with Special Needs After-School Youth Development ProgramsOperates an after-school program at its main campus on Colter Street in Metro Phoenix, providing therapeutic and recreational activities, independent living training, social skills development, problem-solving support, and homework assistance to children and young adults with special needs. The program also offers extended care supervision for 60% of children and teens.
- After-school Program for Children and Young Adults with Special Needs After-School Youth Development ProgramsOperates an after-school program at its main campus on Colter Street in Metro Phoenix, providing therapeutic and recreational activities, independent living training, social skills development, problem-solving support, and homework assistance to children and young adults with special needs. The program also offers extended care supervision for 60% of children and teens enrolled.
- Health and Wellness ProgrammingCoordinates the "STEPS to Health and Wellness" program and delivers health and fitness activities as part of structured programming for individuals with special needs.
- Operation of 5-Acre Recreation Center Multi-Use Community Center OperationsOperates a 5-acre recreation center in Phoenix that hosts a range of programs including athletics, fitness, and special events for individuals with special needs.
- Recreational Outings and Special Trips Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsOrganizes regular community integration outings and major supervised trips throughout the year, including the "California Dreaming" week-long tour of theme parks, "Camping in the Pines," the Gone Fishin' Club Camp-Out, and biannual trips to Laughlin with activities such as boat rides, bingo, shopping, and slot play.
- Recreational and Social Activities for Individuals with Special Needs Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsOrganizes a variety of recreational and social activities for individuals with special needs, including community integration outings, special events, volunteer opportunities, and major trips such as a week-long tour of California theme parks, trips to Laughlin, and camping/fishing trips. These activities are part of broader programs like Day Treatment for Adults, Adult Drop-In, Adventure Club, Performing Arts, Health and Fitness activities, and Life-Skills Education, serving over 350 clients weekly and 5000 annually.
- Recreational and Social Activities for Individuals with Special Needs Adult Day Health Care ProgramsProvides a variety of therapeutic and recreational activities, including community integration and outings, special events, and volunteer opportunities for participants. This includes programs like Day Treatment for Adults, Adult Drop-In, Adventure Club, Performing Arts, Health and Fitness activities, and Life-Skills Education, serving over 350 clients weekly and 5000 annually.
- Respite Care and Supervised Travel ProgramsProvides specialized respite care and organized travel programs such as the "California Dreaming" week-long tour, "Camping in the Pines," and trips to Laughlin, offering supervised vacations and relief for families and caregivers.
- Special Olympics Training Adaptive Sports Programs for Youth with DisabilitiesOffers training for the Special Olympics as part of its broader program offerings.
- Specialized Recreation and Adventure Programs Multi-Use Community Center OperationsOffers structured recreational programs including Special Olympics training, performing arts, health and fitness, and adventure clubs, with activities held at a 5-acre recreation center in Phoenix and incorporating community outings and events.
- Specialized Respite Care Respite Care for DisabilitiesProvides specialized respite care for the special needs community, with over 50 years of continuous operation.
- Specialized Respite Care Respite Care for DisabilitiesProvides specialized respite care for the special needs community, a service that has been offered for over 50 years.
- Specialized Respite Care Services Respite Care for DisabilitiesProvides specialized respite care for individuals with special needs, offering supervised programs that support families and caregivers. This includes extended care and overnight or multi-day supervised trips designed to give relief to caregivers.
- Staff and Volunteer Operations Local Workforce Employment in Community ServicesEmploys 18 full-time and 18 part-time staff and engages 275 volunteers to support weekly programming, including 2800 hours of supervised education per week.
- Supervised Education Youth Mentoring ProgramsProvides 2800 hours per week of supervised education.
- Supervised Travel and Respite Trips Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsOrganizes major trips throughout the year for individuals with special needs, providing supervised vacations and respite for families and caregivers. These trips include excursions to Laughlin, a 3-day fishing, hiking, and camping trip, "Camping in the Pines," and a week-long tour of California theme parks.
- Therapeutic and Life-Skills Education ProgramsOffers structured programs in life-skills education, health and wellness (including the "STEPS to Health and Wellness" program), performing arts, and special Olympics training, aimed at promoting independence and personal development for individuals with special needs.
- Volunteer Engagement and Special Events Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementOrganizes special events and manages a volunteer program with 275 individuals, supporting program delivery and community engagement.
capacity building · 3
- Facility and Program ManagementManages a permanent 5-acre recreation center in Phoenix, including athletics facilities and program operations, following relocation to the Colter Street campus in 1987.
- Grant Management and Organizational Capacity Grant Review & AdministrationManages grants to support operations and programs, directed by Jennie Banks.
- Staff and Program Management Local Workforce Employment in Community ServicesEmploys 18 full-time and 18 part-time staff and maintains structured program leadership, including program direction by Vera Martinez, adult services by Grace Jones, and coordination of athletics, drop-in services, and youth programs.
strategies · 20
how they think
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- Community Engagement through Newsletter community_engagement_through_newsletterThe organization uses a monthly newsletter as a mechanism to engage community members, encouraging their participation in volunteering for events and projects.
- Community Engagement through Newsletter community_engagement_through_newsletterThe organization utilizes a monthly newsletter to actively engage community members, encouraging their participation as volunteers for various events and projects.
- Community engagement via regular communication community_engagement_through_newsletterEngages community members in volunteering and program participation through a monthly newsletter that highlights events and service opportunities.
