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William M. BeDell ARC

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William M. BeDell ARC

A non-profit organization that provides services for individuals with developmental disabilities. In 1957, a group of parents from Madison County, IL.

Back in the 1950s there were not many services for children with disabilities and education of children with disabilities was not mandated. got together to fight for their children's educational rights. The parents pushed for funding, new legislation, and the elimination of discrimination against their children. As a result, the Madison County Association for Retarded Citizens was created. Our nam

e was changed in 1988 to The William M. BeDell Achievement and Resouce Center. ARC expanded in 1978 by adding develpmental training (DT) for adults. This program not only performs functional living skills training but is also a job for participants. Consumers can earn a paycheck for performing contract work. Our Family Support Unit (FSU) was established in 1979. This program offers services to individuals and their families, promoting each individual's ability to maintain living in the least restrictive environment appropriate for their needs in the community. Case coordination activities may include assistance with medical, financial, residential, day program, advocacy for the individual's rights, serving as liaison to social service entities and many other on-going casework services. In 1981, our administration office and school moved into a building that was donated by the American Oil Company in Wood River, Il. The school continues to operate out of this location. The School Program provides educational services for students who are referred by the local school districts. ARC serves students with severe, profound, and/or multiple disabilities, who are 3-22 years of age. ARC opened our first Residential Program, known as a Supported Living Arrangement (SLA) in 1980. The Residential Program, now known as Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA), provides an opportunity for adults with developmental disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community with needed supports. These smaller group homes allow individuals to live in a house in the community and receive services in accordance with needs identified in their Individual Service Plans (ISPs). Today we serve approximately 550 individuals per month. ARC has over 125 employees working across Madison County. Our ability to provide high quality support services to people with disabilities is directly dependent on the experience, knowledge, and professionalism or our staff.

07/25/2025

Waiting for the start of the combine demolition derby

07/20/2025

They're ready to rumble!

07/16/2025

We have some tickets to the viewing of Evita at the Muny for Monday the 21st. Please drop a message or call the office at 618-251-2175.

07/11/2025

🎉 WE’RE HIRING! 🎉
Join our amazing FSU Team as an SDA/QIDP and make a real difference in the lives of others!

💼 Starting Salary: $47,810.10
🕒 32.5-hour work week – enjoy work-life balance!

✨ Benefits Include:
✅ Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
✅ 401(k) Retirement Plan
✅ Life Insurance
✅ Vacation & Sick Time
✅ 15 Paid Holidays!

If you're passionate about helping others and ready to grow your career in a supportive, mission-driven environment — we want to hear from you!

📩 Apply today or tag someone who’d be a great fit!

07/10/2025

Join our Family Support Team as a Community Support Specialist (DSP). Apply online at bedellarc.org, via email to vdavis@bedellarc.org, or in person at 400 S Main St, Wood River, IL.

07/09/2025

📣 **We're Hiring! Special Education Teacher Wanted** 📣

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs? We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate **Special Education Teacher** to join our team!

📍 **Location:** Wood River, IL

📄 **Qualifications:** See flyer for details

If you or someone you know is interested, please check out the flyer below for more information and how to apply.

👉 **Help us spread the word!** Please share this post and flyer with your network — you never know who might be the perfect fit!

07/08/2025

A beautiful day to have a lunch in Grafton!

07/06/2025

Holiday creations!

07/03/2025

A Jurrasic night at the drive-in!

06/29/2025

Elvis is in the building!!

06/22/2025

Congrats to the athletes who braved the extreme heat at the State Special Olympics games in Bloomington. Even though the games were cut short for safety, we're very proud of your accomplishments!! 🏅

06/17/2025

First Muny show of the season is in the books!

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Wood River, IL

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4pm
Friday	8:30am - 4pm

Website

http://bedellarc.org/

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