
Our
Mission
ARISE’s mission is to work with people of all abilities to create a fair and just community in which everyone can fully participate.
We embrace the guiding principles of independent living – that individuals with disabilities have a right to dignity, personal responsibility, and self-determination. ARISE offers advocacy and support services to people of all ages with all types of disabilities.
News & Events
- Calling all artists! UNIQUE Magazine is seeking artists and writers with disabilities to submit original creative works for the 2010 edition. Learn more about UNIQUE and how to submit creative work.
- March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Oswego County recently proclaimed March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Learn more about the proclamation.
- Another successful year for ARISE & Ski! 80 skiers with disabilities are enjoying winter at Toggenburg. Read coverage from the Post Standard on Syracuse.com.
- ARISE awarded funding for new pilot project. ARISE is gearing up to launch a two-year project that helps people leave, or never enter, nursing homes. Learn about ARISE’s pilot project.
Take Action!
- Take Part in the 2010 Census. The Census takes place once every 10 years. Make sure you are counted. Learn more about the 2010 Census.
- Register to Vote. Voting is your chance to help pick who represents you in government and to make sure your voice is heard. Register to vote today!
- Leave a Legacy. Are you interested in supporting the mission of ARISE for generations to come? Learn more about contributions to ARISE.
- Join an Advocacy Group. ARISE’s Advocacy Groups meet regularly to identify barriers that keep people with disabilities from fully integrating in the community and advocate for positive changes. Learn more about our Advocacy Groups.
Quick Links
- Learn more about ARISE Employment Opportunities
- Volunteer to help at ARISE!
- Visit ARISE at the Farm
- Our Calendar keeps you up-to-date with events taking place at all our offices.




