NYSARC

Annabell Rider is 33 years old and is a member of the Self-Advocacy Committee at the Madison-Cortland County Chapter, NYSARC, Inc.

"After graduating from high school I started at the Madison ARC workshop," says Annabell. "When I first started at ARC I was very quiet and now I feel I can speak what's on my mind and everyone involved in my program gives me a chance to talk. I enjoy the Day Hab program where I can be with friends and do fun things. My program has changed my life a lot. I go to parks and go on trips during the summer. I have many friends that I can talk to when I am upset or just want to talk. I enjoy the Day Hab outings and being in my community. I want to thank Amy and Chani for making me happy and all the Day Hab staff." - Annabell Charlotte Rider