ARC LA CROSSE, INC.
70 YEARS STRONG
Supporting, advocating and enhancing the lives of people with developmental and related disabilities, their families and friends by connecting people with people and programs, fostering awareness and influencing community thinking to improve lives.
About ARC La Crosse
A Legacy of Inclusion
Throughout history, people with disabilities have endured discrimination, segregation and exclusion from all avenues of community life including education, transportation, voting, choice of living situation, medical care and employment.
Today, the United States Constitution and federal laws have established and support that all people with developmental and related disabilities have the same legal, civil and human rights as all citizens.
We Fight For Justice
The ARC La Crosse organization helps to uphold these rights by offering valuable advocacy services on all levels at no charge.
A Legacy of Inclusion
The ARC La Crosse believes the human civil rights of all people with developmental and related disabilities must be honored, protected, communicated and enforced.
A Legacy of Inclusion
ARC La Crosse History of Presence in the Community
The Arc was built as a grassroots organization around kitchen tables, as individuals with disabilities and their families organized and fought for their rights and full inclusion in the community. Today, 70 years strong – we continue to advocate in our community and around the country – adding validation of equality in every aspect of life for all people.
1954
A group of La Crosse and area parents held several meetings to try to solve problems regarding education and transportation for their children with special needs.
1955
The ARC organization was formed and incorporated.
1958
Saw the development of a Day Care Center.
1962
The ARC organization opened their office part time.
1967
The Day Care Center added a workshop.
1974
Also, in 1974 education opportunities became mandatory The ARC organization opened a group home at 1021 Division Street in La
1978
Children ages 0-3 years are provided services through The Coulee Region Developmental Center. Adult age citizens with disabilities attend Riverfront Activity Center for sheltered workshop and semi-independent lifestyle training.
1978
Citizen Advocacy – a one- to- one mentoring program was started in La Crosse.
1984
The ARC organization became owners of property at 1035 Green Bay Street. A 4 plex apartment building was constructed to house adults with special needs in a semi-independent setting.
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LOCAL RESOURCES
The purpose of the ARC organization in La Crosse and surrounding communities has transformed through the years into a well-established, highly regarded advocacy organization supporting the lives, promoting the interests and upholding the rights of people with developmental and related disabilities.
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Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are
Benjamin Franklin
How We Work
Someone may need an advocate when:
Advocacy means getting support from another person to help you express your views and wishes. And to help you stand up for your rights.
- Important decisions are being made about their care, treatment, or lifestyle.
- They need help understanding their rights and options.
- They want support in expressing their views and wishes to relevant services.
Our Process
HOW WE ADVOCATE
- Active Listening
- Promoting Accessibility
- Respecting Self-Determination
- Supporting Self Direction
- Supporting Self-Advocacy
- Supporting Inclusivity
- Fighting Against Discrimination
- Enabling Better Understanding Between People
- Promoting Problem Solving
- Connecting Available Resources
- Promoting Education
- Strengthening Communities
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Fostering Awareness for a Brighter Future
For seven decades, ARC LA CROSSE has been at the heart of supporting individuals with developmental and related disabilities. From connecting people to vital resources
Advocating for Change, One Life at a Time
For seven decades, ARC LA CROSSE has been at the heart of supporting individuals with developmental and related disabilities. From connecting people to vital resources
Celebrating 70 Years of Impact
For seven decades, ARC LA CROSSE has been at the heart of supporting individuals with developmental and related disabilities. From connecting people to vital resources