The Arc of Butte County Receives $10,000 Grant for Emergency Preparedness Packs for ILS Clients
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September 20, 2024
The Arc of Butte County offers a lifeline to individuals and families facing unique challenges, fostering inclusion, empowerment, and independence within their communities. By supporting The Arc, we ensure access to critical resources, educational opportunities, and advocacy efforts that enable individuals with IDD to thrive and reach their full potential. Through collective support, we affirm the value of every individual and promote a more inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to lead fulfilling lives.
Our community relies on fundraising events to generate the resources we need to make a real impact. By attending our next event, you can be confident in the knowledge that you are making a difference. We are proud of the work we do, and we invite you to join us and experience the power of collective action. Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of something truly special – we look forward to seeing you there!
The programs and services offered by The Arc aim to create a range of opportunities for individuals who require support. These opportunities include living independently, participating in community activities, finding employment, earning income, acquiring social skills, continuing education, and engaging in other daily activities that many of us take for granted. We provide our services in our service center, at the client’s homes, and throughout the community.
The Arc of Butte County is a community-based nonprofit organization in Chico, CA, that provides essential support and services to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and their families. Through diverse programs, The Arc promotes self-reliance, independence, and integration into society while advocating for the rights of individuals with IDD. As one of Chico’s leading nonprofits, The Arc fosters community inclusion and empowerment, making a lasting positive impact on the lives of those they serve. Supporting The Arc contributes to a more inclusive and compassionate community.
The Arc of Butte County provides services to individuals who meet the eligibility criteria established by the Far Northern Regional Center (FNRC). In order to benefit from our services, individuals or caregivers must first qualify for FNRC programs and must be referred to us by FNRC. Please be advised that The Arc of Butte County is not responsible for determining eligibility for our programs.
Residents of California who have a developmental disability that significantly hinders them are eligible for services. The disability must have originated before the age of 18, and it includes conditions such as intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and other neurological conditions that require similar treatment.
Far Northern Regional Center provides referrals to the residents of Butte, Modoc, Siskiyou, Glenn, Plumas, Tehama, Lassen, Shasta, or Trinity counties in Northern California.
An individual is diagnosed as having an intellectual disability when they score significantly below average on a test of mental ability/intelligence and are limited in their functional ability in numerous areas of life, such as communication, self-care, and social situations or activities. There are varying degrees of intellectual disability, ranging from mild to profound – which is determined by their IQ, along with what services they require. Those with an intellectual disability are fully capable of learning new skills, and they do so in a slower manner than those of average intelligence and adaptive skills.
An individual is diagnosed as having a developmental disability before the age of 18 and when their disability constitutes a substantial handicap that is expected to continue indefinitely. Some developmental disabilities include Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and Epilepsy. These are considered significant handicaps because the basic needs of an individual with a developmental disability cannot be met by participating in social, educational, vocational, recreational, medical, or other resources made available to non-handicapped individuals in the community.
As our clients’ safety is our top priority, we conduct background checks for all individuals who have direct interactions with them. This means that there are limited volunteer opportunities for those who want to work with our clients. However, we welcome volunteers from the community who can assist with in-person fundraising events by volunteering their time, donating tangible items, or making monetary contributions.
The best way to support our advocacy efforts is through monthly donations or by becoming an Arc sponsor. Every dollar donated to The Arc goes directly back into our community, ensuring the future of our programs and providing life-changing support to individuals and families who rely on our services to maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle while caring for a dependent with an intellectual or developmental disability.
We also encourage community members to shop at and donate to The Arc Thrift Store.
Donations can be made online through our website, via mail, or in person at our office. We also accept in-kind donations.
