Thanks to grant funds received from Worker’s Compensation Trust, The Arc Quinebaug Valley was able to purchase safety equipment needed for its two business locations, The Arc Emporium and The Arc’s Redemption Center, both where Arc staff members and individuals we serve are employed.

This grant was initiated by Worker’s Compensation Trust to improve and implement employee safety in organizations and reduce the risk for workplace injuries.  The Arc was approved for this grant in May 2017 and funds were disbursed in July 2017, which gave the agency the month of June to purchase and begin using all safety supplies.  

Safety equipment purchased by these grant funds include work gloves, plastic carriages, various slip resistant mats and emergency tire mats.  “We are extremely thankful to Workers’ Compensation Trust for their generosity and kindness with regards to workplace safety at our agency.  Safety is always a priority here at The Arc and we appreciate the opportunity for these costs to be covered by grant funds.” said Susan Desrosiers, executive director of The Arc Quinebaug Valley.