ACHIEVE

ACHIEVE Thankfully not everyone shared this philosophy. The first programs were offered by volunteer teachers in donated space in a church basement.

ACHIEVE, a Chapter of The Arc New York, is the premier provider of services to individuals with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities in Broome, Chenango and Tioga Counties and has proudly been a part of this community for 70 years. A Brief History of ACHIEVE
More than sixty years ago it was a common practice for children with intellectual and other developmental disabilities to be pl

aced in state institutions. Those families who chose to keep their children at home were told that their children were not eligible for and could not benefit from an education, something to which every child is entitled. Ten brave families - Walter and Kathryn Baird, Clyde and Elsie Brown, Howard and Esther Hall, Siegfried and Jane Heierman, Harry and Roye Sall, George and Josephine Sheehe, Joseph and Esther Stuckert, Robert and Annette Sturdevant, Floyd and Marian Taylor, and Glenn and Marian Young - who wanted a better life for their children joined with another group of parents in New York State to establish the Broome County Association for Retarded Children so that their children could attend school, receive an education, and lead a productive life. In September of 1952 when this organization was established, ACHIEVE's founding families started out with nothing but a common goal and dream. Parents went door-to-door to collect donations, and in a few years these passionate families were able to establish a school program and summer camp for their children and other children in the community. ACHIEVE continued to grow as we merged with the Chenango ARC in September of 2016. Our organization welcomed 400 new program participants and over 100 new employees to the ACHIEVE family. ACHIEVE’s founding families had a vision for the future. Today ACHIEVE has grown into an twenty-nine-million dollar agency operating an array of services in thirty-one facilities for more than 2,200 individuals. These families were always thinking, planning, and working, and today ACHIEVE continues to live out its mission - As a chapter of NYSARC, Inc. it is the mission of ACHIEVE to advocate for an enhanced quality of life through skill advancement, inclusion, integration, and independence of persons with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities through services provided in Broome, Chenango and Tioga Counties.

📢 Don't Forget to Register for Our Virtual Unification Q&A Sessions happening THIS Wednesday!As ACHIEVE and The Arc Madi...
06/22/2026

📢 Don't Forget to Register for Our Virtual Unification Q&A Sessions happening THIS Wednesday!

As ACHIEVE and The Arc Madison Cortland continue our journey toward becoming one organization on September 1, 2026, we invite you to learn more about what lies ahead.

Join us on Wednesday, June 24, for a virtual Q&A session to hear updates, ask questions, and learn how we're building a stronger future together.

🕑 Session 1 (2 PM–3 PM): https://tinyurl.com/mr3bt74d
🕕 Session 2 (6 PM–7 PM): https://tinyurl.com/2dbvbdfn

Please pre-register and submit any questions through the registration form. We look forward to connecting with you!

The Arc Madison Cortland The Arc New York

As we move forward with unifying our organizations, we're dedicated to keeping you updated on our progress. In addition to all the steps needed to bring our teams together, we're prioritizing opportunities for people from both organizations to connect and build new relationships. We're on track for our September 1, 2026, unification date and are grateful for the collaboration and dedication of our staff.

Recent highlights include joint celebrations: The Arc Madison Cortland's Staff & Board Appreciation night at the Syracuse Mets game, and ACHIEVE’s 71st Annual Dinner Dance & Award Ceremony, where Perry Courto, CEO of The Arc Madison Cortland, received ACHIEVE’s first-ever Unity Award for his leadership and commitment to inclusion.

Looking ahead, employees and the people we support will soon get to vote on the new name for our combined organization. Stay tuned for the announcement in July!

We also invite you to join our upcoming virtual Unification Q&A sessions on Wednesday, June 24. These sessions are open to the people we support, family members, staff, board members, and community members interested in learning more about the future of our services and communities. To participate, please pre-register for one of the sessions below:

Session 1 (2PM–3PM): https://tinyurl.com/mr3bt74d
Session 2 (6PM–7PM): https://tinyurl.com/2dbvbdfn

Please submit questions through the registration form so we can best prepare and address as many as possible during the sessions.

Thank you for your continued support as we build a stronger future together for the people and communities that we are honored to serve!

