Through the efforts of the Albany ARC's strategic planning committee, the Board of Directors, staff and consumers recently revised our mission statement. This new mission statement is more representative of the philosophy, goals and objectives of the Albany ARC.

The Albany County Association for Retarded Citizens' mission is to serve, advocate and offer opportunities to persons with differing abilities and their families.

We are dedicated to the provision of services and supports that enable individuals to realize their fullest potential. To this end, we strive to promote the principles of responsible choice, personal satisfaction, inclusion and meaningful individualized opportunities through consumer empowerment.