BINGHAMTON – ACHIEVE announces unification with Chenango County ARC/CWS to support people with developmental disabilities in Chenango, Broome and Tioga Counties. Chenango County ARC/CWS and ACHIEVE have entered into an agreement to beginning joint operations as of June 1, 2017.

“The unification of our two organizations will improve our ability to fulfill our mission of providing life-changing support for hundreds of families in Chenango, Broome and Tioga Counties”, said Mary Jo Thorn, CEO for ACHIEVE. “By building on the strengths of both organizations, Chenango County ARC/CWS and ACHIEVE we will be able to combine talents to ensure the residents of our communities who have developmental disabilities can enjoy the maximum possible integration into the community and have access to the best possible services,” said Ms. Thorn.

“The unification will support optimal delivery of service for those we serve across all three counties” said Ellen Feldman, ACHIEVE, Board of Directors President. “This unification will provide the strength necessary to ensure the success of crucial programs operated by both organizations for years to come”, said Ms. Feldman.