Our Mission
The Arc of Lincoln County promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes. Our advocacy and programs support all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Our Vision
The Arc of Lincoln County envisions a world in which all people have the support and opportunities they need for personal development and independence, interdependence with family and friends, and inclusion in the community.
Our Core Values
People First
The Arc believes that all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are defined by their own strengths, abilities and inherent value, not by their disability.
Equity
The Arc believes that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are entitled to the respect, dignity, equality, safety, and security accorded to other members of society, and are equal before the law.
Community
The Arc believes that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities belong in the community and have fundamental moral, civil and constitutional rights to be fully included and actively participate in all aspects of society.
Self-Determination
The Arc believes in self-determination and self-advocacy. People with intellectual and developmental disabilities, with proper resources and support, can make decisions about their own lives and must be heard on issues that affect their health and well-being.
Diversity
The Arc believes that society in general and The Arc in particular benefit from the contributions of people with diverse personal characteristics (including but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, age, geographic location, sexual orientation, gender and type of disability).
