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Empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to lead better lives by providing a lifetime of high quality services family support and advocacy Report to the Community 2020

The Arc Impact If there is anything the past year has taught us it s that St Louis Arc participants and staff are nothing if not flexible While the fall and winter brought many successes and celebrations it was navigating a pandemic that truly showcased our impact As COVID 19 turned the world upside down the Arc maintained our commitment to the people with intellectual and developmental disabilities we serve From in person direct care to virtual programs we ve dedicated ourselves to ensuring participants and families feel supported as they confront the challenges created by the coronavirus Adapting at The Arc in 2020 Meeting Basic Needs Safe at Home As families faced the burden of anxiety around the pandemic questions about schooling the loss of child care and for some unemployment and food insecurity the Arc was there to offer support Understanding the challenges families and participants faced during the pandemic the Arc staff immediately organized wellness and safety meetings across most programs Increasing phone calls and implementing virtual chats staff connected often with participants and families to lend an ear and share resources From day one our highest priority has been the health and safety of the older adults who rely on us for around the clock residential support Facing the reality that staff entering homes would be essential the Arc implemented safety protocols designed to minimize the risk of exposure at our 32 homes and apartments in the community While safe measures have included limiting the number of personal interactions the Arc staff knows how detrimental this could be for the emotional health of residents The Arc s residential leisure and day programs quickly adapted to encourage individuals to stay active and engaged Residents participated in a wide variety of virtual classes events and meetings across programs to continue to connect with their friends and family members The families in the Parents Learning Together PLT program faced additional challenges during the pandemic The majority of the families in the program do not have transportation and rely on PLT staff to assist with grocery shopping getting to doctor appointments and accessing community supports The Arc was able to purchase and distribute emergency food and supplies as well as educational learning activities to families in the PLT program thanks to a grant from the United Way of Greater St Louis One positive side effect of spending more time at home during the pandemic has been the bonding within homes Individuals are communicating more with their housemates and staff building stronger more meaningful relationships Supported Employment Socialization A challenge faced early in the pandemic was providing job support for the individuals with disabilities who had jobs deemed essential As the Arc s job coaches weren t able to safely provide in person support the staff launched a virtual platform to assist individuals with the skills necessary to maintain employment It is not surprising that during the pandemic people have experienced isolation Staff have worked with participants to find new ways to socialize For many individuals working to improve their socialization skills has been an active goal Despite social distancing it was vital for these individuals to have the opportunity to continue to practice those skills R R Camp began holding virtual activities five days a week while Meet ups offered classes such as Zumba yoga and photography Social Meetups and group meetings in a variety of programs included scavenger hunts and trivia nights to keep individuals engaged and connected to friends Additionally many participants lost their jobs or were furloughed Supported Employment staff utilized this time to build upon an individual s job and social skills For all individuals in the supported employment program virtual classes were held multiple times a week to work on skills From helping people accept and manage increased responsibilities to identifying how to improve productivity classes assisted individuals in gaining important job skills Building Life Skills For many individuals and families spending more time at home has highlighted the desire and acknowledged the ability for an individual to live independently The Launch program for young adults and their families and the Connect program for adults moved programs and individual meetings to a virtual format which offered the unique ability to teach valuable life skills in a meaningful way Participants were able to get immediate instruction on independent living skills through video while they implemented activities such as cooking or cleaning from the comfort of their own homes Continuing Our Impact While we do not know how long the challenges of the pandemic will last we do know that the Arc will be there We are continuing to adapt and have found new ways to carry out our mission of supporting individuals with disabilities and their families

