Arc Mercer, Inc.
Mission:
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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Hpyvolunteer
07/28/11
Judging a person is really successful, I think it should not only depend on his/her academic or career but also depend on voluntary contribution to his/her community. I have enjoyed various accomplishments in my studies and career and also suffered different failures. Whenever I got a hard/difficult...
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Dorothy S.
07/19/11
I volunteer at the Step Ahead Program that is part of Arc Mercer. I began volunteering this summer and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! Evey time I go there, I always encounter new expereriences when working with these children. It's a joy whenever I go...
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