The Arc Madison Cortland

🚨 FINAL WEEK TO ENTER! 🚨There's still time to score FREE tickets and join ACHIEVE for an unforgettable night at the ball...
06/22/2026

🚨 FINAL WEEK TO ENTER! 🚨

There's still time to score FREE tickets and join ACHIEVE for an unforgettable night at the ballpark! ⚾💙

On Wednesday, July 1, ACHIEVE will once again be part of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies We Care Wednesday celebration as we kick off Disability Pride Month. We hope you'll join us as we come together to celebrate inclusion, community, and everything that makes us !

🎟️ Get your game tickets today:
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVERumblePonies26

🎉 Want a chance to WIN (4) FREE tickets? Time is running out!

Here's how to enter:
✅ Sign up as an ACHIEVE member at tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEMembership26
✅ Every membership sign-up earns you another chance to win — so be sure to invite your friends, family, and coworkers to join too!

📅 Entry deadline: June 26
🏆 Winner announced: June 29

Don't miss your chance to be part of this special community celebration and enter to win before the deadline. Let's fill the stands, celebrate Disability Pride Month, and make some amazing memories together! ⚾💙

🎉 Happy 🎉

We're excited to once again be part of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies We Care Wednesday this summer! ⚾💙

This event is open to EVERYONE so join us on Wednesday, July 1 for a fun night of baseball, community, and celebration! With Disability Pride Month kicking off in July, there's no better way to show we're than by filling the stands together!

Ready to join us at the game? Get your tickets today at tinyurl.com/ACHIEVERumblePonies26

🎟️ WIN FREE TICKETS! 🎟️
We're giving away (4) FREE tickets to one lucky winner!

To enter:
✅ Visit tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEMembership26 and sign up as a member.
✅ Every membership sign-up earns you another chance to win, so the more members you recruit, the better your chances!

📅 Entry deadline: June 26
🏆 Winner announced: June 29

Let's pack the stands and make some great memories together! ⚾💙

Yesterday, leadership teams from ACHIEVE and The Arc Madison Cortland came together for a special "Paint and Synch" work...
06/19/2026

Yesterday, leadership teams from ACHIEVE and The Arc Madison Cortland came together for a special "Paint and Synch" workshop as we continue preparing for our upcoming unification.

While exploring our creative sides, we also had the opportunity to learn more about one another, share ideas, and strengthen the relationships that will help guide us into the future. The experience reminded us that building connections is just as important as building plans.

We're excited about the journey ahead and grateful for opportunities like this to come together, collaborate, and grow as one team. 🎨🤝



The Arc New York

As we move forward with unifying our organizations, we're dedicated to keeping you updated on our progress. In addition ...
06/17/2026

As we move forward with unifying our organizations, we're dedicated to keeping you updated on our progress. In addition to all the steps needed to bring our teams together, we're prioritizing opportunities for people from both organizations to connect and build new relationships. We're on track for our September 1, 2026, unification date and are grateful for the collaboration and dedication of our staff.

Recent highlights include joint celebrations: The Arc Madison Cortland's Staff & Board Appreciation night at the Syracuse Mets game, and ACHIEVE’s 71st Annual Dinner Dance & Award Ceremony, where Perry Courto, CEO of The Arc Madison Cortland, received ACHIEVE’s first-ever Unity Award for his leadership and commitment to inclusion.

Looking ahead, employees and the people we support will soon get to vote on the new name for our combined organization. Stay tuned for the announcement in July!

We also invite you to join our upcoming virtual Unification Q&A sessions on Wednesday, June 24. These sessions are open to the people we support, family members, staff, board members, and community members interested in learning more about the future of our services and communities. To participate, please pre-register for one of the sessions below:

Session 1 (2PM–3PM): https://tinyurl.com/mr3bt74d
Session 2 (6PM–7PM): https://tinyurl.com/2dbvbdfn

Please submit questions through the registration form so we can best prepare and address as many as possible during the sessions.

Thank you for your continued support as we build a stronger future together for the people and communities that we are honored to serve!

