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Contact
Us: 8000 East Prentice Avenue Suite D-1 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Tel: 303.864.9334 Toll Free: 800.333.7690 Fax: 303.864.9330 |
History
The Arc of the United States was founded in 1950 by a small group of parents and other concerned individuals. At that time, little was known about the condition of mental retardation or its causes, and there were virtually no programs and activities in communities to assist in the development and care of children and adults with mental retardation and to help support families.
In the early days the association worked to change the public's perception of children with mental retardation and to educate parents and others regarding the potential of people with mental retardation. The Arc also worked to procure services for children and adults who were denied day care, preschool, education and work programs.
The Arc of Colorado was founded in 1954 as the Colorado Association for Retarded Children, Inc. Subsequently it was known as the Colorado Association for Retarded Citizens, Association for Community Living in Colorado and in 1996 taking its current name of The Arc of Colorado.
The Arc of Colorado is a private, not-for-profit, membership based, grassroots association. The Arc of Colorado is the state office with local units located in various areas throughout the state. Currently there are 13 local units that provide advocacy in their geographical regions. Individuals who wish to become members may do so by joining a local unit or sign on with the state office. In areas of the state that do not have a local unit, the state office provides advocacy services. The Arc of Colorado also provides information and referral.The state and local units are affiliated with The Arc of the United States, which provides access to information and experts on public policy and continual updates with respect to national issues.
The Arc of Colorado's Form 990 for 2006
Waiting List Lawsuit | Other Updates & Coming Events
Questions & Answer of the Month | Community Services & Supports Info
Self-Determination | Connect with The Arc of Colorado Campaign
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