The Arc Westchester to Celebrate Completion of Major Renovations

The Arc Westchester, the largest organization providing services and supports to people with developmental disabilities in Westchester County, will celebrate the completion of major renovations at its Ann Manzi Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, September 25, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Center, 699 Main Street, Mount Kisco, NY.

“The Ann Manzi Center is a lifeline, offering vital daily support where people thrive and have a genuine connection with the Mount Kisco community. Like everyone else, people with developmental disabilities are living longer and it is becoming increasingly important to create environments that meet the needs of an aging population. The renovations at The Ann Manzi Center will provide an accessible connection from indoors to outdoors, creating a deeper appreciation with nature that will be shared by younger and older adults.” stated Tibi Guzmán, CEO of The Arc Westchester.

Situated on more than three acres of picturesque green space, the renovated Center features upgraded facilities and a natural setting that promotes wellness. Enhancements include a new accessible nature walking trail to encourage holistic health and physical activity, particularly for older individuals, an expanded car park, improved security and lighting, an upgraded entryway and awning, ADA-compliant bathrooms, as well as other essential functional and aesthetic upgrades. These changes are critical for the Center to continue providing the highest quality of service to those it supports.

Private support was instrumental in ensuring that this project would come to fruition as government funding for capital improvements typically covers only basic maintenance. Benefactors of The Arc Westchester Foundation, including the Manzi family, the Masket family, the Phelps Community Foundation, and the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation funded Phase II of the renovation.

To attend the ribbon-cutting event or to learn more about the Ann Manzi Center renovation, contact Barry Clark at bclark@arcwestchester.org or 914-495-4625.

About The Arc Westchester

The Arc Westchester, founded in 1949, is the largest organization in Westchester County supporting children, teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum, and their families. The organization’s 700 employees provide nearly 2,000 people and families throughout the county with a broad range of innovative and effective programs and services designed to foster independence, productivity and participation in community life.

Their mission is to provide innovative supports for children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families, to build independence, achieve personal goals and strengthen community participation.

The Arc Westchester is a chapter of The Arc USA and The Arc New York. For more information about their programs, visit https://arcwestchester.org/