Award to support guardianship and recreational opportunities for people with disabilities in Allegany and Steuben Counties
From Arc Allegany-Steuben
BATH, NY – The Arc Allegany-Steuben, a not-for-profit organization supporting people with disabilities, has been awarded $46,860 in grants from the Trustee Management Board of NYSARC Trust Services to support the Arc Allegany-Steuben’s guardianship and recreation programs.
NYSARC Trust Services administers supplemental needs trusts (SNT) and pooled trusts that can make dramatic improvements to the lives of people with disabilities by enabling individuals to maintain financial eligibility for Medicaid and other means-tested government benefit programs. For 2024, NYSARC Trust Services is proud to fulfill its commitment to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by awarding a total of $2,697,508 to The Arc New York Chapters statewide.
This year, the Arc Allegany-Steuben received $28,500 to provide guardianship services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who would not otherwise have a legal guardian or advocate. Supported by Chapter staff and community volunteers, the Arc Allegany-Steuben’s Guardianship Program currently provides guardianship supports and services to six people, with two additional people currently being approved.
NYSARC Trust Services also awarded the Arc Allegany-Steuben $18,360 to support recreational opportunities and enrich the lives of the more than 130 athletes it serves through its Green Machine athletics program. The Arc Allegany-Steuben utilized the recreation grant funds to continue and expand its sport/athlete program offerings; bocce, bowling, softball, track & field, basketball and dance.
To learn more about the supports and services offered by The Arc Allegany-Steuben, visit www.thearcas.org.
About NYSARC Trust Services
NYSARC Trust Services has administered supplemental needs trusts since 1972, helping thousands of people with disabilities protect their eligibility for government benefits and improve their quality of life. Our trust programs give people with disabilities the opportunity to maintain comfort and independence in the community while providing peace of mind to their family and loved ones.
NYSARC Trust Services provides administration of first- and third-party pooled supplemental needs trusts to help families plan for the future of a loved one with a disability, preserve income and assets for Medicaid planning purposes and long-term care needs, and protect unexpected windfalls of money.
For more information, please call (518) 439-8323 or visit us online www.nysarctrustservices.org.
