The Arc of Snohomish County

A Leader in Disability Rights We are a part of the largest national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We encompass all ages and all spectrums from autism, Down syndrome, Fragile X and various other developmental disabilities. Strong National Presence The Arc of Snohomish is affiliated with the Arc of United States with more than 140,000 members and nearly 700 state and local chapters nationwide, we are on the front lines to ensure that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families have the support they need to be members of the community. Deeply Rooted History The Arc was born more than 60 years ago from a grassroots movement of families working vigilantly to create services for children and adults who were being denied day care, educational opportunities and work programs. Founded in 1943 The Arc of Snohomish County was comprised of a small group of concerned and passionate parents and community members who would be catalyst for changing the public perception of children with disabilities. For the past 60+ years, The Arc has continued to grow and evolve along with the changing needs and issues people with disabilities and their families face. Governed by a volunteer board of directors and managed by key staff of the Arc of Snohomish County we work passionately to uphold our vision that every individual and family living with an intellectual or developmental disability in the Snohomish County has access to the information, advocacy and skills they need to participate as active citizens and active members of their community.