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Our Mission

The Arc Los Angeles and Orange Counties advocates and provides services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in all aspects of the community through programs and services. The Arc LAOC promotes the principles of self-determination, dignity, and quality of life for all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Our Impact

With your support, we are working every day to build a future of quality programs, employment opportunities, community, and more.

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PROGRAMS OFFERED TO THE DISABILITY COMMUNITY WITH MORE TO COME!

69 Years

SERVING THE LOS ANGELES AND ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITIES!

5000+

ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SERVED!

Our Programs

ExCELS

Experiencing the Community through Educational Learning Skills

Community Integration Program

Opportunities for Community Inclusion

Seniors

Supporting Older Participants so They May Retire with Dignity

Creative Arts

Self-Expression and Creativity

Culinary Arts

Training for Careers in the Food Service Industry

Career Development

Empowering Individuals to Meet Their Goals

Supported Employment

The Means to Form, Work Toward, and Achieve Goals

How You Can Help

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Special Events

2026 The Arc Walk for Independence

March 21, 2026 | Stonewood Center

We’ve set the date for The Arc Walk 2026, and this is will be the 30th anniversary of the event! This is The Arc’s largest annual event, drawing over 3,000 community members, families, Arc participants, and community leaders to come together in support of the IDD community. Proceeds from The Arc Walk directly benefit individuals with disabilities served by The Arc.

This event is fun for the whole family! Check back soon for registration. 

For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Alison at astewart@thearclaoc.org or (562) 855-3473.

Reagan Event Center

Are you in need of a venue to celebrate a wedding, birthday, quinceañera, baby shower, celebration of life, or any other special milestone or occasion? Our beautifully renovated Banquet Hall and Conference Center are available to rent. Celebrate your event or hold your conference at The Arc Los Angeles & Orange Counties, while supporting programs that benefit individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  With a seating capacity of up to 200, our hall is available to host your gathering. Click here for photos of past events and click below for more information.

Photo Gallery

Check out photos of our events, both in-house and out in the community! We’ll be updating regularly so check back often for new photos.

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