The Arc Madison Cortland

⏰ Don't Miss Out! Registration for ACHIEVE's Youth Summer Program Ends June 20! ⏰Give your child a summer filled with le...
06/17/2026

⏰ Don't Miss Out! Registration for ACHIEVE's Youth Summer Program Ends June 20! ⏰

Give your child a summer filled with learning, creativity, friendship, and fun! ACHIEVE's Youth Summer Program runs July 6 through August 13 and is open to individuals ages 5–21 with an IEP or 504 who live in Broome, Chenango, or Tioga Counties.

Participants will enjoy:
🖌️ Creative & Expressive Arts
📖 Literacy and STEM Activities
🏀 Sports, Games & Recreation
🎨 Hands-On Crafts
🌍 Community Experiences & Social Connections

Families can choose the weeks that work best for their schedule, with flexible options designed to meet your needs.

📍 Programming takes place at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.

Registration closes June 20, so reserve your spot today!

👉 Learn more and register: https://www.achieveny.org/services/childrens-summer-program/

📣 Keep Young Minds Active This Summer – Join ACHIEVE’s Youth Summer Program! 🌞📚

ACHIEVE’s Youth Summer Program returns for 2026, running July 6th through August 13th! Open to individuals ages 5–21 with an IEP or 504 Plan in Broome, Chenango, or Tioga Counties, this program blends learning and fun to help participants stay engaged and connected all summer long.

🖌️ Creative & Expressive Arts
📖 Literacy and STEM Activities
🏀 Sports, Games & Recreation
🎨 Hands-On Crafts
🌍 Community Experiences & Social Connections

Families can select the weeks that fit their schedule, with flexible options designed to meet your needs.

📅 Be sure to register by May 31st to secure your spot!

👉 Learn more or sign up here: https://www.achieveny.org/services/childrens-summer-program/

Give your child a summer filled with growth, creativity, and new friendships! 💙

This weekend, we celebrated ACHIEVE's 71st Annual Dinner Dance & Award Ceremony, co-presented by Mirabito Cares (Mirabit...
06/16/2026

This weekend, we celebrated ACHIEVE's 71st Annual Dinner Dance & Award Ceremony, co-presented by Mirabito Cares (Mirabito Convenience Stores) and ACHIEVE's Foundation Board of Directors.

It was a wonderful evening dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the incredible accomplishments of our program participants, staff, and community members. The night was filled with inspiration, laughter, and meaningful moments, ending—as always—with a lively dance party that had everyone on their feet!

One of the most special moments of the evening was the introduction of our brand-new Unity Award. We were honored to present the inaugural award to The Arc Madison Cortland CEO, Perry Courto, in recognition of his outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment to inclusion, especially throughout the ACHIEVE and The Arc Madison Cortland unification process.

While Perry was unfortunately unable to attend, we were grateful to have our friends from The Arc Madison Cortland join us and accept the award on his behalf. We deeply appreciate these opportunities to come together as our unification journey continues to unfold.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this evening so memorable—our guests, sponsors, volunteers, staff, and, of course, our deserving award winners. Congratulations to all who were recognized!

If you're interested in watching any of the award presentation videos, please click the links below. And keep an eye out for more photos featuring our award winners, as well as highlights from the dance floor as the celebration got underway!

Unity Award - Perry Courto:
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26PerryCourto

Community Leadership Award - Bob Warner:
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26BobWarner

Supported Work Employer of the Year: tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26PackandMail

Star Performer - Marissa Calderon: tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26MarissaCalderon

Star Performer - Ian Trombly:
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26IanTrombly

Team of the Year - North Broad Street (Residential):
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26NorthBroad

Supported Employment Program Participant of the Year - Christopher Morgan:
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26ChristopherMorgan

Residential Program Participant of the Year - Crystal Warwick:
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26CrystalWarwick

Community Supports Program Participant of the Year - Alyssa Carroll:
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26AlyssaCarroll

Pre-Vocational Program Participant of the Year - Jordan Sheiman:
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26JordanSheiman

Day Habilitation Program Participant of the Year - Melissa Jackson
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEDD26MelissaJackson

Kristys Imagination Photography

Earlier this month, a few members of ACHIEVE's leadership team had the pleasure of joining The Arc Madison Cortland for ...
06/15/2026

Earlier this month, a few members of ACHIEVE's leadership team had the pleasure of joining The Arc Madison Cortland for their Staff & Board Appreciation event.

