About The Arc

The Arc is the world’s largest grassroots organization committed to the welfare of people with developmental disabilities and their families. The Arc of Prince George’s County is one of nearly 1,000 Arc chapters nationwide. We are a membership organization, and our 600 members include people with developmental disabilities, their families and friends, the professionals who work with them, and other concerned citizens.

We offer a lifetime of support, understanding, and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and their families. Providing support through a variety of programs and services that match each person or family’s individual needs, we ensure that people with developmental disabilities are given the skills, access, and information they need to fully participate as citizens in their communities.

During the past year, The Arc of Prince George’s County …

• Served 2,707 individuals
• Provided information and referral to 1,100 people
• Hosted 37 workshops and seminars attended by 600 people
• Provided case management services for 460 families of infants and toddlers and for 135 families of children with Autism
• Assisted 463 individuals with in-home community supports
• Engaged 200 individuals in recreational activities
• Supported 130 individuals in 44 homes throughout the county
• Facilitated day supports for 206 people in four sites
• Utilized 30 employers to support 116 workers in supported employment
• Employed a staff of 452

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