The Arc
▪ Largest national community-based organization advocating for
and serving people with intellectual disabilities and their
families.
▪ Founded in 1950, The Arc was comprised of a small group of
concerned and passionate parents and community members
who would be a catalyst for changing the public perception of
children with disabilities.
▪ National headquarters in Washington DC.
▪ 700 state and local chapters nationwide.
The Arc
Mission
The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with
intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports
their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout
their lifetimes.
Our Vision
All children and adults with intellectual and developmental
disabilities are valued, included and recognized for their
capabilities and contributions.
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The Greater Houston Area Chapter serves our constituents and the community in 3 major areas:
1. By providing life-enhancing activities and
experiences for people with intellectual and
developmental disabilities.
Saturday Funday
▪ Groups in Cy-Fair, Kingwood and Central Houston
▪ Activities such as movies, plays, zoo, karaoke, baseball games, festivals
Monthly Dances and Candy Cane Ball
Camp Champions▪ 6-day camp, 125 campers, 75 staff and volunteers
Camp Champions
Overnight Summer VacationsSummer 2016 – Cruise to Cozumel
Overnight Summer VacationsSummer 2016 – New Braunfels
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The Greater Houston Area Chapter serves our constituents and the community in 3 major areas:
2. By supporting the structure and cohesion
of families that have members with
intellectual and developmental disabilities.
▪ Weekend Respite
▪ Information and Referral Resources
▪ Parent Support Groups
▪ Special Education Trainings and Advocacy
▪ Conferences
* All in English and Spanish
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The Greater Houston Area Chapter serves our constituents and the community in 3 major areas:
3. By providing community outreach,
education and awareness on behalf of the
disability community.
Legislative Advocacy
Wings For AllAn airport rehearsal specially designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and aviation professionals.
How Can You Help?
▪ Play Golf!
▪ HFMA-MGMA Golf Classic IV
▪ October 26