HARC

HARC helps people with intellectual disability and their families enjoy lives of quality, inclusion and dignity by providing support, education, and advocacy.

HARC was founded in 1951 by a small group of parents whose mission was to address the challenges of intellectual disability. Years ago, when a child was identified as having intellectual disability, he or she was almost always referred to an institution. There were few, if any, programs or services available to help the child living at home.

In The News

Respite Department Sponsors Overnight to Sturbridge The group strikes a pose The HARC Respite Department sponsored an overnight trip to Sturbridge Village on September 13 and 14. Participants arrived at the Marriott on Saturday afternoon and were able to enjoy the swimming pool and dinner. After breakfast on Sunday they drove to Sturbridge Village where they had a tour of the Village and brunch in the Oliver Wright Tavern. They returned to HARC in the late afternoon. For information on the next respite overnight call Tom Barry at 218-2406. Brett enjoys a dip in the pool with Michael HARC Participates in Softball Tournament Teams enjoying lunch On September 5 - 7 HARC teams participated in the Unified Special Olympics Softball tournament. The tournament was held at Connecticut Sports Plex in North Branford. HARC entered two teams. The HARC Moose, coached by Tahj McCall, took 4th place, and the HARC Capitols, coached by Matt Youmans, took first place. In addition, two athletes competed in individual skills. They were coached by Jose Flores. Mark Becker served as manager of the teams for the fifth year. HARC extends its sincere appreciation to all the community partners and coaches who give their time to the Unified Special Olympics. Stacey and Mark, team manager

20th Annual Auction

Roaring 20!

November 15, 2008

6:30pm to Midnight

Hartford Convention Center

Contact Jenna Rompelman for details 860-218-6049 or

jrompelman@harc-ct.org

Thank You to the following auction sponsors

Click to download our sponsor, ad or gift contracts.

ArtSparks Holiday Cards A Brand New Line is Now Available!

Make sure your holiday cards greet friends and family beautifully - and help our community as well.

The cards were created by the artists of HARC's ArtSparks Group and they express all the joy and delight that is part of the holiday season.

For your convenience download the brochure and order form. Mail in your check and order form to HARC, Inc. 900 Asylum Avenue MS # 1035, Hartford, CT 06105.

For questions or further information call HARC’s Development Office 860.218.6049 or email vrodriguez@harc-ct.org.

HARC Donate Now Link

HARC has installed a new and improved on-line donation link. This new link is more secure and convenient. It offers our donors the opportunity to give on line with a credit card or a check. If you have any questions regarding the new site, please contact the Development Office at 218-6048.

In The News
Camp in Back in Session Catching fish On September 13 Camp Bulova opened for the sixth year. The theme for the opening day was "In the Swim in School." Campers enjoyed music, crafts, and cooking centered on the fish. They played parachute games with ocean animal beach balls. Camp Bulova is open to children with multiple disabilities. A nurse is on staff for each session. If you would like information about Camp Bulova, call Karin Dionne at 218-6043. Making a gold fish snack Forms Self-Advocacy Group HARC has formed a self-advocacy group called "What's Happening Self-Advocacy Group." The group meets every other Wednesday from 4 to 5 pm. at HARC. A light supper is served. Participants discuss issues that they have identified. Some of the scheduled topics are how to vote a s a group, celebrating birthdays, how to register to vote, and nutrition. The group is facilitated by Carlos Colon of DDS, and Fred Jackson and Jennifer Galvan of HARC. For information on participating contact Jennifer Galvan at 218-6019. AJ at Sturbridge Village