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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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Oct. 22 Empowerment Through Knowledge session - “Surviving the Roller Coaster of Life with Autism”

When a child with autism is introduced into the family, the dynamics often change dramatically. And so, begins the roller coaster of Life with Autism. This training wi...

Event Date

October 22nd, 2019

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We're Hiring: New Job Openings Announced

The Arc of Katy is looking for individuals who have a passion and desire to work with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in the following areas:

Day Program Coordinator

Part-Time Day Program Instructors

For an application and job descriptions, please email us at info@thearcofkaty.org or call (832) 754-9802.

Click here to read more about our program.

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

Family, friends, "pardners" invited to Barn Dance

The Arc of Katy will hold our annual Barn Dance, 1 to 3:30 pm, Sunday, Nov. 10. Family, friends and community partners are invited to purchase admission, sponsor the event or donat...

Join us at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church Pick-A-Dilly Craft Market Oct. 19

Join us from 9 am to 4 pm, Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Pick-A-Dilly Craft Market. The Arc of Katy participants will sell arts and crafts they made as well as specialty food items from ...

Willie's Grill and Icehouse Spirit Night for The Arc of Katy on Tuesday, Sept. 24

Visit Willie's Grill and Icehouse for dinner on Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 4 pm to closing and let your Willie's cashier know you are dining in support of The Arc of Katy. Willie's will...

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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