The Arc was founded in 1936. We are the oldest nonprofit organization (Federal Tax ID # 91-0594684) serving children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families in the Greater Puget Sound area, and one of the oldest such organizations in the United States. Our mission is “Advocating the right of children and adults with developmental disabilities to live, learn, work and play in the community – improving the quality of life for us all.” The Arc works with people with all forms of developmental disabilities, including Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, and mental retardation. Our clients include children, adults, seniors, and their families.

Description:
At The Arc of King County, we:
 Integrate Person-Centered Planning techniques in our work, which are designed to teach families the skills they need to advocate for themselves and their loved ones.
 We carefully listen sensitively to people with special needs and their families, without judgment, and help them develop specific actions steps to move closer to their dreams and goals.
 Advocate thinking differently about developmental disabilities, so that the future for people with disabilities and their families can be positive and full of promise.

History:
The Arc of King County began as a grassroots effort by parents whose children with disabilities were offered few options beyond the walls of the state institutions. All of The Arc’s services foster self-sufficiency and human rights for people with disabilities and give their families the support and resources they need. Each year, more than 6,000 people with developmental disabilities and their families are served by The Arc of King County. Most of our services are provided free of charge.

Contact person: Marci Mirisola, Project Manager, (phone), (email)
Office fax number: (206) 364-8140

Address:

233 Sixth Ave N Seattle, WA 98109 This location is handicap accessible (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.arcofkingcounty.org

Miscellaneous Information

Liability
	No
Does your organization welcome court-ordered community service volunteers?
	No
Does your organization have volunteer positions for youth 12-18?
	Yes