The Arc of the Mid-South is a non-profit, United Way agency that is dedicated to empowering people with developmental disabilities and their families to reach their full potential and to enhance their quality of life. Once known as MARC, The Arc of the Mid-South currently offers a wide variety of programs and services for individuals with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities, i.e. autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and muscular dystrophy among many others.
Philosophy
Arc's philosophy is to Empowering People with Developmental Disabilities to Achieve Their Full Potential. Arc is dedicated to providing advocacy and services, which enable individuals with developmental disabilities to realize their uniqueness, worth and full inclusion in society. Arc promotes public awareness of people with disabilities and their special needs.
Programs, Services & Opportunities
 Advocacy/Volunteering Opportunities
| Individual Family Support
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Career Development &
Job Placement
| In-home Respite Care/Personal Attendants
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Community Training and Education
| Out-of-home Respite
Care/Personal Attendants
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CPR & First Aid
| Provider Training
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Day Camps
| Great Adventure Club
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Employment Opportunities
| Weekend Retreats
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Home Training
| Residential Summer Camp |
History and Progress
Chartered by the Tennessee Secretary of State on November 2, 1950. A group of parents and other civic leaders organized the corporation to promote the general welfare of citizens with developmental disabilities with a primary focus on mental retardation.
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During the 50 plus years of existence, The Arc of the Mid-South has pioneered and promoted services and programs that have great impact on individuals with disabilities.
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| A Tour of The Arc of the Mid-South(1950-2007). Celebrating 57 Years of Support and Services
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Through all the changes and growth, The Arc of the Mid-South has stayed true to the philosophy of promoting the welfare of all individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Funding Sources
We are proud to be a United Way member agency. Other funding sources include:
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State of Tennessee
| Workforce Investment Network
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Community Foundation of Greater
Memphis
| Department of Mental Health
Development Disability
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Nike
| Department of Rehabilitation
Services
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The United Methodist Conference
| Children's Foundation of Memphis
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TN Council on Developmental
Disabilities
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Funding is achieved through grants, individual contributions, memberships, and fund raising events,as well as corporation,and business sponsorships from such companies as First American Bank, International Paper, Gold Strike Casinos, and Belz Enterprises.
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Membership
The Arc of the Mid-South has over 500 members. Arc is a prominent member of the Arc of Tennessee and The Arc of the United States. Membership is tax deductible. Please feel free to download a
Membership Form or you can submit this form online to The Arc of the Mid-South.
Benefits of membership
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Participation in the affairs of the local, state and national chapters of
The Arc of the Mid-South.
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Representation in local, state and national policy forums.
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Opportunities to contribute time and talent through volunteering.
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Reduced cost at conventions, conferences and special training.
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Insurance programs designed to enhance membership in The Arc of the Mid-South
for which members or their offspring may qualify:
*major medical health insurance
*life insurance
*in-hospital dollars
*medicare supplement
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The Arc of the Mid-South Today, our national newspaper with up-to-date
information on the organization and developmental disabilities.
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The Arc of the Mid-South's Credit Card Program - A national credit card with free
first year registration, travel insurance and other benefits.
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Your Support Is Needed
To effectively continue our mission, we need your support. You may make a donation to The Arc of the Mid-South by completing the donation form and returning it to the office. All donations are tax-deductible. Upon receipt of your donation, you will be sent a letter and receipt for your tax records. We appreciate your support, through your donation, The Arc of the Mid-South is able to improve the services and opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Your Support through membership enables The Arc of the Mid-South to:
offer guidance to those who need help and those who want to help
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monitor national progress made in the area of inclusion,
such as education, employment, community living and recreation
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make the public aware of the needs, rights and abilities of
people with developmental disabilities
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encourage progressive legislation
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develop and promote effective programs and services
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promote and apply research to enhance independence
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educate the public on precautions that can be taken to prevent
developmental disabilities, including fetal alcohol syndrome and
alcohol-related birth defects
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Please send donations along with your name, company name (if applicable), address,city, state, zip, and phone number. The Arc of the Mid-South is always looking for motivated volunteers. If you would like to become a volunteer, serve on a committee, help out in fund raising or as office support, or just give financial support, please include that information along with your donation to the address below:
The Arc of the Mid-South
3485 Poplar Ave., Ste. 210
Memphis, TN 38111
(901)-327-2473 Phone
(901)-327-2687 Fax
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