Advocacy, Education and Research
The Arc is an advocate for full citizenship rights and for the well-being of people with disabilities. The Arc also serves as an educator and researcher for citizens to learn about developmental disability issues.

Community and Recreation
The Arc utilizes various community settings and encourages consumers to participate in activities of interest to help develop to their full potential. Activities include softball, swimming, bowling, vacations, movies, Recreation Department activities and Special Olympics.

Friends and Family
The Arc helps consumers that are involved in the Residential, Guardianship, or Respite Care programs develop and maintain relationships with their families and friends.

Guardianship and Residential Program
The Arc is appointed guardian to assist individuals who are deemed incompetent with making life decisions. The wards' rights and interests are protected as a citizen. The Arc also places adults in a variety of integrated community settings.

Membership
The Arc is open to all people who are interested in giving and volunteering their time to help in various ways. For more information, contact the Arc office.

For more information contact:
Kathy Lausted - Guardianship Director
Opal Thibado - Guardianship Assistant
715.235.7373
715.233.3565 fax