Celebrating Over 70 Years of Service!

For over seven decades, our mission has been simple but powerful: To empower individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families to have quality lives through information, support, and opportunity. Our journey has been shaped by the incredible individuals we serve, the dedicated employees who make a difference every day, and the generous community that has stood beside us.

As we look to the future, we invite new friends and supporters to Join Our Journey. Whether through volunteering, advocacy, or financial contributions, you can help us continue building a world where everyone is valued, included, and empowered.

Discover more about ARCO and the impactful services we provide by exploring our website. Stay connected by signing up for our quarterly e-newsletterβ€”a heartfelt celebration of our community and the incredible individuals with intellectual disabilities who inspire us every day.

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+ HOURS OF SERVICE

70

+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

114

+ STAFF MEMBERS

8

+ PARISHES SERVED

ARCO SPOTLIGHT

Join Our Journey!

For 70 years, ARCO has been more than a resourceβ€”it has been a place where independence is celebrated, inclusion is real, and dreams of employment take flight for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Every step forward has been possible because of a community that cares, shows up, and believes in a world where everyone belongs. Now, it’s your turn to ensure the next 70 years are just as life-changing by becoming a member during our annual membership campaign. Continue the legacy, Join Our Journeyβ€”the best is yet to come!

JOIN OUR JOURNEY TODAY!

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