Emma Arnoff

Emma Arnoff is a small business owner, mom, little league coach, and social worker focused on making Dutchess County affordable and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Emma is the Founder and Director of The Sensory Space in Poughkeepsie, a center devoted to providing therapy and support for children, families, and neurodivergent individuals. As a small business owner, Emma has seen firsthand how the growing expenses of daily life are impacting her clients as well as her own bottom line, and she will work just as diligently to engage county agencies and leaders to find new ways to support small business growth and bring costs down as she has making her own business thrive.

Prior to launching The Sensory Space, Emma worked in schools, residential treatment centers, and the foster care system. She creates spaces where people are heard, seen, and supported, which she believes builds and strengthens community. Through her current work, Emma works closely with local agencies and school districts by facilitating trainings. She lives in Lagrange with her husband, Dan, and their twins, Miles and Henry.