The Arc Achievement Program of Lincoln County would like to thank the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund for its support of two grants awarded in 2023.
One, in the amount of $6,000, provided a scholarship fund for individuals that do not qualify for Medicaid services to attend day support programs. To date, this grant has allowed seven individuals to attend day support programs at no cost. Two of these individuals attend day support programs on a regular, on-going basis.
The other grant of $594, funded the purchase of equipment and supplies to allow full access to activities for all participants. Equipment purchased include a wheelchair ramp, magnifier, tripod and shutter button, loom knitting machines and other small supplies. All of these items enabled participants with various needs to fully access our programs.
The Arc is a nonprofit organization providing advocacy and programs for individuals living with Intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Arc of Lincoln County has recently officially become a chapter of The Arc and serves 36 individuals. This program provides support to help adults with disabilities have access to different community experiences, while working to improve their social skills, life skills, safety skills, and increase their self-advocacy.
For more information on how to become involved in The Arc of Lincoln County, contact Nikki Holland at nholland@arcbenton.org
- Nikki Holland/Newport
