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.

We’re on the hunt for buttons! Big ones, tiny ones, colorful, quirky, vintage, our individuals love using them to create...
12/13/2025

We’re on the hunt for buttons! Big ones, tiny ones, colorful, quirky, vintage, our individuals love using them to create fun, imaginative crafts. If you have extra buttons at home, we’ll gladly give them a new purpose! Drop donations at LARC Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm. Thank you for helping creativity shine! ❤️

Last-Minute Shoppers, This One’s for You 🎁Running out of time, but still want a gift that actually means something? LARC...
12/13/2025

Last-Minute Shoppers, This One’s for You 🎁
Running out of time, but still want a gift that actually means something? LARC’s Crafted with a Purpose collection is ready for you. From engraved cutting boards to home and holiday décor, each piece is handmade with love by LARC individuals. See something you love? Tell us in the comments and we’ll take care of the rest.

Reggie is happy it's Friday! Enjoy your weekend everyone!
12/12/2025

Reggie is happy it's Friday! Enjoy your weekend everyone!

Yesterday, Braxton College EMS students spent the day on the LARC campus for an immersive experience that equips future ...
12/12/2025

Yesterday, Braxton College EMS students spent the day on the LARC campus for an immersive experience that equips future first responders with critical tools for communicating and interacting with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our individuals loved the day, full of smiles, dancing, hula-hoops, and hugs.

It's beginning to look like Christmas on the LARC campus! 🎅
12/12/2025

It's beginning to look like Christmas on the LARC campus! 🎅

'Cheers' to the Holiday Season from the LARC Songbirds Christmas Choir!
12/12/2025

'Cheers' to the Holiday Season from the LARC Songbirds Christmas Choir!

Looking for a gift for someone who has everything? LARC’s Crafted with a Purpose collection has you covered. From engrav...
12/12/2025

Looking for a gift for someone who has everything? LARC’s Crafted with a Purpose collection has you covered. From engraved cutting boards to home and holiday décor, each piece is handmade with love by LARC individuals. Perfect for Christmas, weddings, new homes, unique gifts that truly mean something. Only 14 days until Christmas… grab yours today! See something you love? Tell us in the comments!

We had an incredible time at the LARC Dance at The Ranch! Our friends from Community Resource Network joined us for an a...
12/11/2025

We had an incredible time at the LARC Dance at The Ranch! Our friends from Community Resource Network joined us for an afternoon filled with music, laughter, and unforgettable memories. A huge thank-you to The Ranch for welcoming us with open arms, your support means the world to our LARC family. We’re already looking forward to next year!

A big thank you to the Lee County Sheriff's Office Ice Cream Truck for bringing so much joy to the LARC campus today! No...
12/11/2025

A big thank you to the Lee County Sheriff's Office Ice Cream Truck for bringing so much joy to the LARC campus today! Nothing beats a surprise treat and the smiles that followed. We appreciate you thinking of our individuals and staff, your kindness made the day extra sweet! 😀

So very happy that you joined us! See you in 2026 😀
12/10/2025

So very happy that you joined us! See you in 2026 😀

Christmas is in full swing at LARC! Our individuals spent last week crafting homemade Grinch ornaments for their classro...
12/10/2025

Christmas is in full swing at LARC! Our individuals spent last week crafting homemade Grinch ornaments for their classroom tree, and the creativity is off the charts. We can’t wait to see the finished masterpiece!

It’s Workforce Wednesday! Meet Robin, a shining star at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. She LOVES her job and it shows in ...
12/10/2025

It’s Workforce Wednesday! Meet Robin, a shining star at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. She LOVES her job and it shows in everything she does. Always smiling, always helpful, always attentive, Robin brings her best every day. She’s grateful for LARC and for the opportunity to grow, contribute, and thrive in a workplace that values her. A big thank you to Broadway Palm for being an exceptional employer and champion for inclusive employment.

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.