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Our Mission

To provide opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enable each person to be included as a respected and active member of the community throughout their lifetime.

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March 23, 2019 Special Saturday for Children Ages 8 to 11 Years

This Special Saturday offers an opportunity for children ages 8 to 11 years old with special needs to meet and make new friends, make a craft and enjoy a snack. A pare...

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March 23rd, 2019

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The Arc of Katy Highlights

The Arc of Katy seeks Hometown Hero nominations

We are seeking nominations for two Katy Hometown Heroes to be honored at The Arc of Katy 2019 Gala. The categories of heroes for which we will accept nominations are:

Hero for education, advocacy or support of individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities (I/DD)
Hero for community service that helps make Katy a great place to live.

Submit nominations here. Nominations will be accepted until 5 p.m. March 7.

What's New(s) at The Arc of Katy

FREE EMPOWERMENT THROUGH KNOWLEDGE TRAINING

The Arc of Katy’s new Empowerment Through Knowledge series continues with free sessions for caregivers on March 28 and April 25 focused on effectively accessing services and educat...

Color for a Cause 5K on April 13 benefits The Arc of Katy

Join the 2019 Color for A Cause 5K Fun Run and Walk on April 13, 2019, benefitting The Arc of Katy. Students from Cinco Ranch High School's Future Business Leaders of A...

The Arc of Katy 2019 Gala Opportunities

The Arc of Katy Board of Directors invites you to participate in our 2019 Gala – a memorable evening of dining and entertainment to raise funds to help maintain programs that empow...

What they are saying about The Arc of Katy

The staff is wonderful

“I have the best friends at The Arc of Katy. The staff is wonderful. I really enjoy going to Bowl and playing Uno with my friends.”

- Mary Harris, Participant

Welcoming to everyone

“I appreciate The Arc of Katy because Ali feels accepted and well as being able to help other. The Arc is so welcoming to everyone..”

- Laura Phipps, Parent

Is so much fun

“The Arc of Katy is so much fun, not only for the participants but for the families also. My brother Brandon has made new friends since coming to the Arc and cannot wait to participant in the program activities. I love seeing the smile on his face.”

- Maria Todd, Brandon's Sister

A tremendous benefit

“Having a child with special needs is like being in a fraternity you didn’t elect to join. I am very happy and proud to be a part of the fraternity/community that is The Arc of Katy.”

- Jane Dooley, mother of Megan Scholfield

I will never forget

“My experience volunteering at Arc was the most influential part of my summer. Their appreciation was always shown through their hugs and smiles. It was an experience I will never forget.”

- Kristin Thompson

Distinct pleasure

“I've had the distinct pleasure of watching The Arc of Katy grow from a small group of parents to a community of family, friends and professionals all with a common interest.”

- Mary McDonald

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