The Arc is the nation’s leading advocate for all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families—Achieve with us.®
For more than 60 years, The Arc has been on the front lines in providing resources and empowering individuals to promote and protect their rights and interests, while enriching the quality of their lives.
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What started as an idea 60 years ago has blossomed into a life-changing nonprofit for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
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Help ensure individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have the resources and support to meet their needs and live self-determined lives.
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Fun Ways to Give Back This Fall
Posted on 09/21/2020With changing seasons comes more than just pumpkin-spice-flavored everything and crunchy fall leaves. The new season also brings forward new opportunities to do good out in the world.
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5 Ways Becoming a Mentor Gives Back and Benefits You
Posted on 09/14/2020What are you waiting for? The benefits of mentoring will not only give back to your mentee, but also to your community, and even to you.
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5 Ways to Celebrate National Self-Care Awareness Month
Posted on 09/07/2020While it’s easy to get wrapped up in checking in on others, it’s important for your mental health to practice self-care.
