Chemung ARC: Advocacy, Resources, and Care

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Residential Services

We offer residential services: Individual Residential Alternatives (IRAs), Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs), and Supported/Supervised Apartments.


Alpine Place, Big Flats	Burkeshire Drive, Big Flats	Chemung Place, Elmira

Clinton Street, Elmira	Hoffman Street, Elmira	Hoffman Street, Elmira

Latta Brook Road, Horseheads	Park Terrace, Horseheads	Vargo Road, Horseheads

County Route 60, Lowman	Pennsylvania Avenue, Pine City	Smith Road, Pine Valley

Chemung Street, Waverly	Main Street, Wellsburg	8th Street, Elmira Heights

Liberty Street, Elmira	Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira	Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira

Individual Residential Alternatives (IRAs)

ALPINE PLACE, Big Flats

Located in a beautiful country setting in the Horseheads area.
5 bedroom, 1 respite bed residential home for individuals with slight behavioral support needs.
13 staff members, a supervisor and a residential manager.
Wonderful deck with a new awning, a gas grill and big back yard.
6 individual bedrooms, modern kitchen, dining area, large living room, and a very large rec room in the basement.
3 bathrooms, 2 pantries and a laundry room.

Respite

Offering waiver-enrolled respite that consists of a one-bed 24-hour service.
Target audience is men from age 13 on up to seniors.
The respite program provides community inclusion by allowing our visitors the chance to engage in the possibility of various activities including bowling, taking a trip to the mall, and any other excursion the house has planned during our company’s stay.
The service enables each respite visitor to enjoy a home-like setting, in which his stay can be up to 10 consecutive days and a total of 42 days per calendar year.
Alpine Place also provides hourly respite services for family members wishing to take some needed time.
Operated on first come, first served basis.

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BURKESHIRE DRIVE, Big Flats

Central Big Flats location with close proximity to many different shopping venues and top-rated eateries.
2-story split colonial beautifully landscaped, including fruit trees and a vegetable garden area.
Large rec room with a warm, homey atmosphere, 2 full bathrooms, and 6 single personalized bedrooms.
Full, separate, and efficient laundry room.
Large backyard enclosed with a privacy fence and a "Pirate Ship" play area.
Enhanced, knowledgeable, and diverse staff.
Fun, exciting and structured daily activities based on varied interests.

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CHEMUNG PLACE, Elmira

Located in Elmira's Southside with close access to various shopping venues, post office, banking, Brand Park and Gerould's pharmacy.
2-story home with roomy living space, large updated kitchen, living room and a new large activity room with separate laundry room.
Separate medication room and staff office.
7 bedrooms, 2 downstairs and 5 upstairs
3 full bathrooms, 1 downstairs and 2 upstairs (1 off a single bedroom).
Accessibility ramp in back entrance with deck and enclosed privacy fence with basketball court.
24-hour friendly and caring staff services.

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CLINTON STREET, Elmira

Newly renovated spacious 2-story home located in West Elmira within walking distance to parks, local shops, bank, pharmacy and stores.
Spacious living areas.
Two bathrooms upstairs and one bathroom downstairs.
Beautiful front porch.
Back porch/deck includes full canopy.
Accessibility ramp, detached garage and fenced yard.

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HOFFMAN STREET, Elmira

Newly remodeled two-story home located in the historical Near Westside neighborhood.
Beautifully landscaped with outdoor lawn furniture.
3 single bedrooms on ground floor with additional single bedrooms on the second floor.
3 bathrooms with the main floor bathroom accessible for a wheelchair.
Large eat-in kitchen with 2 refrigerators.
Front and back porches; accessibility ramp.
Accessible (within walking distance) to local stores, restaurants, post office, barbershop, bank, pharmacy and the Chemung County Transit System routes.
Two washers and two dryers on the ground floor.
The opportunity to grow/learn new skills and become a part of the community.

