Who We Serve
The Arc of Adams County serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families throughout Adams County at every stage of life.
What is IDD?
IDD is a term that describes a range of conditions affecting how a person thinks, learns, communicates, and manages everyday life. It looks different for everyone – some people experience mild challenges, others more significant ones – but in all cases, it’s a lifelong part of who someone is.
IDD includes two related but distinct areas:
Intellectual disability
- affects how a person thinks, learns, and processes information — including memory, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Developmental disability
- refers to conditions that affect physical, language, behavioral, or learning development. Not all developmental disabilities involve an intellectual disability.
A formal IDD diagnosis typically means:
- The diagnosis occurred before age 22
- An IQ score of 70 or less, and/or adaptive (daily living) skills score of 70 or less, as measured by formal evaluation
Common conditions that fall under IDD include Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, and others.
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What Individual Advocacy Looks Like
At The Arc of Adams County, we show up for individuals with IDD, their families, and the broader community by offering direct support, professional collaboration, and community education that advances inclusion across Adams County.
Individualized Support
This is the heart of our work. We walk alongside individuals with IDD and their families to help them understand their rights, navigate complex systems, and access the support they need at every stage of life.
We provide information and resources, consultation and technical assistance, and direct advocacy support across a wide range of areas, including:
- Disability services and benefits
- Education programs and the IEP process
- Community resources and referrals
- Communication support
- Conflict resolution
- Self-advocacy skills and coaching
No matter where you’re starting from,
we’ll help you find a path forward.
We’re in your corner.
How to Request Support
It’s simple! Click on the Request button below and fill out the form.
Our intake specialist will contact you to schedule a time to discuss your concerns and questions.
Please Note
- Due to the number of requests we receive, individual support is time limited.
- Participation is voluntary and at the discretion of the agency.
- If you have worked with us previously, a new request will need to be made each year.
- We are non-attorney Advocates and cannot offer legal advice.