From an early age, Lawrence Sapp found his calling in swimming. His parents enrolled him on a summer swim team at just 5 years old, hoping it would help their […]
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The Home Depot Collaborates With Disability Community to Enhance Employment Access for Job Seekers With IDD
In an innovative partnership, The Home Depot has collaborated with leading disability rights organizations to remove barriers and improve job access for applicants with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The […]
The Arc Michigan is Hiring an Admin & Financial Assistant
Are you looking for meaningful part-time work with a chance to grow? Do you have experience in administrative support and bookkeeping? Then consider joining the Arc Michigan team. The Arc […]
Spotlighting The Arc’s Changemakers: Burt Hudson, Treasurer of the Board of Directors
Family is at the heart of Burt Hudson’s connection to The Arc. Burt’s younger brother John, who he introduces as “my best friend for as long as I’ve been alive,” […]
Celebrating 25 Years of the Olmstead Decision
June 22 marks the 25th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Olmstead v. L.C., a landmark case that opened the door for millions of people with disabilities to […]
25 Patient and Provider Groups Applaud Supreme Court Ruling, but Express Concern About Other Plaintiffs Keeping FDA Authority Challenge Alive
Washington, DC – Our 25 organizations, representing patients with serious health conditions and disabilities and their providers, applaud the Supreme Court’s unanimous ruling reversing the Fifth Circuit’s decision in Alliance […]
A Father’s Love Knows No Limits
This Father’s Day, we’re celebrating Mike, a dad whose unconditional love and devotion are redefining society’s views on parenthood. Born with cerebral palsy, Mike has navigated life from a wheelchair, […]
This Election Year, Know Your Voting Rights!
Voting is an essential part of our democracy and our right as citizens. Too often, people with disabilities struggle to be able to vote. Here are some (but not all) […]
Unlocking Dreams: The Power of Student Loan Forgiveness for People With Disabilities
Many see college as a path to a better life and unlocking their dreams. But student debt often stops this, especially for people with disabilities. A major reason is due […]
Comcast Grants $1M to Transform The Arc’s Data, Tech Training, and Spanish Education Resources
Washington, DC, May 16, 2024 – Today, The Arc of the United States and Comcast NBCUniversal announced a major expansion of their long-standing partnership that will break down barriers and […]