ABOUT US
WHO WE ARE
The Arc of Adams County is an independent advocacy organization serving individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) within Adams County.
It is a local chapter of The Arc of Colorado and The Arc of the United States. We are here to empower individuals and families to receive the services and supports they need to live to their potential.
OUR MISSION
Since 1962, it has been the mission of The Arc of Adams County to protect, preserve, and promote the human and civil rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively support their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
OUR VISION
A world where all people with disabilities belong, have equal rights, make their own choices and live their best lives.
WHO WE SERVE
People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). IDD is a medical and neurological diagnosis. The Colorado definition of IDD meets the following criteria:
- Diagnosis has occurred before the age of 22
- IQ of 70 or less (as measured by specific testing/evaluations) and/or
- Adaptive (daily living) skills that are equivalent to an IQ score of 70 or less (as measured by specific testing)
WHAT WE DO
We offer a variety of supports for individuals and their families residing in Adams County. Efforts are focused in the following areas:
- Information & Referrals
- Technical Assistance
- Trainings
- Individual Advocacy
- Policy & Legislative Advocacy
- Non-Attorney Advocates
- Host events
Arc Thrift Connection
For over 50 years, arc Thrift Stores has been an integral part of communities, offering more than just affordable shopping. From the humble beginnings of their first store in Colorado in 1968, to their multiple retail locations today, their mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
arc Thrift Stores is one of the state’s largest employers of people with IDD. Store programs touch the lives of thousands of people every year.
The proceeds generated through the sale of gently used clothing and household items are distributed to local Arc chapters, such as us, The Arc of Adams County.
Learn more about arc Thrift Stores and the connection here.
Arc Chapter Affiliations
There are 15 chapters of The Arc in Colorado including the state chapter and 14 local chapters serving designated geographic areas. Local chapters provide individual advocacy services for children and adults with intellectual developmental disabilities who live in their service areas. They also provide information and referral services, public policy support, community education and more. Membership in a local chapter of The Arc includes membership in The Arc of Colorado and The Arc of the United States.
The Arc of The United States | https://thearc.org/
2000 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Suite 500 | Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202-534-3700
Toll-Free: 800-433-5255
The Arc of Colorado | https://thearcofco.org/
1580 Logan Street, Suite 930 Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 303.864.9334
Email: thearcofco@thearcofco.org