Our Mission: To ensure that people with developmental disabilities have maximum opportunities to actively participate in all aspects of community life and to offer programs and services that support them in doing so.
For a look back through the past 60 years, glance through The Arc of Baltimore Milestones.
With wheels, raffles, food and drink, and the music of Smooth Kentucky for adults, kids will have lots to do too at the Backyard Fest on September 10. Plans include moonbounces, limbo, duck and lollipop games, facepainting, and inexpensive items sure to amuse a range of ages. Don’t miss it. 5-8 p.m. Parking at nearby Central Presbyterian. Click here for details.
Let your voice be heard: Complete FINDS Survey
(Family and Individual Needs for Disability Supports) If you are a person with a developmental disability or a family member, take a few minutes today to complete this national survey just launched by The Arc US.
The purpose of this survey is to capture the perceptions of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages, and their families, on issues concerning disability support needs across the life spectrum. Responses will be used to help inform disability organizations, services, policy, and public perceptions on issues related to disability supports. Your answers will remain completely anonymous and confidential.
Click here for more information and to begin the survey. Please note, this survey is rather in-depth and will require some time to complete.
Honoring Our Elders
The Arc of Baltimore celebrated a very important group of people in August as part of our 60th anniversary year. Nearly 70 people who are age 65 or older receive support services from one of The Arc’s programs. Many of them attended a luncheon where they were recognized for their years of living, each received a certificate, and all enjoyed music of their era and some sing-a-long for fun. Other awards were presented for artistry, recycling, musicianship, and even “partying.” Evelyn Peters is pictured here and was recognized as the eldest of the group. Evelyn was born in 1921.
The 9th annual Art in the Round is scheduled for November 12th and art submissions are now being accepted. The deadline is September 17th. Click here for further information.
Offers parents of children with disabilities a unique opportunity to take their children with developmental disabilities (and their siblings) to a safe environment with trained volunteers who will look after them. The next scheduled opportunity is August 14th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Arc’s tagline is: “Advocacy, Resources and Community for People with Developmental Disabilities.” We take that seriously. If you can’t find what you need on our site, please let us know, so we can continue to grow this site as a resource to you. Click here to give us your feedback and check back for our new on-line features we will be offering.
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