A= ADVOCACY R= RESPECT C= CONCERN FOR PERSONS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
"Shelby County ARC Summer Recreation Program". We were able to have this program because of the generous financial support from our primary sponsor, Cargill and other organizations that gave financial support such as the Shelby County Community Foundation Founder's Fund and the Charity League. We thank all of our sponsors for making this program a success.
"THE MISSION OF THE SHELBY COUNTY ARC IS TO PROVIDE ADVOCACY, EDUCATION AND LEADERSHIP AND TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES"
We are thankful to all the individuals and organizations who help to support the Shelby County ARC. Your donations to the ARC make many programs and services available to individuals with developmental disabilities in Shelby County. Individuals that support the ARC generally fall into one of the following categories:
Parent/Relative Self Advocate Professional In-Field Caring Citizen ----------------------------------------- GENERAL SUPPORTER $10.00-$20.00
For those community members who are interested in helping provide financial support. ------------------------------------------ INDIVIDUAL OR FAMILY MEMBERSHIP $25.00 Annual donation ($5.00 increase due to increase in state/national dues)
For individuals who are interested in the programs and services that ARC offers. You will receive information on disabilities, information on special programs and legislative activities. ------------------------------------------ CORPORATE/ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORTER $40.00+ donation
For companies and organizations that would like to contribute to the ARC. ------------------------------------------ OTHER TYPES OF DONATIONS
Shelby County ARC collects used printer cartridges and then sends them to a company to be recycled. ARC then gets a check from the company and that money goes to support the programs and services of the ARC. If your company or organization would like to donate it's used printer cartridges, please contact us at (937) 497-8155, extension 237. All donations are greatly appreciated!
For individuals who are interested in the programs and services that ARC offers. You will receive information on disabilities, information on special programs and legislative activities. If you would be interested in more information, you can either call: (937)497-8155, ext. 237 or complete form below and a representative will contact you or you can send E-Mail to:
Shelby County ARC is a United Way sponsored agency. The objective of the ARC is to ensure that all citizens with developmental disabilities progress to their fullest potential.
Membership fees and United Way contributions are applied directly to assisting families and individuals who must face the challenge of mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. The ARC program is overseen by a Volunteer Board of Trustees, which includes friends and parents of individuals with handicapping conditions and an Executive Director.
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PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OFFERED
PUBLIC SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION GRANTS
ARC provides financial grants to classes for students with disabilities in Shelby County and the Sidney City Schools.
PARENT'S NIGHT OUT PROGRAM
Parent�s Night Out serves a dual purpose: To give parents a night to themselves while their adult child can participate in some fun social and recreational activities.
THE ARC LIBRARY
Click here to see the ARC library resources The ARC Library, located at Shelby Hills, makes books and other resource materials about disabilities available, free of charge to the public. ANYBODY is welcome to use these resources.
EMERGENCY GRANT ASSISTANCE
Thanks to a special Grant from the Shelby County United Way and money received through the Bensman Foundation, Shelby County ARC established an Emergency Grant Assistance Fund in 2003. This fund is used for individuals who are in need of special adaptive or medical devices which insurance or other money does not cover. Application is required.
SHELBY HILLS PRESCHOOL AND S & H PRODUCTS
The ARC provides funding for special needs in these programs such as for materials and recreation programs.
RECREATIONAL/SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Limited access for persons with developmental disabilities to social activities limits enjoyment of a full life. ARC provides funding to make opportunities available. YMCA memberships, sports activities, and a variety of other social functions provide a better quality of life.
THE ARC SECURITY LIFE INSURANCE PLAN
The ARC Security Life Insurance Plan which can provide up to $100,000 coverage for individuals that may have a difficult time getting other types of life insurance coverage.
OTHER MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
As an ARC member, you will receive up to date legislative information affecting programs for individuals with disabilities. You will also be informed of quarterly programs in Shelby County regarding disabilities issues. Also, if you are interested, you will receive important legislative information by e-mail. We are always looking for ideas on how to serve the individuals in our community better and we welcome any ideas you may have. Our organization applies for many grants during the year and if you know of special needs that our community has regarding disabilities issues, please let us know and we can apply for those types of grants.
"CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR RAFFLE WINNERS!"
We would like to thank the following local businesses that graciously donated prizes toward the ARC Membership Drive raffle drawing.
C.J.�s HighMarks
Greatstone Castle
Lees Famous Recipe
Subbys
Wal-Mart
The raffle drawing was held during the August monthly ARC Board meeting. All individuals and families who donated money toward membership or towards general donations to the ARC in 2004 were eligible for this raffle drawing. Here is a list of the winners.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Mr. & Mrs. Larry Worthington---coupon from C.J. Highmarks.
Barbara Roddy---coupon from C.J. Highmarks.
Kent Craver---coupon from C.J. Highmarks.
Gary & Jackie Cathcart---coupon from Lees Famous Recipe.
Elmer and Marge Crusey---coupon from Subbys.
John and Maria Richards---Wal-Mart Gift Card.
Roxanne Welsh---Wal-Mart Gift Card.
Mr. And Mrs. Schlater---Bed and Breakfast stay at the Greatstone Castle.
Thanks again to all of you who have sent membership fees or donations to support Shelby County ARC. If you have not sent your membership dues in yet, there is still plenty of time to do that. Also, for each member who refers an individual or family who then joins ARC, that member will get $5.00 off their membership fee.
