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We are a nonprofit community based membership organization
which exists to enhance and enrich the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities. To accomplish this,
we provide direct services and advocacy to assist those we serve in achieving their highest level of personal independence and self-sufficiency.
We are family based
our Board of Directors is comprised of parents and family members of people with developmental disabilities, along with friends in the community. Much of our
member support comes from families and friends of people with developmental disabilities.
We have a lot of experience at doing what we do, and we do it well
Contra Costa ARC was incorporated in 1965, and since then we've learned a lot about supporting people with developmental disabilities. We are known for providing high quality, cost-effective services,
and we are a respected leader in the field. We serve over 600 children and adults in Contra Costa County every day.
We provide a full spectrum of opportunities
for people with developmental disabilities. We provide an excellent array of early intervention services, including a unique and highly respected
program for children on the autism spectrum. We are the largest employer of people with developmental disabilities in the county. We are one of the largest providers of services to
people with developmental disabilities in California.
We are a financially responsible nonprofit organization
we stretch our budget as far as it can be stretched. We don't cut corners on the quality of our services, but we cut back expenses wherever they can be cut and we make every dollar of every contribution count.
We work hard to be as self-sufficient as possible:
- We operate our own assembly, packaging and direct mail business through our
Commercial Support Services, providing work for 250 adults with developmental disabilities.
- We generate substantial support from our Good Stuff Thrift Shop in El Cerrito and our consignment store in Antioch
Interiors consignment on lonetree. Every dollar of revenue directly supports our programs.
Contra Costa ARC is a partnership between the public and private sectors.
Some of our funding comes from government sources, but a significant part is self-generated or comes from our friends in the community. In fact, we depend upon support from the community to
continue operating. We invite you to become a part of that support.
We provide advocacy and direct services countywide:
- Lynn Center: An Early Intervention Program and Preschool for children with special
needs from birth to six years of age. Lynn Center serves children with developmental delays, children on the autism spectrum, and those with severe behavioral and/or emotional
problems. We offer a variety of programs, including nonpublic school services, that are family centered and developed to meet the needs of the entire family. Services are offered
in the child's home, in the community, or in a center based setting. In Pittsburg: (925) 439-7516.
- Community Access Program (CAP): Our program for adults with severe and multiple
developmental disabilities. With 3 locations serving 90 people throughout the county, CAP tailors individual programs to help these adults actively participate in a wide variety of
activities in their communities. In Antioch: (925) 706-1921; in Concord: (925) 685-9742; in Richmond: (510) 222-8266.
- ARC Inroads: ARC Inroads offers services 100% in the community with the emphasis
on self-determination. That is, services are provided in groups of 3 individuals who determine and direct the activities and services provided. The scope of activities and
community experiences include: self-advocacy, job exploration and training, paid employment, mobility training, educational opportunities, social skills training, recreational
activities, and volunteerism. ARC Inroads: (925) 706-1405.
- Commercial Support Services (CSS): CSS Work Services operates an extensive assembly, packaging and direct mail business at 3 locations which provide jobs for over 250
adults with developmental disabilities. CSS Supported Employment provides job placement, job coaching and follow along support for successful employment to over 150 adults
working in over 100 companies throughout Contra Costa. In Concord: (925) 825-5665; in Antioch: (925) 755-4925; in Richmond: (510) 233-7303.
- CARE Parent Network: A parent-directed family resource center for parents of children
with special needs. CARE provides information and support designed for the unique needs of each family, including one-to-one contact, group meetings, training workshops and a
special place to find understanding, support and encouragement. In Martinez: (925) 313-0999.
- The George Miller Centers: In 2005, Contra Costa ARC was asked by the county to take responsibility for operation of the George Miller Centers, which provide services to
over 400 children and adults each year. Each center offers early intervention services for children 0-3; an after school program for those 11-22 years of age; and a program for
adults over age 22. In Concord: (925) 646-5710; in Richmond: (510) 374-3981.
We achieve self-sufficiency through our business based fundraising efforts:
- Good Stuff Thrift Shop: Our volunteer operated thrift store, Good Stuff Thrift Shop in El Cerrito, exists to benefit people with developmental disabilities. Every dollar of
revenue goes directly to help operate Contra Costa ARC programs. Good Stuff Thrift Shop is a major source of self-support and community goodwill. You can support us by
dropping by to shop, by donating items in good condition for resale, or by volunteering a few hours to help run the shop! Good Stuff Thrift Shop in El Cerrito: (510) 528-9455.
- Interiors consignment on lonetree: Our newest fundraising venture is a home furnishings store in Antioch. We are expanding upon the concept of consignment sales
and including new furnishings and d้cor items in our store, as well as lots of surprises and fun objects. When people consign at Interiors the proceeds are shared between the
consignor and Contra Costa ARC. The store is in the Raley's Center at 3640 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. (925) 779-1100.
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