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About Us
The Arc of Greater Williamsburg's mission is to improve the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through community activities and advocacy.
The Arc of Greater Williamsburg is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and has proudly served adults with developmental disabilities in our community since 1976. Our programs provide educational, health and wellness, life skills, cultural, social, and recreational enrichment. In addition, we provide much-needed respite time for families and caregivers. We provide 8-10 monthly activities to enhance clients' quality of life and reinforce their abilities. Additionally, we conduct a Day Program four days per week that offers continuing education, life skills, and vocational training. Finally, we connect clients with employment opportunities through Wheels4Work.
Our Vision
To be the champion of individual rights for all people with developmental disabilities and develop advocacy programs to sustain this cause.
Our vision is driven by the opportunity for hope, for growth, for change; the opportunity for everyone to become a valued, contributing member of their community. Our goal is to be the champion of individual rights for all people with developmental disabilities and to continue to develop programs to sustain this cause.
The Arc Serves People with Developmental Disabilities
Developmental Disabilities is the universal term for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities which includes, but are not limited to, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, irreparable brain injuries, and autism spectrum disorder.
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The Arc of Greater Williamsburg serves young adults as they age out of special education in our public schools at age 22.
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An essential byproduct of our programs is the respite time provided for our clients' caregivers, who often tell The Arc that if not for our programs and activities, they would never get a break! In addition, the monthly programs provide the opportunity for over 400 community volunteers to interact with our clients, cultivate lifelong friendships, and further enrich the lives of our Arc family members.
Our Values
Our History
The Arc has proudly served adults with disabilities in our community since 1976.
The Arc of Greater Williamsburg is part of The Arc of the United States, which was founded by parents in 1950. These parents refused to believe that the only option for their children was to be placed in an institution, separated from their communities. Instead, the Arc was created to help individuals with intellectual disabilities lead full and satisfying lives in their communities.
The Arc of Greater Williamsburg was founded in July of 1976 by local parents of children with developmental disabilities. It is one of 630 Arc chapters across the United States.
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For more about the history of The Arc of the United States, visit their website.
Our Staff
Arc of Abilities (Day Program) Staff
Carol Hofmeyer
Instructor
Lisa Steele
Instructor
Virginia Hart
Aide
Our Board
Executive Board
Sue Hassan
President
Julie O'Neil
Vice President
Diane Schwarz
Secretary
Greg Kline
Treasurer
Board of Directors
Jay Colley
Andy Dayton
Immediate Past President
Frank Dooley
Honorary Member
Bobby Dwyer
Erin Johnston
Rebecca Kinkead
Tracy Newsom
Teresa Weisz
Arc Drivers
Wayne Jackson
Joey Brown
Rebecca Jackson
Dee Matthews
Lead Driver
