At Monarch, we believe recovery from mental illness and addiction is possible. We believe that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can thrive. In short, we believe that all people can achieve their unique potential. It’s right there in our vision statement. We invite you to join us on a journey of compassionate care as you learn more about our services and the impact we have on the lives of the individuals and families we serve.
Monarch provides support to more than 27,000 people in North Carolina and Rhode Island each year. Our dedicated team of nearly 1,600 staff members provide daily care, support and services to those who need us most.
Monarch is nationally accredited by The Joint Commission, which indicates our commitment to the highest levels of quality health care and an investment in providing exceptional services to everyone we support.
Our Mission
Monarch provides hope, promotes wellness and empowers individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injury.
Our Vision
Monarch envisions a world where all people can achieve their unique potential.
Our Values
- Integrity: We value ethical and transparent behavior. We believe in honest and open communication that fosters trust and ensures we are accountable to each other and the people we support.
- Compassion: We believe in treating all people with basic human kindness, understanding that Monarch is a stronger organization when people are caring and compassionate toward each other.
- Respect: We value diversity in all its forms and work to ensure the inclusion of all people. We respect the rights and value the unique contributions of each individual.
- Excellence: We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and mission-driven care in a safe, healthy and respectful environment.
- Courage: We believe there is strength in having the courage to try and fail and in asking for help when assistance is needed. We value the ownership of mistakes and support the change and growth that can result.
- Innovation: We value learning, changing and charting the course for better behavioral health care for all. We commit to guiding operational performance through data driven leadership.
Our History
The Stanly County Chapter of the North Carolina Association for Retarded Children, Inc. was founded in 1958 by a small group of parents and other concerned individuals.
At that time, little was known about the condition of intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) or its causes, and there were virtually no programs and activities in communities to assist in the development and care of children and adults with mental retardation and to help support families. In the early days, the association worked to change the public’s perception of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to educate parents and others regarding the potential of people with I/DD. The Arc also worked to procure services for children and adults who were denied day care, preschool, education and vocational supports.