We are grateful for opportunities like these to connect, celebrate, and strengthen relationships as we continue our unification process. Bringing our teams together helps build a shared vision for the future, and we are excited for the many opportunities ahead to learn from one another and grow together.

We can't wait for more moments like this in the coming months as we continue this journey together!

There's still time to join us for an unforgettable night at the ballpark! ⚾💙On Wednesday, July 1, ACHIEVE will once agai...
06/08/2026

There's still time to join us for an unforgettable night at the ballpark! ⚾💙

On Wednesday, July 1, ACHIEVE will once again be part of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies We Care Wednesday celebration, and we want YOU to be there! As we kick off Disability Pride Month, let's come together as a community and show just how we are.

🎟️ Get your game tickets today:
tinyurl.com/ACHIEVERumblePonies26

🎉 Don't forget — you can also enter to WIN (4) FREE tickets!

Here's how:
✅ Sign up as an ACHIEVE member at tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEMembership26
✅ Every membership sign-up earns you another chance to win, so invite your friends, family, and coworkers to join too!

📅 Entry deadline: June 26
🏆 Winner announced: June 29

Let's fill the stands, celebrate inclusion, and make some amazing memories together. We can't wait to see you there! ⚾💙

🎉 Happy 🎉

We're excited to once again be part of the Binghamton Rumble Ponies We Care Wednesday this summer! ⚾💙

This event is open to EVERYONE so join us on Wednesday, July 1 for a fun night of baseball, community, and celebration! With Disability Pride Month kicking off in July, there's no better way to show we're than by filling the stands together!

Ready to join us at the game? Get your tickets today at tinyurl.com/ACHIEVERumblePonies26

🎟️ WIN FREE TICKETS! 🎟️
We're giving away (4) FREE tickets to one lucky winner!

To enter:
✅ Visit tinyurl.com/ACHIEVEMembership26 and sign up as a member.
✅ Every membership sign-up earns you another chance to win, so the more members you recruit, the better your chances!

📅 Entry deadline: June 26
🏆 Winner announced: June 29

Let's pack the stands and make some great memories together! ⚾💙

📢 Join Us for an Important Community Conversation regarding our continued path towards the unification of ACHIEVE and Th...
06/05/2026

📢 Join Us for an Important Community Conversation regarding our continued path towards the unification of ACHIEVE and The Arc Madison Cortland .

As we continue taking the steps towards strengthening and expanding quality services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Broome, Chenango, Cortland, Madison and Tioga counties, we invite you to save the date and pre-register for our informational Q&A Sessions being hosted on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

These sessions are open to people supported, family members, staff, board members, and community members who would like to stay informed and learn what this change means for the future of our services and communities.

Save the Date for Wednesday, June 24 and register using the links below. (Registration is required to participate.)
🕑 Session 1 - 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: https://tinyurl.com/mr3bt74d
🕕 Session 2 - 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: https://tinyurl.com/2dbvbdfn

To help us prepare and address as many questions as possible, we ask that all questions be pre-submitted through the registration form. Due to time constraints, live questions during each session may be limited.

Your voices, concerns, and ideas are an essential part of this process. We look forward to an open, informative conversation as we move forward together to build an even stronger future for the people and communities we serve.

Last month, our Chenango County Day Hab hosted its annual Talent Show, and the talent was truly in full force! 🌟For week...
06/02/2026

Last month, our Chenango County Day Hab hosted its annual Talent Show, and the talent was truly in full force! 🌟

For weeks leading up to the event, Day Hab participants dedicated time and effort to practicing their talents and preparing for their big moment on stage. From start to finish, they put on an incredible show filled with energy, creativity, and enthusiasm.

It was wonderful to see everyone pour their hearts into their performances and share their unique talents with family, friends, and staff. The excitement was contagious, and the crowd cheered loudly for every act!

We are so proud of all of our performers for their hard work, courage, and dedication. Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's Talent Show such a memorable and inspiring event. We can't wait to see what next year brings! 🎤🎶👏

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