About The Arc of Greater Tarrant County
The Arc of Greater Tarrant County is a 501(c)3, non profit organization that has worked to improve the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Arc of Greater Tarrant County was
founded in 1949 by a group of parents who wished to discuss educational needs for their children.
Our services include advocacy, information and referral, parent and professional education, public education and fun activities and classes.
OUR MISSION
The Arc of Greater
Tarrant County advocates on behalf of and in collaboration with people
with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and their
families to improve the quality of life and to expand opportunities to
participate actively in the community.
We will do this by supporting and educating the community, service
providers, individuals with developmental disabilities and their
families.
Our
Vision
The vision of The Arc of Greater Tarrant County is a community where people with disabilities are active participants and where quality services and supports are accessible and responsive to a person's needs, choices, and dreams.
Eligibility for services
No proof of disability is required to receive Arc services, most of which are free or available at a low cost. Our slogan emphasizes the commitment we make to individuals and families to help build bridges for an improved quality of life for all ages and ability levels.
2009 UPDATE
The Arc of Greater Tarrant County 2008
Annual
Report and Facts
The year 2008 was a year of continued growth and
stabilization for The Arc of Greater Tarrant County. We began to
establish The Arc’s presence in our expanded service area
including Johnson, Parker, Hood and Wise Counties, making
contacts and identifying people who can serve as our core
support group in the future. Under the leadership of the Board
of Directors, we continued to make progress on our strategic and
program goals.
The Arc staff worked to expand family support and education
activities and during 2008 offered over 750 different
activities to over 8,000 people.
We are proud of our accomplishments and we send a special
thank-you to all who have helped. None of this would have
been possible without your support!
