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The Arc is the largest organization in the United States representing
people with developmental disablilities. It has always been a "grass
roots" organization made up of parents, family members and
other concerned individuals. The Arc movement was founded in Washington
State in 1936 and in Kitsap County in 1938. In March 1995 The Arc
of Kitsap County expanded to include Jefferson County, and the name
changed to The Arc of Kitsap/Jefferson Counties.
Through it's history The Arc has been a leader in
securing services and advocacy for the rights of people with developmental
disabilities. The Arc of Kitsap/Jefferson Counties is affiliated
with Arc's of Washington and the United States.
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Purpose of The Arc: |
- To promote the welfare of children and adults
with developmental disabilities.
- To develop programs in their behalf by advocacy
and funding if needed.
- The Arc is committed to securing for all
people with mental retardation the opportunity to choose
and realize their goals of where and how they learn, live,
work and play.
- To assist parents in finding solutions to
their problems.
- To gain cooperation of public, private, religious,
and professional groups by promoting a better understanding
of people who are developmentally disabled.
- The Arc is further committed to reducing
the incidence and limiting the consequence of mental retardation
through education, research, advocacy and support of families,
friends and community.
- To solicit and receive funds for accomplishment
of the above purposes.
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