The Arc is a private not for profit organization for individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and their families. Building Better Futures for Individuals with Disabilities and their Families TO PROVIDE ENHANCED OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL CITIZENS OF BERGEN AND PASSAIC COUNTIES WITH INTELLECTUAL AND OTHER DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGH ADVOCACY, COMMUNITY EDUCATION, DIRECT SERVICES, AND CUSTOMIZED SUPPORTS TO HELP THESE INDIVIDUALS ATTAIN AND MAINTAIN FULFILLED AND INDEPENDENT STATUS WITHIN THEIR OWN COMMUNITIES AND TO INITIATE ACTIONS TO PREVENT THE OCCURRENCE OF DISABILITY WHENEVER POSSIBLE.