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| 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
| "Serving Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and their Families since 1950" |