Every Saturday, the Family Support staff plan fun, educational activities for special needs children and their siblings. The Rainbow of Kids Club offers varied recreational and social experiences.

Recently, the ROKC had a "PJ's and Salon" Party. The children and instructors dressed in their favorite jammies, watched movies and played games like FuzeBall or brain teasers. Everyone had the chance to have the hair and nails done. A fun time was had by all!

There are more adorable pictures posted on ARC's FaceBook page. Click here to see them all!

The ROKC and OKC have adventures every Saturday. If you have questions, please, contact Rene.

In this economic down turn, many local non-profits are scrambling to find new ways to generate much needed funds. The ARC of Butte County is one of the many charities struggling in our community to keep programs running after last years' California State budget cuts.
 
In 2009, The ARC was forced to close three popular programs leaving many families without support. Since 1953, the Arc of Butte County has been devoted to providing high quality services for special needs children and adults with developmental disabilities. Our customized programs give parents and caregivers a break from the stresses of raising a special needs child, helping to keep families healthy, cohesive, and united.
 
The kind people of North Valley Eye Care understand the difficult challenges these families are facing and are offering to help. Long time ARC supporter, Dr. Isaac Barthelow, of NVEC, has pledged to donate a $1 for every new FaceBook Friend the ARC can send their way.
 
We ask that every ARC supporter and FaceBook Fan, please, visit the NVEC FaceBook page http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Chico-CA/North-Valley-Eye-Care/126054721656?ref=ts and become a Fan.

Please, help us reach our goal of 500 new FB Fans!



Please, let them know you appreciate their support of the ARC.

Thank you!

 

ARC's Independent Living Skills Program provides a diverse range of skill training and services that focus on the individual's personal and social needs. The training enables individuals with developmental disabilities to acquire, maintain and improve their existing abilities to live independently in the community. Our ILS staff assists each client, based on individual needs, in areas of independent living and behavioral intervention.

ILS Instructor of the Month, Aurelia Rodriguez, works extremely hard with all of her clients. Often having to drive as far as Gridley to work with clients who have limited access to transportation. "She has been very successful with her case load, " says Bonnie Bethel, ILS Coordinator, "Aurelia offers all her clients professional instruction. Helping them live more fulfilling lives. I was very pleased when a clients husband enthusiastically voted that she be Instructor of the Month!"


Everyone at the ARC wants to thank Aurelia for her dedication to improving the lives of so many!

If you have questions regarding ILS, please, contact Bonnie Bethel or Ray Fennell.

   

 

 

"Art Class with Alan" every Monday and Wednesday
Orchard Lanes!! Wed the 3rd
- Contact Nelson or Dodi for Chico events and classes