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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5 Health Benefits of Playing Music
Posted on 05/20/2019No matter how old you are, what your musical taste is or whether or not you can read a note, there's never a wrong time to learn how to play an instrument.
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How to Use Social Media to Make a Difference
Posted on 05/13/2019So, do you want to embrace social networking to have a positive influence on the world? Here are some ideas for how to use social media to make a difference.
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Support National Foster Care Month
Posted on 05/06/2019With more than 440,000 youth in foster care, there are plenty of ways to make a difference during this month. Here are ideas for how to support National Foster Care Month.
