LARC, Inc.

LARC, Inc. LARC's mission is to empower and support individuals with disabilities and their families to achieve their full potential.

Established in 1954, LARC is a training center for success for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. LARC serves more than 300 individuals annually, and participants range from 14 to 80. LARC offers vocational training, youth programs, community residential and employment services, and a vast array of other state-of-the-art community inclusion services on a full-time, year-round basis. LARC’s main campus is located at 2570 Hanson Street, Fort Myers. LARC also operates two Residential Group Homes.

03/10/2026

Last week, our LARC family lost a very special member, Joni.
Joni joined LARC in 2021 and quickly became what many lovingly called the “Mayor of ADAPT.” Always dressed proudly in her LARC shirt and hat, she quietly welcomed everyone who came through the doors with an outstretched hand and a smile.
Joni loved LARC to her core. It was her community, her pride, and a place where she truly belonged. She also loved music, especially singing karaoke. Her favorite was “Elvira,” and when that song came on, you could always count on Joni to sing along.
Her family shared that she will be laid to rest wearing her LARC gear, something that meant the world to her.
She will be deeply missed by her friends, staff, and everyone whose life she touched. A piece of our LARC family is gone, but Joni’s spirit will always remain on the Happiest Block in Fort Myers. 💙

Twin Tuesday vibes from Morgan and Marly! Flowers are blooming, sun is shining, and the smiles say it all🌸
03/10/2026

Twin Tuesday vibes from Morgan and Marly! Flowers are blooming, sun is shining, and the smiles say it all🌸

LARC Spring Youth Career Camp is one week away! March 17–20 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | On LARC’s CampusFour powerful days. Re...
03/09/2026

LARC Spring Youth Career Camp is one week away!
March 17–20 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | On LARC’s Campus
Four powerful days. Real-world skills. Real confidence. Real direction.
If you’re 14–21 and thinking about your future, but not sure where to start, this camp is for you. Explore your strengths, build a resume, practice mock interviews, visit local businesses and colleges, and discover what’s possible when preparation meets opportunity.
This isn’t busywork. It’s hands-on learning designed to help you move from “What do I want to do?” to “I can do this.”
Spots fill quickly, Call Leah Trom for more information. 239.334.6285 ext. 224

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! For 72 years, LARC has stood alongside individuals with intellectua...
03/09/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! For 72 years, LARC has stood alongside individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, not as a program, but as a pathway. Then...Now...Always.
The future is inclusive. 💙

Spring cleaning season is here! Got an old clunker, rust bucket, or junker taking up space in the driveway? It doesn’t e...
03/08/2026

Spring cleaning season is here! Got an old clunker, rust bucket, or junker taking up space in the driveway? It doesn’t even need to run! Donate it to LARC and turn that unused vehicle into life-changing opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information, scan the QR code or follow the link below.
https://larcleecounty.org/how-to-help/larc-vehicle-donation-program/

Today we were blessed to welcome 19 incredible volunteers from Cape Christian Serve Day to the LARC campus. They rolled ...
03/07/2026

Today we were blessed to welcome 19 incredible volunteers from Cape Christian Serve Day to the LARC campus.
They rolled up their sleeves and got to work, spreading fresh mulch in our butterfly garden, raking leaves, cleaning windows, watering the garden, and scrubbing the bistro tables outside our cafeteria.
Because of community partners like Cape Christian, LARC is able to serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities every single day. Your willingness to show up and serve means more than words can express.
Thank you for standing beside our mission and helping keep the Happiest Block in Fort Myers shining. 💙

For Read Across America Week, we loved welcoming Tommy Bohanon, Katie, and baby Noah from the Tommy Bohanon Foundation t...
03/06/2026

For Read Across America Week, we loved welcoming Tommy Bohanon, Katie, and baby Noah from the Tommy Bohanon Foundation to the LARC campus!
Tommy read Green Eggs and Ham, answered lots of questions, and shared fun football stories. It was a great way to end the week with a local football hero. Tommy gives so much of his time to our community, and we were grateful he took time from his busy schedule to spend the morning with us. 🏈📚

Thank you to everyone who stopped by Jennifer's, shopped, and supported LARC today! Your generosity helps strengthen pro...
03/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by Jennifer's, shopped, and supported LARC today! Your generosity helps strengthen programs that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, work, and thrive in our community.
We are grateful for local businesses and a community that continues to believe in our mission. 💙

Thanks to everyone who came out today to support .lee. There's still time to shop - until 5pm. 5% of sales will be donated to LARC and all shorts are 15% off. Pictured: Jennifer with Angela Katz, Executive Director of LARC.

For Read Across America Week, we were excited to welcome Fort Myers Mighty Mussels and Paula from the  Kiwanis Club of F...
03/06/2026

For Read Across America Week, we were excited to welcome Fort Myers Mighty Mussels and Paula from the Kiwanis Club of Fort Myers Beach to the LARC campus to share the joy of reading. 📚 Our individuals loved the stories, laughter, and time spent together. Thank you for supporting literacy, connection, and meaningful moments in our community.

Stop by Jennifer's today and shop for a cause!From 10 AM–5 PM, 5% of all sales benefit LARC. Enjoy 15% off shorts, champ...
03/06/2026

Stop by Jennifer's today and shop for a cause!
From 10 AM–5 PM, 5% of all sales benefit LARC. Enjoy 15% off shorts, champagne, and cupcakes while you browse for the perfect spring piece. Angela will be there from 1–3 PM — stop in, say hello, and help support programs that create opportunity for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

TODAY! 💙 Join us at Jennifer’s Boutique for Fashion Forward Friday and shop for a cause.

Stop in now through 5 PM and enjoy:
🛍️ 15% off all shorts
🥂 Champagne & cupcakes
💙 5% of all sales donated to LARC

We’re also collecting supplies for LARC’s programs—markers, crayons, colored pencils, craft kits, and Easter candy are welcome.

Shop with heart, celebrate 43 years, and support an organization making a meaningful impact in our community.

Address

2570 Hanson Street
Fort Myers, FL
33901

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+12393346285

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Our Story

Since 1954, LARC, Inc. has dedicated itself to meeting with quality and foresight, the needs of people with developmental disabilities living in Lee County and their families. Our mission now, as it was 65 years ago, is to empower and support people with disabilities and their families to achieve their full potential. LARC promotes and provides opportunities in the community for these Lee County residents to achieve an independent, dignified and responsible lifestyle as their individual capabilities allow. LARC accomplishes this mission through the provision of a continuum of award winning community based services, using timely, individualized, goal-oriented methods. LARC, Inc. offers vocational training, community residential services, and a vast diversity of other state-of-the-art community inclusion services on a full time, year round basis for local people with developmental disabilities. LARC currently provides programs and services for approximately 300 local men and women annually.