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The Arc of the Capital Area, a nonprofit organization, is committed to empowering Central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through compassionate case management and innovative programs.

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Ways to Get Involved

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Institute Declaration

The Declaration of the Rights of People with Cognitive Disabilities to Technology and Information Access (called “the Declaration”) is a list of reasons why people with cognitive disabilities, including intellectual and developmental disabilities, deserve to have access to computers, internet, and other information and communication technology.

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The Arc of the Capital Area has various volunteer opportunities available – Whether you’re looking to volunteer individually or with a corporate group, we have meaningful opportunities to match your interests and availability!

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the Gallery

Our online merch store highlights the incredible creativity of our Arc Artists while empowering them to shine as Arc Ambassadors. Artists have the opportunity to see their artwork transformed into unique merchandise items, from clothing to accessories, showcasing their talent to a broader audience. To celebrate their individuality, we feature artists modeling their own designs, giving them a space to authentically express themselves.

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News & Press

Ants on a Log

January 27, 2021

Ants on a Log NUTRITION! We hear how important nutrition is in our everyday lives, but there are so many factors, and sometimes it can be so hard to start. Start little! Change your snacks to be healthier and more nutritious, and that little bit can go a long way! Today we are going to […]

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we’re falling for these moments 🍂💛 swipe to see what made october special!#october karaoke with friends >>> the perfect combo. #leander #karaoke #friendship Leander working hard on their fairy house that was entered into the Leander art festival 🧚‍♀️#leander #fairycore #diy coffee makes everyone’s day a little bit better. ☕️#austin #coffeelover #inclusionmatters Discovery Lab at Austin 🧪🔬🥽👨‍🔬Sign up today with the link in our Bio! #enrichments #science #austin Bake Society at the Carver Center for Families 👨‍🍳🧁🍪🍰Sign up today with the link in our Bio! #enrichments #baking #georgetown #hutto Another successful week with Bake Society at the Carver Center for Families 👩‍🍳🎂🍩🥨Sign up today with the link in our Bio! #enrichments #baking #georgetown #hutto we received some amazing art kits! 🎨🧑‍🎨#georgetown #donation #artist #community thank you, Chase from Get to give, for coordinating the art kits! ❤️#donations #art #explore #impact it’s butterfly season, always 🦋#hutto #butterfly #pumpkinpatch on the road again! can you guess where we are going?……#austin #community ….the titanic museum!!!⚓️🚢 visit our latest reel to see how it went!#austin #titanicmuseum creating and thriving 🎨👨‍🎨🕷️#leander #spookyseason lunch by the lake? we are there. #marblefalls #explore #lakeliving books take us places. 📚📖❤️#marblefallstx #library #explore Crafters Corner at Hutto! We made mixed media collages! 🗺️💐Sign up today with the link in our Bio! #enrichments #hutto #crafting #diy gotta getcha head in the game!! these guys and basketball? unmatched. 🏀⛹️‍♀️⛹️‍♂️#marblefallstx #basketball #explore #sports tis the season for some spooky classes 👻 #georgetown #carvercenterforfamilies #spooky #create #explore always room for a sweet treat 🍪#baking #cookies #marblefallstx did someone say chips and guac? 🥑🪅#austin #cooking #siesta #explore ...
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Our Austin campus explored the interactive Titanic Museum, stepping back in time to learn about the stories, history, and experiences surrounding the legendary ship. From hands-on discovery to shared moments of curiosity, our community continues to learn, explore, and make meaningful memories together! ✨#CommunityInclusion #austincampus #LearningThroughExperience #explore ...
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Meet Aspasia, one of our talented artists at The Arc in Leander! 💗🎨 Aspasia brings creativity, confidence, and joy to everything she creates! Inspired by her favorite colors, pink, turquoise, and purple!! Aspasia loves letting the canvas guide her imagination and creating artwork that reflects her unique personality.Want to take home something special? You can find Aspasia’s artwork alongside pieces from many other amazing Arc Artists at Art on the Rocks on November 6th from 5–8 PM at Old Gregg Brewing! 🍻🖼️Join us for our LAST gallery sale of the year and celebrate the incredible creativity of artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community. You won’t want to miss it! ✨📍 Old Gregg Brewing📅 November 6th | 5–8 PM#ArtOnTheRocks #ArcArtists #AustinArtists #SupportLocalArtists #explore ...
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