For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Our Services Include…
Respite Care
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Family Supports
Early Intervention
Independent Support Coordination
Chartered in 1961 and affiliated with the Arc Tennessee, we are dedicated to promoting the growth of nurturing communities where all people have the opportunity to join in fellowship and valued contribution to family, friends, neighborhood, work, spiritual, and community life.
Contact Us
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
kim@arcwc.org
Phone
(423) 928-9362
Individualized Focus
People should be the driving force behind their own services and determining what is needed and what is important. Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services (DIDD) is moving toward adoption of Principles of Person Centered Practices. The Arc Washington County supports over 800 people making choices regarding what services they need and want. The Arc has adopted these principles and is working to implement these practices and methods of service planning and delivery. Please click here to view details of Person Centered Practices.
NEW Occupational Therapy Program
An occupational therapist (OT), unlike physical therapists, is specially trained to help patients perform daily activities safely and effectively while also building confidence and promoting independence.
Occupational therapy can assist with:
Pain management
Neurological conditions, including MS or cerebral palsy
Mental health disorders
Intellectual/developmental disabilities
Education happens within the context of a larger community. Our approach extends beyond the individual to help ensure families and community members have the necessary support to live at their best.
“Without The Arc’s support, my daughter wouldn’t be the happy, thriving, child that she is today.”
— Jessica F, Family Support participant