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HOFFMAN STREET, Elmira

Located in West Elmira, with convenient access to area shops, post office, banking, parks and a pharmacy.
This residence is also located within easy access to the Chemung County Transit System, near a local hospital and within a quiet neighborhood.
Features of the home include a covered side porch, large kitchen, three bathrooms and four large bedrooms, all contributing to a homey atmosphere.

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LATTA BROOK DRIVE, Horseheads

Ranch-style home located in beautiful country setting in the Town of Horseheads near Breesport.
6 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths for 6 men 21-33 years of age.
Beautifully landscaped with large fenced in yard.
Offers a large rec room.
10 full time staff, a supervisor, and residential manager provide 24/7 staffing.
Staff assists the residents with many community activities and opportunities.

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PARK TERRACE, Horseheads

Beautiful country setting, with a wooded back yard and lots of lively wildlife to watch.
Spectacular landscaping around entire home with very distinguished flowers and bushes adorning the yards.
Large wrap around porch entices you to stay a while and just relax. Cement patio out back allows for nice picnic area.
Accessible ramp for easy access into the home.
Updated remodel; large, spacious cellar for storage or additional rooms.
5 spacious bedrooms, first floor laundry area, large recreation room, and three bathrooms are favorites among the women that reside here.
Huge living room with fireplace and mantle, window seats, and a separate dining room are also some of the luxuries at Park Terrace.
Readily accessible to many community resources, yet provides privacy of "living in the country."
Easy access to Route 17-I86, Arnot Mall, Watkins Glen International Race Track, nearby dining, banking, entertainment and also on the Chemung County Transit Route.
Staffed with 6 full time staff and a residential manager.

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VARGO ROAD, Horseheads

Beautiful country setting, fenced-in backyard, swing set, abundant wildlife.
2-story home with 5 bedrooms on the first level.
First level includes 2 full bathrooms, living room, dining room, laundry room and a large open kitchen.
Wonderful views of the backyard from the dining room and kitchen.
Lower level features large recreation room with exercise equipment, art & crafts area, half bath, large storage area and a guest (respite) bedroom.
Spacious back patio with a sun setter awning.
Easy access to Route 17/I-86, Arnot Mall, family dining, shopping centers and movie theaters.
The home has 10 full time staff, a team leader and a residence manager.

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COUNTY ROUTE 60, Lowman

Beautiful acreage with landscaping to accent the residence located in Lowman.
Large fenced in back yard with patio, including park benches, picnic table and lounge chairs.
"Bat Cave" playground area for the pleasure of the 6 young men who live at this residence.
2 story home with 6 bedrooms, each decorated to the individuals' preference.
Recreation room including gaming tables, sitting area and sensory area.
Large living room with fireplace and mantel.
Kitchen with new counters and flooring.
Pergo wood flooring throughout the residence, including bedrooms.
Dining area off kitchen and living room.
2 bathrooms and a newly remodeled laundry room with 2 washers and 2 dryers along with counter, sink and cabinets.
Large garage with ample storage for food and supplies.

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PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, Pine City

Beautiful ranch home located in Pine City in a cozy country-like neighborhood.
Large back yard and privacy fence.
The residence has accessible-friendly features with 2 large accessible bathrooms, widened hallways, and an accessible entrance with ramp.
The house has 6 private bedrooms, a bright and airy atmosphere in the living room, dining room, and kitchen as well as 2 additional sitting rooms – one with a player piano.
Minutes from medical offices, shopping plazas, and restaurants.
The nicest feature of this house is the highly qualified, dedicated, and caring staff, including a manager and an evening supervisor.
Staff provide quality services 24/7.

