Arc, Inc. of Jefferson County
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215 21st Ave South
Birmingham
Alabama 35205
USA
Birmingham
Alabama 35205
USA
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The Arc is an association formed in 1950 by family members and friends of people with mental retardation. Today there are 120,000 members and nearly 1,000 state and local chapters. The primary objective of the Arc is to secure for all people with mental retardation the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of where and how they learn, live, work, and play. The Arc is further committed to reducing the incidence and limiting the consequence of mental retardation through education, research, advocacy, and the support of families, friends, and the community.
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Karen70
05/11/12
In my daughter's words:
"With the big deal being made about bullying and gay and lesbian rights, you don't hear much about people with disabilities and their rights. A man with an intellectual disability was told today that he has 90 days to pack up his stuff and find somewhere else to live. Why? ...
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