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The Arc of Delaware ensures persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities can live, work, go to school and enjoy leisure activities in their communities of choice.

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Homes

Our Housing Information Center is your one-stop resource for affordable residential options in Delaware for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Jobs

Our Employment Services program develops real jobs with real salaries and benefits, and helps people with disabilities maintain them.

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We are a comprehensive resource for information, referral, training and assistance for people with disabilities, their families and the community.

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Outreach

Our Case Advocacy program provides individual assistance and support to help people with disabilities get the services they need to maintain independent lives.

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Education

Our Parent Mentor program supports parents in securing the most appropriate educational services for their child.

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Empowerment

Our Delaware People First program provides a forum for self-advocates to network, discuss issues and enjoy social interactions.

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Advocacy

Through systems advocacy, we advance public policy to protect and enhance vital programs and services for people with disabilities.

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Those nagging, looming worries that start circling around just after your head hits the pillow. We provide a safe forum for discussing issues that cause anxiety, frustration and fear in families dealing with disabilities.

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News & Events

Spring Fling Dance

[ April 13, 2012; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Spring Fling Dance will be held on Friday, April 13, 2012, at the Cheswold Fire Hall, 371 Main Street, Cheswold, Delaware, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information, contact The Arc (302) 736-6140.

St. Patrick’s Dance

[ March 16, 2012; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The St. Patrick’s Dance will be held on Friday, March 16, 2012, at the Cheswold Fire Hall, 371 Main Street, Cheswold, Delaware, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information, contact The Arc (302) 736-6140.

Valentine’s Dance

[ February 17, 2012; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Valentine’s Dance will be held on Friday, February 17, 2012, at the Cheswold Fire Hall, 371 Main Street, Cheswold, Delaware, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. For more information, contact The Arc (302) 736-6140.