| About Us |
History
Founded more than 50 years ago by a small
group of parents and other concerned
individuals, when little was known about the
condition of mental retardation or its causes, The
Arc today is the world’s largest grassroots
organization of and for people with intellectual
and developmental disabilities.
Vision
The Arc of Tri-Cities vision is to empower
everyone with developmental disabilities to make
informed choices. Thereby they will become
independent, productive people fully integrated
in their communities and in the fabric of society.
Through programs, services and supports,
persons with developmental disabilities will be
viewed as people first to achieve their full human
potential.
"Disability is a natural part of the human
experience and in no way diminishes the right of
individuals to live independently, enjoy self-
determination, make choices, contribute to
society, pursue meaningful careers, enjoy full
inclusion and integration in the economic,
political, social, cultural, and educational
mainstream of American society."
Rehabilitation Act 1992
Founded more than 50 years ago by a small
group of parents and other concerned
individuals, when little was known about the
condition of mental retardation or its causes, The
Arc today is the world’s largest grassroots
organization of and for people with intellectual
and developmental disabilities.
Vision
The Arc of Tri-Cities vision is to empower
everyone with developmental disabilities to make
informed choices. Thereby they will become
independent, productive people fully integrated
in their communities and in the fabric of society.
Through programs, services and supports,
persons with developmental disabilities will be
viewed as people first to achieve their full human
potential.
"Disability is a natural part of the human
experience and in no way diminishes the right of
individuals to live independently, enjoy self-
determination, make choices, contribute to
society, pursue meaningful careers, enjoy full
inclusion and integration in the economic,
political, social, cultural, and educational
mainstream of American society."
Rehabilitation Act 1992
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