We want to say THANK YOU Shoals community for showing up to our 2nd Annual Arc of the Shoals Benefit Car show a few weeks ago! We would like to thank the MISFITZz band for providing AMAZING entertainment for our show! Last year we raised just about $5,500, and this year we surpassed that by … Continue reading Arc of the Shoals 2nd Annual Benefit Car Show
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New HVAC Unit Installed
A new HVAC system was installed at Hope Haven on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. Thankful to Langston Service Group, LLC for assisting us with this endeavor.
DLCA In Montgomery
Dustin Phillips volunteered to represent the Board of Directors at the Disabilities Leadership Coalition of Alabama in Montgomery, AL today to advocate for the people within the Shoals with exceptional needs. Dustin had the opportunity to speak with his state representative, Phillips Pettus, and state auditor, Andrew Sorrell, this morning. Do you enjoy advocacy? We’d … Continue reading DLCA In Montgomery
Legislative Day
Disabilities Leadership Coalition of Alabama (DLCA) is excited to announce advocates from across the state will gather at the State House. YOU can make a difference in the lives of Alabamians with disabilities. Register for the event and join others in grassroots advocacy. Your involvement gives you a chance to share your stories with many … Continue reading Legislative Day
Our national advocacy partner, ANCOR, leads DSP Advocacy Efforts
Our national advocacy partner, ANCOR, leads DSP Advocacy EffortsLast week, as part of the continued push for stabilizing the direct support workforce, ANCOR led a sign-on letter in support of the Recognizing the Role of Direct Support Professionals Act. The Act would require the Office of Management and Budget to revise the Standard Occupational Classification system to create a … Continue reading Our national advocacy partner, ANCOR, leads DSP Advocacy Efforts
Night to Shine Shoals 2023 Photos
360 Photo Booth Photos
We Are Hiring!
We are hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at the Arc of the Shoals! Here are some quick facts about the job: You must have a high school or GED to apply. Applicants must pass background check requirements Full-Time or Part-Time employees are expected to assist in delivering support to individuals with intellectual disabilities Pay is … Continue reading We Are Hiring!
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Arc of the Shoals. We hope that you enjoy this holiday season with the people you love most.
Thanksgiving Luncheon/Awards
The Arc of the Shoals clients, staff, and friends enjoyed our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon & Awards Ceremony on November 21, 2022. We had representatives from Florence Utilities, Florence Professional Firefighters Local 270, and United Way of the Shoals. We greatly appreciate their continued support of our mission at the Arc of the Shoals. Their financial … Continue reading Thanksgiving Luncheon/Awards
The Arc of the Shoals & We Are Chapel Co-Host a Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat
The Arc of the Shoals and We Are Chapel co-hosted a Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat in the Fall of 2022. This event promoted a safer and more inclusive celebration of the traditional Halloween festivity. Our event understood that individuals with exceptionalities of all ages may struggle or be excluded from typical trick-or-treating due to: … Continue reading The Arc of the Shoals & We Are Chapel Co-Host a Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat