Everyone has the right to pursue their potential
Medicaid services are the gateway to independence.
We’re fighting to make it possible.
Our Mission
Promoting and protecting the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supporting their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
What We Do
Link to: Policy & Advocacy
PUBLIC POLICY
A strong presence across all legislative levels
Link to: Grassroots
GRASSROOTS ADVOCACY
Transforming legislation and numbers into real-life impact
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OUR INITIATIVES
Programs on nearly every aspect of community life
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OUR NETWORK
Hundreds of chapters in communities across the U.S.
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ANNUAL EVENTS
Meet others from across the U.S. and strengthen your work
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RESOURCES
Fact sheets, webinars, and more on a variety of topics
Our Impact
With your help, we are working every day to build a future of inclusive work, play, worship, community, travel, and more.
600+
LOCAL CHAPTERS
70+ Years
DRIVING CHANGE AND PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
1,000+
NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Disability Care Services Are Under Siege–Fight Back
Right now, Congress is debating huge budget cuts to Medicaid. On the table are proposals that take away health care and disability services for those who need them the most.
People with disabilities want to learn, contribute to their communities, and live as independently as possible, no matter the level of care and support they need. Millions of people with disabilities get their health insurance through Medicaid—and for kids, it’s often the only coverage that meets their needs.
Join the thousands of people who are mobilizing to defend Medicaid.
Join Us to Shape Disability Policy April 7-9!
The Disability Policy Seminar is the premier disability advocacy event focused on federal policy and advancing the grassroots movement for people with disabilities.
Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or just starting your advocacy journey, this is your chance to learn about the latest disability policy issues, connect with leaders, and take your advocacy to Capitol Hill.
Ready to drive change? Join us April 7-9 in Washington, DC!
Free Digital Skills Training
Are you or a loved one with an intellectual and/or developmental disability feeling left behind in our digital world? Help is now available. Through a collaboration with AT&T, You can now access online trainings on how to use computers smartphones, and the internet-opening doors to employment, education, social connections, and more.
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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.