- Community engagement via regular communication and volunteer outreach community_engagement_through_newsletterEngages community members in volunteering and program participation through a monthly newsletter that highlights events and service opportunities.
- Comprehensive Developmental Support for Individuals with Special Needs comprehensive_developmental_supportThe organization employs a comprehensive approach that integrates therapeutic recreation, life skills development, and health and wellness programs to foster physical and mental potential, promote independence, and enhance the overall quality of life for children and young adults with special needs.
- Comprehensive developmental support through integrated services comprehensive_developmental_supportUses a holistic combination of therapeutic recreation, life skills instruction, and recreational activities to support the physical, cognitive, and social development of children and young adults with special needs, fostering independence and well-being.
- Comprehensive developmental support through integrated therapeutic and recreational services comprehensive_developmental_supportCombines therapeutic recreation, life skills development, and recreational activities to holistically support the physical, cognitive, and social development of children and young adults with special needs, enabling greater independence and quality of life.
- Family and community support through respite care and education respite_careStrengthens family unity and community inclusion by offering specialized respite care and public education programs that support families of individuals with special needs.
- Family and community support through respite care and public education holistic_supportStrengthens family unity and community inclusion by providing specialized respite care and public education programs that support families of individuals with special needs and increase community awareness.
- Holistic Support and Community Awareness holistic_supportThe organization aims to meet the evolving needs of individuals with disabilities by providing family support services and raising community awareness through public education programs, ultimately encouraging opportunities for a better quality of life.
- Holistic Support and Community Awareness holistic_supportThe organization aims to provide holistic support by addressing the evolving needs of individuals with disabilities, offering family support services, and fostering community awareness and public education.
- Individualized supervision and safety protocols supervised careEnsures participant safety and personalized attention through a structured supervision ratio (approximately 1:4), with 1:1 attendants provided for those requiring higher levels of support.
- Respite Care for Family Unity respite_careThe organization offers specialized respite care to support family unity within the special needs community, providing a safe and healthy environment for individuals with special needs.
- Respite Care for Family Unity respite_careThe organization provides specialized respite care in a safe and healthy environment to support and maintain family unity for the special needs community.
- Safe and Supervised Recreational Therapy recreational_therapyThe organization provides a fun, safe environment for recreation and sports activities for individuals with disabilities, maintaining a specific supervision ratio to ensure participant safety and well-being.
- Safety and supervision through structured staffing ratios supervised careEnsures a safe and supportive environment by maintaining a supervision ratio of approximately 1:4, with additional 1:1 attendants for participants requiring specialized care.
- Structured skill development for independence and self-esteem skill_developmentFocuses on teaching essential life and self-care skills to individuals with intellectual and cognitive disabilities to promote independence, physical well-being, and self-esteem through targeted instruction and therapeutic recreation.
- Supervised Care for Safety and Support supervised_careThe organization maintains a specific supervision ratio for participants and requires attendants for those needing one-on-one supervision, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for recreation and sports activities for individuals with disabilities.
- Therapeutic Recreation and Life Skills Development therapeutic_recreation_and_life_skills_developmentThe organization provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to develop their physical and mental potential through instruction in basic living skills and self-care, fostering independence, physical well-being, and self-esteem. This comprehensive approach combines therapeutic, recreational, and life skills development.
- Therapeutic recreation and life skills development therapeutic_recreation_and_life_skills_developmentProvides structured opportunities for individuals with disabilities to build physical and mental capabilities through targeted instruction in self-care, basic living skills, and recreational therapy in a safe and supportive environment.
named programs · 9
what they call their work
ARCHKids Program
After-school and summer programs for children and young people aged 8-22 with special needs, offering therapeutic and recreational activities, independent living training, social skills development, and homework assistance.
Adult Drop-In
Offers daily access to programs and activities for adults for a small fee.
Adventure Club
Organizes major trips and supervised vacations for individuals with special needs, both within and outside Arizona, including camping, fishing, and theme park tours.
Day Treatment for Adults
Provides programs and activities for adults with disabilities.
Health and Fitness activities
Offers activities focused on physical well-being.
Life-Skills Education
Teaches essential skills such as self-care, money management, home management, and community resources.
Performing Arts
Provides opportunities for participants to engage in performing arts activities.
STEPS to Health and Wellness
A program focused on promoting health and wellness among participants.
Special Olympic Training
Training for participants in Special Olympics sports.
relationships · 10
who they work with
- Arthritis Foundation Partner — Founding partner organization in the establishment of ARCH.
- Association for Retarded Citizens Partner — Founding partner organization in the establishment of ARCH.
- DDD Government — Works with DDD to secure funding for participants in the ARCHKids Program.
- Department of Developmental Disabilities Government — State Qualified Provider, certified to provide Community Based ‘Human Services’ to all ages.
- Easter Seals Partner — Founding partner organization in the establishment of ARCH.
- Multiple Sclerosis Society Partner — Founding partner organization in the establishment of ARCH.
- Muscular Dystrophy Association Partner — Founding partner organization in the establishment of ARCH.
- State of Arizona Government — Certified to provide Community Based ‘Human Services’ to all ages and holds HCBS OLCR certification for ‘Day Care programs’, ‘Transportation’ and ‘Respite Care Services’.
- Stephanie Partner — Point of contact for volunteering at special events
- United Cerebral Palsy Partner — Founding partner organization in the establishment of ARCH.