The Arc Impact If there is anything the past year has taught us it s that St Louis Arc participants and staff are nothing if not flexible While the fall and winter brought many successes and celebrations it was navigating a pandemic that truly showcased our impact As COVID 19 turned the world upside down the Arc maintained our commitment to the people with intellectual and developmental disabilities we serve From in person direct care to virtual programs we ve dedicated ourselves to ensuring participants and families feel supported as they confront the challenges created by the coronavirus Adapting at The Arc in 2020 Meeting Basic Needs Safe at Home As families faced the burden of anxiety around the pandemic questions about schooling the loss of child care and for some unemployment and food insecurity the Arc was there to offer support Understanding the challenges families and participants faced during the pandemic the Arc staff immediately organized wellness and safety meetings across most programs Increasing phone calls and implementing virtual chats staff connected often with participants and families to lend an ear and share resources From day one our highest priority has been the health and safety of the older adults who rely on us for around the clock residential support Facing the reality that staff entering homes would be essential the Arc implemented safety protocols designed to minimize the risk of exposure at our 32 homes and apartments in the community While safe measures have included limiting the number of personal interactions the Arc staff knows how detrimental this could be for the emotional health of residents The Arc s residential leisure and day programs quickly adapted to encourage individuals to stay active and engaged Residents participated in a wide variety of virtual classes events and meetings across programs to continue to connect with their friends and family members The families in the Parents Learning Together PLT program faced additional challenges during the pandemic The majority of the families in the program do not have transportation and rely on PLT staff to assist with grocery shopping getting to doctor appointments and accessing community supports The Arc was able to purchase and distribute emergency food and supplies as well as educational learning activities to families in the PLT program thanks to a grant from the United Way of Greater St Louis One positive side effect of spending more time at home during the pandemic has been the bonding within homes Individuals are communicating more with their housemates and staff building stronger more meaningful relationships Supported Employment Socialization A challenge faced early in the pandemic was providing job support for the individuals with disabilities who had jobs deemed essential As the Arc s job coaches weren t able to safely provide in person support the staff launched a virtual platform to assist individuals with the skills necessary to maintain employment It is not surprising that during the pandemic people have experienced isolation Staff have worked with participants to find new ways to socialize For many individuals working to improve their socialization skills has been an active goal Despite social distancing it was vital for these individuals to have the opportunity to continue to practice those skills R R Camp began holding virtual activities five days a week while Meet ups offered classes such as Zumba yoga and photography Social Meetups and group meetings in a variety of programs included scavenger hunts and trivia nights to keep individuals engaged and connected to friends Additionally many participants lost their jobs or were furloughed Supported Employment staff utilized this time to build upon an individual s job and social skills For all individuals in the supported employment program virtual classes were held multiple times a week to work on skills From helping people accept and manage increased responsibilities to identifying how to improve productivity classes assisted individuals in gaining important job skills Building Life Skills For many individuals and families spending more time at home has highlighted the desire and acknowledged the ability for an individual to live independently The Launch program for young adults and their families and the Connect program for adults moved programs and individual meetings to a virtual format which offered the unique ability to teach valuable life skills in a meaningful way Participants were able to get immediate instruction on independent living skills through video while they implemented activities such as cooking or cleaning from the comfort of their own homes Continuing Our Impact While we do not know how long the challenges of the pandemic will last we do know that the Arc will be there We are continuing to adapt and have found new ways to carry out our mission of supporting individuals with disabilities and their families

A Lifetime of Support SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES DAY SUPPORT RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT Launch Recreation Community Engagement Dautel Circle Counseling and targeted support for moms dads siblings transition ages and caregivers of older adults 747 PARTICIPANTS Teen and Young Adult transition programs including independent living classes social skills events and parent programs 202 PARTICIPANTS Individual and team sports weekend camp and active living programs 615 PARTICIPANTS Day program for adults to participate in their communities through volunteerism and recreation 148 PARTICIPANTS Support for people to live in homes located on a campus like environment in west St Louis County with 24 hour staffing 71 RESIDENTS Family Education and Advocacy Connect Socialization Aging With Empowerment Workshop series networking opportunities advocacy support and other educational activities for families and participants 527 ATTENDEES Helping individuals live independently with minimal support 64 PARTICIPANTS Social activities such as dances book club art and cooking classes Family Fun Nights music therapy and Community Meetups 1 817 PARTICIPANTS Program for aging adults that allows choice of daily activities common community space and options for socialization both in the community and on site 53 PARTICIPANTS FAMILY SUPPORT INDEPENDENCE SKILLS Capable Kids and Families Support and Counseling A lending library of therapeutic toys and equipment for children and support services and resources for parents 137 CHILDREN Early Start Denver Model Intensive early intervention program that provides 1 1 therapy for children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder 26 CHILDREN Embedded Early Education Embedded supports for teachers children and families in North County early childhood centers 286 CHILDREN Parents Learning Together Parenting support and education for people who have disabilities and are raising children 48 PARENTS AND 138 CHILDREN Prevention Education and awareness aimed at reducing the incidence of fetal alcohol syndrome DIRECT EDUCATION TO 4 700 PEOPLE BROADER REACH THROUGH MEDIA 6 400 000 Therapy Supports Developmental occupational speech language and ABA therapies performed at the child s home school or through community partnerships 271 CHILDREN In home Residential Support Respite Short term relief for families caring for a child or adult with a disability Arc provides reimbursement services 1 476 FAMILIES Resources and Referrals Information connecting families to resources including phone calls email inquiries and in person meetings 4 789 Supported Employment Community Based Support for people to live in apartments and homes in the community with 24 hour staffing if needed 54 RESIDENTS Support to find and maintain paid employment includes assessment job coaching job placement and retention 505 PARTICIPANTS Employment Training Support in attaining employment skills Includes summer programs and collaborating with school districts to help students gain work experience 72 PARTICIPANTS In FY2020 The Arc had 734 full and part time staff benefited from the services of 1 028 volunteers offered interactive learning opportunities for staff and volunteers including over 159 classroom training sessions Participant numbers based on the fiscal year ended June 30 2020

