The Arc of Greater Beaumont Down Syndrome Family Group visits The Giving Field
 On Sunday, November 9th The Arc's Down Syndrome Family Group visited The Giving Field. "It was a great experience for the whole family. The kids were able to learn about eating healthy and how The Giving Field helps out the local food bank." said Down Syndrome Family Group founder, Laura Soileau. ~ Read More ~ |
The Arc's Upcoming Events 
A new year, a new list of exciting activities! The Arc of Greater Beaumont offers parent support groups, family days, dances, a social group for individuals with high functioning autism, self advocate meetings, special community events, and much more. Check out what we have planned so far! ~ View Upcoming Activities ~ |
ABLE Act Now Law of the Land
 On Friday, December 19th President Obama signed the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act into law. The ABLE Act changes the tax code to allow for tax advantaged savings accounts for individuals with disabilities for certain expenses, like education, housing, and transportation. Similar to existing "Section 529" education savings accounts, ABLE accounts will let families save for disability-related expenses on behalf of qualified beneficiaries with disabilities that will supplement, but not replace, benefits provided through the Medicaid program, the Supplemental Security Income program, the beneficiary's employment, and other sources. ~ Learn More ~
Information from The Arc of The United States' The Arc Blog |
Jay Bruce Golf Benefit raises over $58,000 for
The Arc of Greater Beaumont. The 5th Annual Jay Bruce Golf Tournament held Saturday, November 15, 2014 was a huge success. "The Arc does so much for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). My sister has IDD and participates in activities provided by The Arc. One of the most memorable times in my sister's life is when she got to be a model in The Arc's style show. I am lucky to be able to help such a wonderful organization," said Jay Bruce. ~ Learn More ~ |
Calling all Talent!
Can you sing, dance, or have a unique talent you would like
 to showcase? If so, The Arc's Got Talent Show is for you! Every year The Arc of Greater Beaumont hosts a talent show in which children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are encouraged to showcase their special talents. The 2015 Arc's Got Talent Show will be held Thursday, February 26, 2015. "This is one of my favorite events. I look forward to performing every year." said SETX Self Advocate President Shane Henry. Registering is easy just click here. Don't want to perform? Join us on Thursday, February 26th at 6 pm to cheer on the performers. The event is free of charge and a whole lot of fun to watch. |
Special Guests visit The Arc's Winter Formal
The Arc held it's annual Winter Formal on Friday, December 5th . Special guests, Herman Fontenot, former Green Bay Packers running back, and Devin Wyman, former New England Patriots defensive tackle, came to show their support for The Arc of Greater Beaumont and to visit with Arc members. "Their visit meant so much to the individuals we serve." said Arc Executive Director Gary Hidalgo. ~ Read More ~ |
The Arc of Greater Beaumont administrative offices will be closed December 24th thru January 2nd so staff can enjoy the holidays with their families. The office will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2015. We wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
