
The Arc Anderson County presents the Dove Awards and Dinner
There will be a short skit presented by Lunch Bunch participants, as well as a delicious barbecue dinner, an awards ceremony, and a silent auction. For tickets, contact arc@arcaid.org or 865-685-0159. Cost is $15 for one person, and $25 for two. Donations are also welcome.
WHY CHOOSE THE ARC?
The Arc is the largest national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We encompass all ages and more than 100 different diagnoses including autism, Down syndrome, Fragile × syndrome, and various other developmental disabilities.
The local chapter in Anderson county currently serves Anderson, Morgan, and Roane counties. The Arc Anderson County is a family-based organization that promotes, protects, and advocates for the rights of people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to life self-determined, meaningful lives in inclusive communities.
The mission of The Arc Anderson County is to promote advocacy, empowerment, and full participation for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING SERVICES:
Arc Anderson County created the After-School-Program in 2014. This program is for students ages 12-22 and meets from 2:00-5:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Scholarships are available. Bus transportation is available from RMS and ORHS.
- Family Advocacy
Afternoon Program
Social & Recreational Activities
Summer Day Camp
Family & Community Partnership
Workshops & Transition Fairs
Governmental Affairs Representation
Public Awareness
We receive our funding primarily through membership, donations, and grants.