The Arc of Greater Beaumont is a membership based organization.  As such, we rely heavily on the support of our active members for the organizations continued growth.  Currently, the Arc is providing services and information to over 750 people but, only 150 are "active members."  An active member is someone who has filled out a completed membership form and paid their yearly dues (starting at only $25.00 for an individual $35.00 for a family per year).  By becoming an active member, the Arc will be better able to provide you with information pertinent to your needs. Your financial support helps the Arc continue providing services like Arc Adult Social Club Events, Family Fun Nights, and Self Advocate activities. Active Arc of Greater Beaumont members will automatically become members of The Arc of Texas and The Arc of the United States and will receive important advocacy information from The Arc of the United States and The Arc of Texas. To become an active member of The Arc of Greater Beaumont or to renew an expired membership please click here or call (409)838-9012.

The Arc of Greater Beaumont will host a day long conference Saturday, August 24th for parents, educators, and professionals interested in gaining valuable information on tools and resources for individuals with IDD.  As previously announced, Dr. Stephen Shore will be the key note speaker at the conference.  Dr. Shore will hold his key note address from 9:00 am until 11:00 am.  In the afternoon, participants will get the opportunity to choose three breakout sessions they would like to attend.  Breakout sessions will be available on the following topics: Special Education Law, Behavior Strategies and Techniques, Special Education 101, Sensory Integration, Steps to Accepting a Diagnosis of Developmental Disability, Bridging Apps, Transitions Across Settings, and Perspectives of a Sibling. Local organizations and informational booths will be on site for attendance to gain valuable information on some of the great opportunities for support here in Southeast Texas. Currently we are accepting vendor booth requests.  If you or someone you know may be interested in having a booth at this conference please call (409)838-9012 or email caitlin.kruger@arcofbmt.org for details.  For more information or to register for this conference please click here. View Printable Conference Flyer

The Arc of Greater Beaumont is excited to announce a screening of the feature film "The Senior Prank" in Beaumont on September 5, 2013. This is an anti-bullying film about a group of popular high school students who elect a girl with Down syndrome as prom queen, as a prank.  There will be one screening of the film the evening of September 5th 7:30 pm at Tinseltown Theaters.  This is a great opportunity for student organizations and youth groups to learn the importance of accepting all individuals regardless of their differences.  For more information on "The Senior Prank" visit their facebook page or, watch the trailer. The Beaumont screening was underwritten by Mandie & Dr. Garrett Peel. Tickets are $5.00 a piece and can be purchased by calling The Arc Offices at (409)838-9012.

The Arc of Greater Beaumont is offering stipends up to $500 for families of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 3 to 21.  The purpose of this stipend is to provide assistance to parents and guardians of children with IDD to continue education and development during the summer months. Stipend applications will be accepted on a first come first serve basis until July 30th and funding must be utilized during the 2013 summer break.  For questions concerning the Arc Summer Stipend Program please call (409)838-9012, email teri.hawthorne@arcofbmt.org, or click here for a Summer Stipend Application.