Our History
Serving the Pikes Peak Region since 1955
History of The Arc Pikes Peak Region
Organized in 1955 by a group of parents of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, The Arc Pikes Peak Region is a local chapter of a national organization of parents, professionals and interested citizens.
Together, more than 600 state and local chapters of The Arc form the largest volunteer organization in the U.S. These chapters are devoted solely to the welfare of the more than seven million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
The Arc works on the local, state, and national levels to ensure that the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are being respected and met.
Peggy Marshall, Co-Founder of The Arc Pikes Peak Region
What The Arc Does
Develop and promote quality services
Educate the public about the rights and needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Create awareness about prevention of intellectual and developmental disabilities in newborns and young children
Encourage research, progressive legislation and policy