The Arc Eastern Connecticut
Individual and Family ServicesConnecticut, United States11-50 Employees
The Arc Eastern Connecticut is a nonprofit organization in the individual and family services sector, focused on supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Based in Norwich, Connecticut, the organization provides a range of services including day and residential supports, employment opportunities, in-home and family supports, life skills training, and recreation, all delivered through person-centered, community-based approaches. Its work emphasizes inclusion and advocacy, aiming to enhance full participation of people with IDD within Eastern Connecticut, in collaboration with national, state, and local partners. Founded in 1952 by families seeking educational opportunities for their children, the organization serves a broad local population and operates within a network of regional and affiliated chapters. A recent development noted in local coverage references a historical merger involving related regional organizations, reflecting ongoing consolidation in the sector.