A Lifetime of Support SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES DAY SUPPORT RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT Launch Recreation Community Engagement Dautel Circle Counseling and targeted support for moms dads siblings transition ages and caregivers of older adults 747 PARTICIPANTS Teen and Young Adult transition programs including independent living classes social skills events and parent programs 202 PARTICIPANTS Individual and team sports weekend camp and active living programs 615 PARTICIPANTS Day program for adults to participate in their communities through volunteerism and recreation 148 PARTICIPANTS Support for people to live in homes located on a campus like environment in west St Louis County with 24 hour staffing 71 RESIDENTS Family Education and Advocacy Connect Socialization Aging With Empowerment Workshop series networking opportunities advocacy support and other educational activities for families and participants 527 ATTENDEES Helping individuals live independently with minimal support 64 PARTICIPANTS Social activities such as dances book club art and cooking classes Family Fun Nights music therapy and Community Meetups 1 817 PARTICIPANTS Program for aging adults that allows choice of daily activities common community space and options for socialization both in the community and on site 53 PARTICIPANTS FAMILY SUPPORT INDEPENDENCE SKILLS Capable Kids and Families Support and Counseling A lending library of therapeutic toys and equipment for children and support services and resources for parents 137 CHILDREN Early Start Denver Model Intensive early intervention program that provides 1 1 therapy for children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder 26 CHILDREN Embedded Early Education Embedded supports for teachers children and families in North County early childhood centers 286 CHILDREN Parents Learning Together Parenting support and education for people who have disabilities and are raising children 48 PARENTS AND 138 CHILDREN Prevention Education and awareness aimed at reducing the incidence of fetal alcohol syndrome DIRECT EDUCATION TO 4 700 PEOPLE BROADER REACH THROUGH MEDIA 6 400 000 Therapy Supports Developmental occupational speech language and ABA therapies performed at the child s home school or through community partnerships 271 CHILDREN In home Residential Support Respite Short term relief for families caring for a child or adult with a disability Arc provides reimbursement services 1 476 FAMILIES Resources and Referrals Information connecting families to resources including phone calls email inquiries and in person meetings 4 789 Supported Employment Community Based Support for people to live in apartments and homes in the community with 24 hour staffing if needed 54 RESIDENTS Support to find and maintain paid employment includes assessment job coaching job placement and retention 505 PARTICIPANTS Employment Training Support in attaining employment skills Includes summer programs and collaborating with school districts to help students gain work experience 72 PARTICIPANTS In FY2020 The Arc had 734 full and part time staff benefited from the services of 1 028 volunteers offered interactive learning opportunities for staff and volunteers including over 159 classroom training sessions Participant numbers based on the fiscal year ended June 30 2020

Arc Highlights Financial Information The Parents Learning Together PLT program was recognized by Focus St Louis with the What s Right With the Region award Families participating in the PLT program are empowered they have more stable homes and have healthier children REVENUE WINNER OF THE Total Revenue 27 177 010 WHAT S RIGHT WITH THE REGION AWARD Connect Connect empowers individuals to live successfully in their own apartment or condo with limited supports The foundation of the program is connecting people with their community ultimately leading them to become more independent and less reliant on family Through the use of Meetup people are able to connect with others in the community with common interests CONNECT MEETUP GROUP HAS OVER 200 ACTIVE MEMBERS IN THE AREA Operating Expenses 26 367 267 65 FUN FACT The St Louis Arc s Behavior Support Coordinator works with Residential and Day Programs to develop plans TRAININGS HELD on how to support individuals with TO EDUCATE disabilities in learning new skills STAFF ON increasing their independence and BEHAVIOR SUPPORT meeting their wants and needs In addition to individualized support staff trainings are held across the Arc on de escalation techniques general behavioral strategies and how to increase mask wearing and other skills related to the pandemic A grant from Wells Fargo s My Service Project Initiative helped the Artist in You program celebrate their 10 year anniversary though the Expressions of Pure Joy exhibit at the Green Door Art Gallery Participants in the Artist in You class explore different mediums and work at their own pace to create unique pieces of art 53 Government Fees Local 23 Program Fees 9 Contributions Events 6 Gain on Sale of Asset 6 United Way 2 Investment Income Other 1 NET ASSETS 100 80 60 40 Residential Adult Day Family Support Respite Children s Services Management General Supported Employment Leisure Fundraising Total Net Assets 43 16 14 9 7 6 3 2 18 013 539 Temporarily Restricted 904 226 Permanently Restricted 5 097 387 Unrestricted Quasi Endowment 5 754 121 Unrestricted Operating 6 257 805 20 FUN FACT Artist In You Government Fees State EXPENSES Behavior Support FUN FACT FUN FACT Parents Learning Together Year ending June 30 2020 17 PARTICIPANTS SOLD ART WORK AT THE GREEN DOOR ART GALLERY 0 Thank you to the following partners for their continued financial support of Arc programs ARCHS Developmental Disabilities Resource Board of St Charles County Division of Vocational Rehab Missouri Department of Economic Development Youth Opportunities Program Missouri Department of Mental Health Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council Productive Living Board for St Louis County St Louis Office for DD Resources United Way of Greater St Louis

