Mission
The mission of The Arc of Frederick County is to provide advocacy,access to resources, and assistance in increasing individual and family connections for people with developmental disabilities. The organization seeks creative solutions to help people attain the goals they choose, thereby creating better lives for people with disabilities and their families. The Arc works to accomplish this mission at both the individual and systems level. The agency is under the leadership of a volunteer group of Board of Directors made up of individuals with disabilities, their family members, and other community members who are vested in advocating for and creating innovative supports for people with developmental disabilities.
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