Believe in the Possibilities.

Welcome to our web site! We are excited about the many new services we offer, services that create a world of choice and opportunity. Come visit us and see the new Arc of Philadelphia / PDDC.

What would you like your future to look like? We offer a spectrum of training opportunities to make your future happen. Earn a paycheck. Become a part of the community. Grow. Develop. Believe in the possibilities.

 

CONTACT US

Address
The Arc of Philadelphia / PDDC
2350 West Westmoreland Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140

Phone
215-229-4550

FAX
215-225-1330

Hours
Monday through Friday: 8:15am - 4:15pm

Intake
215-229-4550 Ext. 186, Marisol Vasquez
For children and adults with and without disabilities.
"I can help you figure what type of service works best for you."
"Yo hablo espanol."

 

TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT

Training Center

Employment Partners is a work training program for people who want to enter the job market. After an intensive four week evaluation trainees are offered the choice of these training areas: clerical, food services, home health care, child care, janitorial services, and shipping & assembly.  We will  then assist you with obtaining employment and provide coaching to ensure job retention.
This program is funded through OVR and OMR.

Below is a list of educational and training opportunities.

Clerical Training
Food Service Training
Environmental Services, Janitorial Services
Shipping
Packaging & Assembly
Computer Disassembly
Home Health Care
Child Care Training
Job Club
Literacy Class
Math Enrichment
Personal Enrichment
Retail Training Center
Culinary Arts Program

 

ARTS AND RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Cultural Arts Program
Summer Day Camp
Overnight Camping 
Super Saturday 
First Friday Dances
Annual Talent Show

 

BECOME A MEMBER

When you become a member of The Arc of Philadelphia, you are supporting a person with intellectual disabilities to realize his or her dreams. We provide job training, recreational programs, affordable housing, services for the aging, and community supports. Give to the Arc of Philadelphia/PDDC and make a difference.

To become a new member, donate at least $15

Mail your check payable to The Arc of Philadelphia to: