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: Meetings are held monthly on the 3rd Thursday at 5:30 pm at the Community Agency Building, 3rd-floor conference room. (113 N. Chestnut Street) Open to all.
Additional Information
Address: 320 Dupont Drive, Suite A
City: Seymour
State: Indiana
ZIP: 47274
Phone: 812-271-2200
Email: ed.arcjacksoncounty@gmail.com
Website: https://www.arcjacksoncounty.org/
- The Arc Of Indiana:
Website: https://www.arcind.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thearcofjackoncountyindiana
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.
Contact Information
Name: Melanie O'Neal
Title: Planning Coordinator
Phone: 812-271-2200
Email: arcjacksoncountypc@gmail.com
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.
Updated December 2021