Our Mission
The Arc Tennessee empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to actively participate in the community throughout their lifetime.
Our staff works to align community resources and build a future of inclusion, connection, and support.
The Arc Tennessee plays a crucial role in advocacy and services across the state.
The Arc is a nonprofit, national federation that includes The Arc of the United States, state chapters, and local chapters. While all chapters work in support of the same mission, each plays a different role in accomplishing this mission. The Arc Tennessee is the state chapter, and we exist primarily to provide individual and family advocacy. We are committed to positively impacting the system of services that support the disability community.
Our 15 local chapters exist primarily to provide direct services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. These services vary from chapter to chapter but may include any of the following: case management, employment supports, personal assistance, residential supports, respite, early intervention, training and education.
Our annual impact at a glance
- Statewide Members
- Outreach Impact
- Advocacy Impact
The Arc Tennessee relies on the support of generous donors. Make a difference in the disability community by making a donation!
Programs
Providing helpful information and aligning community resources
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Find decision-making and future planning resources all in one place at the new Tennessee Center for Decision-Making Support.
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Explore resources that empower parents and caregivers of school-aged children.
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The Tennessee Disability Mega Conference is an inclusive, informative and inspiring event.
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