Arc of Jackson County (The Arc of Jackson County)

Agency Information

Name: The Arc of Jackson County

Category: Social Services

Service Area: Jackson County

Purpose: To promote the general welfare for persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or physical disabilities, to act as advocates for these individuals, and to promote the development, implementation, and execution of programs designed to benefit persons with disabilities.

Hours of Operation: Wednesday-Friday: 8:30am to 2:30pm

Additional Information

Address: 320 Dupont Drive, Suite A, Seymour, Indiana, 47274

Phone: 812-271-2200

Email: ed.arcjacksoncounty@gmail.com

Website: ARC of Jackson County: https://www.arcjacksoncounty.org/ or ARC of Indiana: https://www.arcind.org/

Other: The Arc of Jackson County sponsors several community events throughout the year for social interaction and information. We are a Jackson County United Way Agency.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thearcofjackoncountyindiana

Program Information

Description: The Arc of Jackson County is a local non-profit organization advocating for persons with disabilities. We are affiliated with The Arc of Indiana and The Arc of the United States. We serve as a resource and support to persons with disabilities and their families.

Title: Self Advocates Group

Description: The Arc of Jackson County sponsors this self-advocates group for residents of Jackson County. A self-advocate is a person with a disability that advocates for him/herself. The self-advocates will be having monthly events.

Cost: The self-advocate (& caregiver) will be responsible for any charges related to the events, such as a movie ticket (s). Assistance is available upon application to The Arc of Jackson County for those who cannot afford to attend. Transportation can possibly be arranged upon request.