How We Can HelpThe Arc of Anchorage helps Alaskans who experience intellectual, developmental disabilities, or mental illness achieve lives of dignity and independence as valued members of ourmunity. We offer a full array of services that cover the lifespan of the people we serve. In consultation with our staff, families choose the services that best meet their needs.

"thearcofanchorage.org/our-services/supported-employment">Supported EmploymentAssists adults in finding and keeping jobs in the community. Helps each individual gain the daily living and on-the-job skills necessary for successful employment.

"https://thearcofanchorage.org/clubhouse">The Arc Clubhouse
For youth experiencing a developmental or intellectual disability, ages 12-16. Provides fun, skill-building activities, homework help, arts and crafts, food preparation, sensory activities, and regular community outings.  Extended program hours engage youth in critical skill-building and recreational activities year round. Transportation is provided.

Summer Program Join us Monday through Thursday from 12–6 p.m., for exciting summer adventures! This day habilitation program works on goals while building lasting friendships as students participate in enriching activities such as swimming, community outings, arts and crafts, and more!

Recreation Services
Offers older teens and adults the opportunity to learn new skills, make friends, and participate in a wide variety of community activities.  Anyone that is DD eligible and new to The Arc is welcome to register for classes after they complete an intake application . Registration is open year-round. Please contact us for a tour or arrange to visit a class to check out how much fun it is at the Rec Center!

Behavioral Health Services
Serves children and adults with a mental illness or severe emotional disturbance (SED) in combination with a developmental disability.

Community Living Services
Provides support that encourages independence and participation in the community, allowing adults with developmental disabilities to live on their own, with roommates, and/or staff. Also offers in-home assistance and respite care for children with developmental disabilities or complex medical conditions who live with their families or with foster families.

Kids on the Block
The Arc of Anchorage is proud to partner with Kids on the Block Inc., providing puppet presentations free of charge. Viewing a Kids on the Block performance is an unforgettable educational experience. The “kids” vividly and effectively model relationships between people, both with and without disabilities, by using frank and often humorous communication of facts and feeling between the puppet characters and the audience. Each show is 40 minutes, you get to choose two of the following presentations: Autism, Bullying, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impairment, Sibling with a Disability, or Visual Impairment. Kids on the Block shows are available for K-5th. Call 907.277.6677 to schedule a show!

Nursing Services
Trains parents and care providers so they can create a safe, healthy environment that allows children with complex medical conditions to leave the hospital and live at home with their families. Provides intensive active treatment for adults to avoid institutionalization and continue living at home and participating in community life.

Short Term Assistance and Referral (STAR)
Provides information about the services available and connects people with the resources they need. Helps families apply for funding from the State of Alaska. Helps find solutions during crises and emergencies.