Adult Recovery Services (ARS)
Adult Recovery Services (ARS) is a voluntary program for any adult 18 and above with a Mental Health Diagnosis. ARS provides a safe and positive environment where our members can socialize, obtain advice and support, develop job skills, and attend a wide variety of groups offered daily.
How do I participate in ARS?
Just drop by our Utica or Rome Location during open hours!
199 W. Dominick St., Rome NY | 315-272-2736
15-17 Hopper St., Utica NY | 315-272-2661
Through social and vocational skill trainings and activities, this program helps to improve self-confidence and well-being.
Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
How Do I Become a Member at ARS?
To become a member at Adult Recovery Services (ARS) you need to be at least 18 years of age and have a Mental Health Diagnosis. ARS does not require a referral. Our intake hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pm. Please feel free to stop during visitor hours on a Friday for coffee hour between 8:30 am and 10:00 am, for lunch between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm, and for recreation from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
How We Help
For information about becoming a member please call either of our sites in Rome or Utica between the hours of 8:30 am - 4:00 pm.
Rome ARS: 199 W. Dominick St. 315-272-2736
Utica ARS: 15-17 Hopper St. 315-272-2661
Assisted Competitive Employment (ACE)
Assisted Competitive Employment (ACE) is offered through Adult Recovery Services program and offers assistance to members in helping them achieve their employment and educational goals. You must be a member of ARS to participate.
How We Help
By empowering and supporting individuals with mental illness in obtaining and maintaining competitive employment with as much or as little support as needed.
Rome ARS: 199 W. Dominick St. 315-272-2736
Utica ARS: 15-17 Hopper St. 315-272-2661
Employment Services (ES)
The Employment Services program does not require membership with ARS. This program offers additional assistance to the individual with obtaining and maintaining employment. The Employment Services program staff will provide as much assistance needed per individual until the individual is able to perform independently. An individual will remain a client of the Employment Services program for three months after obtaining and maintaining employment.
How We Help
By empowering and supporting individuals with mental illness in obtaining and maintaining competitive employment with as much or as little support as needed.
Utica ES: 17 Hopper St. 315-272-2682
KEY POINTS
Eligibility:
Must reside in Oneida County, be at least 18 years of age and have a Mental Health Diagnosis.
Information:
- This program is free.
- Free transportation services are available for program participation.
Referrals:
Please contact:
Caitlin Butler
ARS Program Supervisor
315-941-3971
caitlinb@neighborhoodctr.org
Kylene Stevener
Director of Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services
315-679-1192
kylenes@neighborhoodctr.org
