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SUPPORT. ADVOCACY. OPPORTUNITY.

A Life of Choice, Belonging and Opportunity

The Arc of Macomb County supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the families who stand beside them through advocacy, practical services, trusted resources, and opportunities to thrive in the community.

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♥︎ CHOICE

♥︎ INDEPENDENCE

♥︎ BELONGING

♥︎ OPPORTUNITY

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SINCE 1953

A community where everyone belongs.

Founded in 1953 by parents who wanted better opportunities for their children, The Arc of Macomb County continues to protect rights, build independence and help people with IDD make informed choices about how they live, learn, work and participate in their communities.
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HOW WE HELP

Support for every stage of the journey.

Explore the major ways The Arc helps people with IDD and the families, caregivers and professionals who support them.

Advocacy & Rights

Understand choices, benefits and rights.

Employment

Prepare for, find and keep meaningful work.

Independent Living

Build skills and support for life at home and in the community.

Benefits & Planning

Navigate benefits, work incentives and future planning.

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Choose the support you need.

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I am a family member or caregiver

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COMMUNITY IN MOTION

Stories of choice, work, independence and belonging.

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Advocacy that opens doors.
Benefits guidance, person-centered planning, education support and practical advocacy help people understand options and protect their rights.
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Work with purpose. Support that lasts.
Employment services help people prepare for work, connect with opportunities, build job skills and maintain competitive employment.
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More independence. More connection.
Residential support, respite, Shared Parenting and community inclusion help people build lives with greater choice and belonging.
Living & Family Support
WHAT WE DO

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UNDERSTAND OPTIONS. PROTECT RIGHTS. BUILD A STRONGER VOICE.

Advocacy & Rights

Our advocates provide information, benefits guidance, person-centered planning support, guardianship alternatives, special education guidance and more.
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BUILD CONFIDENCE FOR MEANINGFUL WORK.

Employment & Skills

Employment services and Skills Center programming support job preparation, placement, coaching, retention and independent-living skills.
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SUPPORT FOR LIFE AT HOME AND IN THE COMMUNITY.

Independent Living

Residential, community inclusion, respite and Shared Parenting services help people live with more choice and independence.
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MAKE TODAY’S DECISIONS WITH TOMORROW IN MIND.

Financial & Future Planning

Representative Payee, WIPA and Hugo’s Plan help individuals and families manage benefits, work incentives, budgets and future support.
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GET CONNECTED

Not sure where to start? We’re here to help.

Finding the right support shouldn’t feel overwhelming. The Arc of Macomb County can help you understand your options and connect you with services, resources and guidance for yourself or someone you care about.

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A more inclusive community starts with people who care.

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