The Arc was founded in 1961 by a small group of parents and other concerned individuals. During that time, little was known about mental retardation or its causes, and many parents were advised to institutionalize their children. Furthermore, there were virtually no programs, activities, or family support networks established to assist in the development and care of individuals with mental challenges. The Arc has grown to over 140,000 members with chapters throughout the United States. The Gaston County chapter was founded in 1961, and currently serves our developmentally delayed population and their families as a resource guide to available services in our area. You can learn more about The Arc of the Unites States by visiting online at www.thearc.org or The Arc of North Carolina at www.arcnc.org.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Arc of Gaston County
Sara Osborne, Executive Director

2008 Board of Directors

Rene Azcanio- President
T. Mitchell Sanders – Vice President
Michele Stewart – Secretary/Treasurer
Billie Gaddy - Past President
Sarah Gaddy – Self Advocate

Sheriff Alan Cloninger

Jenny Carrington

Jim Hoyle

Crystal Stephens

Chad Thornburg

Carol Smith

Dr. Brian Buzzeo

Rita Baumann