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ARIZONA RECREATION CENTER FOR THE

AZ · EIN 860310253 · $2.3M rev · operational · www.archaz.org
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ARCH is a 5-acre recreation center in Phoenix, Arizona, providing programs and activities for individuals of all ages with developmental and physical disabilities. The organization offers therapeutic recreation, health and wellness programs, socialization opportunities, and basic living skills education. It serves thousands annually, with a significant portion from low-income families.

activities · 25

what they do

direct service · 22
  • Adult Day Treatment and Drop-In Services Adaptive Social and Recreational Programs
    Provides 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 Programs
    Provides 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 Programs
    Operates 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 Programs
    Operates 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 Programs
    Operates 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 Programs
    Operates 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 Programming
    Coordinates 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 Operations
    Operates 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 Programs
    Organizes 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 Programs
    Organizes 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 Programs
    Provides 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 Programs
    Provides 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.
  • Offers training for the Special Olympics as part of its broader program offerings.
  • Specialized Recreation and Adventure Programs Multi-Use Community Center Operations
    Offers 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 Disabilities
    Provides specialized respite care for the special needs community, with over 50 years of continuous operation.
  • Specialized Respite Care Respite Care for Disabilities
    Provides 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 Disabilities
    Provides 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.
  • Employs 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 Programs
    Provides 2800 hours per week of supervised education.
  • Supervised Travel and Respite Trips Adaptive Social and Recreational Programs
    Organizes 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 Programs
    Offers 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 & Management
    Organizes special events and manages a volunteer program with 275 individuals, supporting program delivery and community engagement.
capacity building · 3
  • Facility and Program Management
    Manages 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 & Administration
    Manages grants to support operations and programs, directed by Jennie Banks.
  • Employs 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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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.