Celebrate Independence!

Advocates from around the state came to make a stand in Springfield for the rights of people with disabilities to live happy, healthy lives in their communities! Visit the Going Home website for more information on this powerful movement!


Attention Self-Advocates!
Check out Self-Advocates Online at: 
http://www.selfadvocacyonline.org/ 

Self-Advocacy Online has tons of resources and information to make you a better self-advocate!

 

Interested in finding a self-advocate group? Check out  the National Council of Self Advocates. You can find group listings, as well as plenty of useful information! 
 

Visit The Arc of Illinois website for memos, editorials, resources,etc.
 

Click here to get legislator contact information.  
 
Summer is coming...


With all the snow, summer seems like ages away... BUT before you know it we will be breaking out our flip flops and sunscreen!

 

Now is the time to start thinking about how you are going to spend the summer months! To help you plan for your summer of fun, The Arc of Illinois has put together a list of helpful resources to find the perfect program for you: Summer Program Resource Tool

 

Don't forget to look at Rockford Park District's Therapeutic Recreation Program for summer activities close to home!
Rockford Park District TR Programs
 
For Sale
Looking for a home in the Bryon area? Check out this great find:
- Wheelchair Accessible (ramp, walk-in shower, etc.)
- 3 bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms
 - Heated 3 car garage with out building
 
Contact Rhiannon at (815) 965-3455 or rhiannonl@arcwbo.org for more information!
 
  
The Arc of the United States

You may know what The Arc does on a local level, but are you aware of the work The Arc does on the national level?
What does the National Office do?

Read about how Andy is affected by what goes on in DC. 
Check out The Arc's website to learn more.

 
Stay Connected
Keep up with programs, activities, advocacy, and our fundraisers,
The Great Home Giveaway and Chocoholic Frolic!
 @arcWBO
Office Space
 
+/- 2400 sq. ft. 
Can be divided. 
 
For more information call Jacki at 815-965-3455.


   1222 E. State St.
   Rockford, IL 61104
   T 815-965-3455
   F 815-965-3673
The Arc is a 501(c)(3), not for profit organization. 
All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. 
The Arc is a member of The Arc of Illinois and Arc of the United States.
 
 
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