Hard Won Job Offer is a Win-Win Situation

Robert Apone and his family have been part of The Arc family for many years. We’ve watched Robert grow from a teenager into a young adult, eager for his first job. Like many, Robert and his family see this as an important rite of passage from childhood to adult. Two...

“Grandpa” Celebrates 13 Years of Volunteering

Antilano Gavino walked through the doors of The Arc of Anchorage Recreation Center not knowing what to expect, but with a desire to help people and stay active during retirement. He was part of a group of Anchorage seniors volunteering through the Senior Companion...

Mark and The Arc

  Mark’s parents faced the stark reality that they would not be around forever.  Mark’s mom says, “Parenting doesn’t stop with any of your children but it really doesn’t stop when you have a child with a disability.” Dave and Margaret Falsey faced a...

Dessert and art this Friday

The Arc of Anchorage and the artists of The Arc invite you to a First Friday art celebration. Join us for dessert and art from 7:00 to 9:00 pm on November 2 at Sugarspoon.  As a special treat, Raymond is holding a silent auction for the table in this photo. During the...