Arc Highlights Financial Information The Parents Learning Together PLT program was recognized by Focus St Louis with the What s Right With the Region award Families participating in the PLT program are empowered they have more stable homes and have healthier children REVENUE WINNER OF THE Total Revenue 27 177 010 WHAT S RIGHT WITH THE REGION AWARD Connect Connect empowers individuals to live successfully in their own apartment or condo with limited supports The foundation of the program is connecting people with their community ultimately leading them to become more independent and less reliant on family Through the use of Meetup people are able to connect with others in the community with common interests CONNECT MEETUP GROUP HAS OVER 200 ACTIVE MEMBERS IN THE AREA Operating Expenses 26 367 267 65 FUN FACT The St Louis Arc s Behavior Support Coordinator works with Residential and Day Programs to develop plans TRAININGS HELD on how to support individuals with TO EDUCATE disabilities in learning new skills STAFF ON increasing their independence and BEHAVIOR SUPPORT meeting their wants and needs In addition to individualized support staff trainings are held across the Arc on de escalation techniques general behavioral strategies and how to increase mask wearing and other skills related to the pandemic A grant from Wells Fargo s My Service Project Initiative helped the Artist in You program celebrate their 10 year anniversary though the Expressions of Pure Joy exhibit at the Green Door Art Gallery Participants in the Artist in You class explore different mediums and work at their own pace to create unique pieces of art 53 Government Fees Local 23 Program Fees 9 Contributions Events 6 Gain on Sale of Asset 6 United Way 2 Investment Income Other 1 NET ASSETS 100 80 60 40 Residential Adult Day Family Support Respite Children s Services Management General Supported Employment Leisure Fundraising Total Net Assets 43 16 14 9 7 6 3 2 18 013 539 Temporarily Restricted 904 226 Permanently Restricted 5 097 387 Unrestricted Quasi Endowment 5 754 121 Unrestricted Operating 6 257 805 20 FUN FACT Artist In You Government Fees State EXPENSES Behavior Support FUN FACT FUN FACT Parents Learning Together Year ending June 30 2020 17 PARTICIPANTS SOLD ART WORK AT THE GREEN DOOR ART GALLERY 0 Thank you to the following partners for their continued financial support of Arc programs ARCHS Developmental Disabilities Resource Board of St Charles County Division of Vocational Rehab Missouri Department of Economic Development Youth Opportunities Program Missouri Department of Mental Health Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council Productive Living Board for St Louis County St Louis Office for DD Resources United Way of Greater St Louis

1177 N Warson Road St Louis MO 63132 www slarc org Get Involved Today 2020 Board of Directors Join Us In Our Mission In addition to providing a lifetime of high quality services family support and advocacy the Arc provides opportunities for community members to become engaged in our mission Volunteer through a variety of social and recreational activities Joe Kinnison Chairman of the Board Dave Mayo Immediate Past Chairman of the Board Ron Reim Chairman Elect Mark Jostes Vice Chair of Finance Mike Lackey Vice Chair of Governance Sherry Ward Vice Chair of Human Resources Leland Curtis Vice Chair of Legislation Suzanne C Engelhardt Vice Chair of Special Events Corporate Outreach Join our team and become a part of the Arc Advantage Staff members make a difference in the lives of others Donate a gift large or small to help us provide valuable services to individuals and families who need them Hire a qualified capable Arc participant to join your company s team VISIT www slarc org OR CALL US AT 314 569 2211 G Patrick Galvin Co Vice Chair of Development Mary Steward Co Vice Chair of Development Paul Belfer Maggie Blakelock Hazel Donald Richard Elias John Fey David Giuntoli Nancy Imbs Fred Jaeckle Karen Jordan Andy Kanefield Dan Kelley Johnny Londoff Jr Chris Menz Scott Monette Libby Newport Bhavik Patel April Regester Ph D Kathie Winter Emeritus Connie Schnuck Thomas K Vandiver President CEO Mark A Keeley MSW LCSW