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 AND SERVICES OFFERED TO THE DISABILITY COMMUNITY WITH MORE TO COME!
67 Years
SERVING THE LOS ANGELES AND ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITIES!
5,000+
ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SERVED!
Our Programs
Link to: Excels
Excels
Experiencing the Community through Educational Learning Skills
Link to: Community Integration Program
Community Integration Program
Opportunities for Community Inclusion
Link to: Seniors
Seniors
Supporting Older Participants so They May Retire with Dignity
Link to: Creative Arts
Creative Arts
Self-Expression and Creativity
Link to: Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts
Training for Careers in the Food Service Industry
Link to: Career Development
Career Development
Empowering Individuals to Meet Their Goals
Link to: Supported Employment
Supported Employment
The Means to Form, Work Toward, and Achieve Goals
2024 The Arc Walk For Independence
Keep an eye on this space for information about the 2024 Arc Walk, scheduled for March 23, 2024!
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Emilio Sosa, CEO, at esosa@thearclaoc.org or (562) 855- 3461.
Conference & Banquet Hall Rental
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 LAOC, while supporting programs that benefit individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With a seating capacity of up to 150, our hall is available to host your gathering. We also offer catering! Click below for more information.
In the News
Our Culinary Arts and Catering Programs were recently featured in the LA Times! Gustavo Arellano visited the programs, enjoyed lunch with and prepared by our participants, and wrote a glowing review in his column. Read it here!
We’re proud to be an official partner of Caring Futures!
Support, skills, and community for parents and caregivers of adults with disabilities.
It’s a concern of every caregiver: What happens when I can no longer take care of my adult family member with a disability? Enter Caring Futures. We provide resources and support for those caregivers and their families. Our program connects and guides caregivers, building a supportive and active community throughout California. Sign up for classes, explore the Resource Library, and share information to build a supportive community, with websites in English and Spanish: caringfutures.org and futurosyesperanza.org.
This is a pivotal moment to make resources and classes accessible to the entire disability community throughout California.
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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Sponsors & Funders
The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and
developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community
throughout their lifetimes.
