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The Arc of the District of Columbia, Inc.
at McCormick Pavilion
415 Michigan Avenue, NE Suite 400
Washington, D.C. 20017
T: (202) 636-2950 F: (202) 636-2996
arcdc@arcdc.net www.arcdc.net
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| Our Mission |
Our mission is to improve the quality of life of all persons with intellectual disabilities and their families through supports and advocacy. |
| Our Vision |
We envision a society in which individuals with intellectual disabilities exercise their rights and are afforded a full set of opportunities and choices that enable them to contribute and have impact in the community. |
What is an intellectual disability ?
An intellectual disability is characterized by significant limitations both in intellectual functioning (reasoning, learning, problem solving) and in adaptive behavior as expressed in conceptual, social and practical adaptive skills. This disability originates before the age of 18.
Respectful language plays a crucial role in promoting and protecting basic civil and human rights. Because the term "mental retardation" does not communicate dignity and respect, The Arc of DC has changed its mission and vision statements to reflect respectful language for those we represent. Changing language changes attitudes.
Contact our Sign/Copy Center
"SIGNED, SEALED & DELIVERED"
For all of your copy, sign, mailing and distribution needs!
202-636-2978
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NOVEMBER 9, 2011
On Wednesday, November 9th, you are invited to “achieve with us” by making an online donation to The Arc of DC as a part of the Give to Max Day: Greater Washington. Every donation and donor The Arc of DC receives will go further to help us claim our share of more than $100,000 in cash awards.
Help spread the excitement. Tell your friends and family why you think they should help us with their donation. Please be our champion, and help us see it to the top!
Visit: http://give2max.razoo.com/story/The-Arc-Of-The-District-Of-Columbia
Give…To The Max!
The Arc of the District of Columbia, Inc. (The Arc of DC) is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) membership organization serving persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in the District of Columbia since 1950. Support The Arc of DC by selecting us in your giving campaigns. Our United Way number is # 8032 and Combined Federal Campaign number is # 35103.
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LUNCH AT URBANA'S
Have lunch at the Urbana Restaurant and support The Arc of the District of Columbia. Urbana is located at 2121 P St. NW centered in the heart of Washington DC's Dupont Circle neighborhood, conveniently located just 1.5 blocks from Dupont Circle Metro Station and nearby Georgetown University, the White House, the Kennedy Center and the Washington DC Convention Center.
Order the "Urban Lunchbox" from the luncheon menu and The Arc will receive a donation of $1.00 for every lunch sold
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Donate Your Vehicle
1-877-ARC-CAR0 (1-877-272-2270)
Specify The Arc of DC as the beneficiary of your gift
Free Towing & Tax Deduction
Remember The Arc of DC in your workplace giving.
 
UW # 8032 CFC #35103
Click Here To ViewOur Brochure on Intellectual Disabilities
Click Here To View "Asking The Right Questions" A Guide To DC Council 2011 and 2012 Budget Hearings
Click Here To View A Primer on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in
the District of Columbia
 Join the Conversation!
The Department on Disability Services, Management Advisory Committee
(DDS MAC) Legislative Committee has launched a blog and invites the public
to discuss the draft bill and supporting documents for rewriting the
District of Columbia's 30-year-old law governing supports and services for
residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
To join the discussion, visit
http://dc-ddleg.blogspot.com/.
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