The Arc of Florida

07/29/2025

Don’t forget important aspects of school age for your loved one with I/DD. Learn more and .

07/28/2025

We’ve Done Our Best to Answers Your Questions. Check out all you need to know regarding our 2025 October 10-12.



https://www.arcflorida.org/conference-faq

07/25/2025

Good news! Live Nation has announced a major partnership with KultureCity, a nonprofit focused on sensory accessibility and inclusion, to enhance the fan experience for individuals with sensory processing needs. As part of this initiative, 25 Live Nation-operated venues across the U.S. and Canada have now received Sensory Inclusive™ certification, with more set to follow later this year.

Live Nation has announced a major partnership with KultureCity, a nonprofit focused on sensory accessibility and inclusion, to enhance the fan experience for individuals with sensory processing needs. As part...

07/24/2025

This Saturday, July 26 is the 35th Anniversary to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Did you know that the ADA National Network is a free resource that provides information and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Learn more about the resources you can access here: www.adata.org/national-network

07/23/2025

Calling all self-advocates! We encourage you to enter our T-shirt Contest for our 2025 . The winning design will be on the front of this year’s shirts.

Check out the details here and start creating, https://www.arcflorida.org/advocacy-days-t-shirt-contest

07/22/2025

We are SUPER EXCITED to announce that Guardian Trust is our Platinum Sponsor for our 2025 October 10-12!

has been fulfilling their mission since 2002 by raising funds through public donations and program fees through the Special Needs Trusts they administer. They have donated millions of dollars to other tax-exempt organizations serving individuals with special needs.

THANK YOU for your support!

https://guardiantrusts.org/

07/22/2025

Our August Provider Forum will touch on the Managed Care Pilot Program Update for Providers. Effective July 1, 2025, the pilot program was authorized to expand statewide. Hear updates and what small and medium providers need to know from Florida Community Care who manages this program in Florida.

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oEO7qFjHTjGHN0hxPAkn8w

07/21/2025

Special Olympics and Nike announced a three-year global partnership to further the longtime collaboration between the two global organizations to create access to sport for all youth. This new, global phase of the partnership, elevates and expands upon Nike's more than two decades of support of Special Olympics Oregon, recent support of Special Olympics Berlin and grants to other local Programs.

/PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics and Nike announced a three-year global partnership to further the longtime collaboration between the two global organizations...

07/21/2025

We continue to expand our footprint. There are many ways to get involved in supporting those with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Florida. Find a chapter, colleague, or community partner near you.



https://www.arcflorida.org/membership

07/18/2025

If you are in the Melbourne area, check this out ~ on August 2, JJ Holmes will be the key note speaker at the Disability Resource Conference. Mark your calendars!

07/17/2025

This is The Arc.

Every chapter of The Arc brings something unique to the table. From advocacy to direct support. Early intervention to independent living. We’re all working t...

07/16/2025

How are you planning to celebrate Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 35th Anniversary? This July 26 the ADA National Network and individuals, communities, and organizations across the country will be participating.

Learn how you can be involved by visiting www.adaanniversary.org/

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law 35 years ago on July 26, 1990. This historic civil rights law protects the rights of people with disabilities.CELEBRATE & SHAREFIND Themes for Month, Week, Day + Disability Pride FlagVIEW A to Z: ADA Topics and Anniversary Countdown...