Organization
The Arc of Indiana
Indiana's leading advocacy organisation for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, with 44 chapters statewide, a special-needs trust programme, and a full-time statehouse presence since 1956.
About
The Arc of Indiana was established in 1956 by parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who joined together to build a more inclusive world. Today it has over 30,000 members and 44 chapters covering 68 Indiana counties, serving as the state chapter of The Arc of the United States.
What They Do
The Arc of Indiana advocates at the Indiana Statehouse and in Congress for policies supporting community living, education, and employment for people with IDD. The organisation operates The Arc Master Trust (Indiana's leading special needs trust since 1988), the Arc Advocacy Network providing family navigation and referral, and the Erskine Green Training Institute offering post-secondary vocational training.
Who They Serve
The Arc of Indiana serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families across all of Indiana, from early childhood through adulthood, providing advocacy, information, trust services, and direct programme support at no cost.
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