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SMITH ROAD, Pine Valley

Located in the hamlet of Pine Valley, equidistant from Horseheads to the south and Watkins Glen to the north.
One story ranch house featuring 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths.
All services, including laundry, are provided on the ground floor and are accessible to all residents.
Large rec room with a warm, homey atmosphere and a great view of the many wild animals that travel through the yard (deer, rabbits, fox, woodchucks, etc. Thankfully, no bears).
Large front and back decks complete with beautiful flowers and outdoor furniture.
1/8 mile walking path in back yard through a forested area. Path is well maintained and features benches and a view over a small rill/pond.
The residence has accessible-friendly features, widened hallways, and an accessible entrance with ramps and automatic door for handicapped accessibility.
A wonderful feature of this house is the highly qualified, dedicated, and caring staff who has been working in the residence for many years. Staff provide quality services 24/7.
Residence features two pets: a beagle named Scotty and a cockatiel named PrettyBird.
Readily accessible to many community resources yet provides the privacy of country living.

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CHEMUNG STREET, Waverly

Beautiful remodeled Victorian Home located in the small town of Waverly.
4-car bay garage is being renovated into a rec room.
Front porch and back porch with a shaded gazebo; accessibility ramp.
Friendly, clean, safe and secure neighborhood.
Great Community Inclusion activities.
Close proximity to all area attractions such as... restaurants, shopping stores, grocery stores, cafes, pharmacy, parks, and police station.
Local parks that are accessible for cookouts, picnics, and outdoor entertainment.
9 private bedrooms, 2 full baths upstairs and 1 full bath downstairs.
New huge fully modernized kitchen with eat-in dinning area.
Laundry room with 2 washers and 2 dryers.
Staff that is dedicated and lives by the credo that "the people we serve are first."

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MAIN STREET, Wellsburg

10 minutes from Elmira with easy access by Route 17/I-86.
Located in the rural village of Wellsburg.
Quiet, friendly neighborhood.
Beautiful backyard deck.
Close to Chemung River and area parks providing opportunities that are great for outdoor activities.
Accessibility ramp.
8 individual bedrooms.

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Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs)

8TH STREET, Elmira Heights

Located in the community of Elmira Heights.
6 bedroom, 3-bath accessible ranch residence provides a home for 10 children up to the age of 21.
The residence is located in a family filled neighborhood with an elementary school down the street.
Fenced-in back yard for secure playing, patio area and a gazebo.
The residence offers a large living room for relaxing, a sensory room for individual sensory support, or, if they choose, individuals can spend quiet time in their own bedroom.
Whirlpool (Parker) tub and large shower equipped to meet all needs.
Treatment services include speech, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nutrition, social work, behavioral as well a full-time on site Registered Nurse.
The on-site Case Manager ensures residents are offered individualized services from the highly trained staff at the residence.
Children at 8th Street are given the opportunity to become part of the community through ongoing participation in community activities.
Readily accessible to many community resources.
Transportation is provided using wheelchair accessible vehicles.

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LIBERTY STREET, Elmira

Beautiful ranch-style accessible home located in Elmira’s Southside community.
The home is a 7 bedroom, 3.5 accessible bath home with ample living space on one floor for 12 individuals.
Large, nicely landscaped yard with a deck, enclosed porch and a covered porch.
An adult home for people ages 21 to 121, both male and female.
Treatment services include speech, physical therapy, occupational therapy, behavioral, social work, nutritional, medical, and most importantly, socialization and community inclusion.
Large living room and family room fitted with plenty of activities to support recreational and/or sensory needs.
2 single bedrooms and 5 double bedrooms.
Very enriching staffing pattern as well as available accessible vehicles that allow for participation in many community activities that are person centered.
On site full time nursing and case management.
Readily accessible to many community resources yet provides the privacy of a cul-de-sac.
The residents’ choices and needs are the focal point of this warm residence.

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Supported/Supervised Apartments

PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, Elmira

One and two bedroom furnished apartments located in Elmira’s Southside community.
Cape Cod style home affords spacious living and storage space.
Individualized support plans.
Located on Chemung County Transit route.
Area restaurants and stores within walking distance.

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PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, Elmira

One and two bedroom furnished apartments located in Elmira’s Southside community.
Cape Cod style home affords spacious living and storage space.
Individualized support plans.
Located on Chemung County Transit route.
Area restaurants and stores with in walking distance.
24/7 staffing to support wide range of needs.

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