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 Ways You Can Help Save Our Planet
Posted on 09/27/2022When it comes to saving our planet, small steps make a big impact. Every person can make an effort toward reducing their carbon footprint and living a more altruistic lifestyle for the world.
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How to Say “Thank You” with Love Languages
Posted on 09/19/2022Take the time to find out how those around you like to receive gratitude, appreciation and love. You’ll find that meeting them with the love language they most appreciate will help strengthen your relationships.
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How Journaling Leads to a More Altruistic Life
Posted on 09/12/2022Journaling can not only improve your personal life, but it can also improve your altruistic focus. As it turns out, regular writing in a journal has a lot of surprising mental and emotional health benefits.
