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== 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.