Arnold Center, Inc.

04/17/2026

Our Life Map CLS group enjoyed a morning outing filled with fun at Dow Gardens’ Butterfly House 🦋
Participants explored the gardens, learned about the butterfly life cycle, and experienced the excitement of seeing butterflies up close. It was a wonderful time filled with smiles, connection, and new experiences.

Opportunities like this help support growth, community engagement, and meaningful moments for those we serve. We are proud to create spaces where individuals can learn, explore, and simply enjoy the day together.

04/09/2026

04/07/2026

🌟 Help Us Build Something Amazing—One LEGO at a Time! 🧱💙

The Arnold Center is creating a LEGO sensory room for the children and adults we serve in our Autism Services program—and we need your help to bring it to life!

LEGO play isn’t just fun… it helps build:
🧩 Communication skills
🧠 Problem-solving abilities
🤝 Social interaction
🎨 Creativity and self-expression

For many of the individuals we support, this kind of hands-on, sensory-friendly space can make a huge difference.

04/02/2026

April is Autism Awareness Month! 💙

One of our talented individuals in the Kaleidoscope Creative Arts Program, created this beautiful piece in wood burning class. The puzzle ribbon is a symbol often used to represent autism awareness, and we love seeing creativity used to share an important message.
Amazing work and a wonderful reminder that art is a powerful way to express support, inclusion, and individuality.

03/25/2026

🎉 Big Congratulations to JD! 🎉
We are proud to celebrate JD and his incredible journey toward meaningful employment! Through his time with the Arnold Center, JD has developed strong job readiness skills and discovered a true passion for helping others.
Today, JD is thriving in his role at Best Western in Clare, where he works at the front desk providing excellent customer service. He enjoys connecting with guests and making sure everyone feels welcomed and valued. In addition to his front desk responsibilities, JD also lends a hand with janitorial tasks, showing his dedication, teamwork, and willingness to support wherever needed.
JD’s positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to service make him an outstanding addition to the team. We are so excited to see all that he will continue to accomplish!
Please join us in celebrating JD and this amazing achievement! 👏

03/25/2026

🎉 Huge Congratulations to Josh! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Josh and his amazing accomplishment of gaining employment at Lowe’s! 💙 This is more than just a job — it’s a powerful step toward greater independence, confidence, and personal growth.

Josh’s dedication, hard work, and perseverance have truly paid off. He is now making a meaningful impact in his workplace while continuing to build valuable skills and connections within his community. This achievement reflects not only his commitment, but also the importance of inclusive opportunities that allow everyone to succeed and thrive.

At the Arnold Center, we believe in empowering individuals to reach their fullest potential, and Josh is a shining example of what can be accomplished with the right support and determination.

👏 Join us in celebrating Josh and this major milestone!

03/20/2026

We had the pleasure of spending the afternoon with the Midland County Youth Leadership participants. These aspiring leaders demonstrated exceptional potential and we are assured they will bring about meaningful change in the world. Our Clinical Director, Melissa Poff, shared her family's experience with Autism and facilitated a discussion with the young leaders on supporting students with disabilities. Senior Laney Harding shared her personal journey of growing up with a sibling with a disability and examined the impact of social media on individuals with disabilities and their families. The afternoon was profoundly impactful.

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Arnold Center’s CLS Creative Arts Program! ☘️🌈
Our artists got into the spirit with some lucky creations today. Wishing everyone a day full of smiles, creativity, and a little bit of Irish luck! 🍀

03/13/2026

The Gladwin County Chamber of Commerce hosted a legislative update meeting this morning, at which Senator Roger Hauck and Representative Mike Hoadley engaged with community members and established individual connections. Appreciation is extended to Carrie Will, Executive Director of the Chamber, for organizing this event.

03/04/2026

🌟Community Inclusion in Action🌟
Arnold Center’s Life Map CLS group recently visited the Midland Fire Department for an educational and engaging tour. Participants learned about fire prevention&safety, explored the fire trucks, and asked thoughtful questions about emergency response services. We extend our sincere thanks to Battalion Chief Mark Laux for welcoming our group and providing such a valuable experience.
At Life Map, we believe community inclusion creates stronger connections and meaningful learning opportunities for everyone involved.

01/08/2026

✨ NOW HIRING – PART-TIME POSITION ✨
📍 Arnold Center | Gladwin, MI

Looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity where you can truly make a difference? The Arnold Center in Gladwin is hiring motivated, dependable individuals to join our team! 💙

🔹 Position Details:
• Part-time
• 20–25 hours per week, with potential to increase as job coaching demands grow
• Flexible schedule – must be available for various hours and possible weekends

🔹 Requirements:
✔️ Reliable transportation
✔️ Ability to work flexible hours
✔️ Background check, driving record check, and drug testing required
✔️ First Aid & CPR certification (training provided by Arnold Center if needed)

✨ This is a great opportunity to grow with an organization that values teamwork, compassion, and community involvement!

📞 Questions or interested in applying?
Call Cassie Confer at 989-426-6300 ext. 311

🌟 Come be part of something meaningful — where your work matters every day!