Celebrating 50 years of service to the Frederick community
1958-2008

"When I grow up.... #1 - I want to live in an institution." (approximate yearly cost - $200,000) #2 - I want to live with 2 or 3 people who have disabilities that I don't know, with paid staff that I don't know." (approximate yearly cost - $80,000) #3 - I want to live in a home of my own choosing and select the people who can help me be a member of my Frederick County community." (approximate yearly cost - $25,000)

For many years, individuals with developmental disabilities lived invisible lives with no choices. Today, thanks to people like you, children like Sammy have a choice.

The Arc of Frederick County assists persons with developmental disabilities and their families to obtain the services they need and want in order to become as independent as possible and to enjoy quality of life within our community. The Arc seeks creative and cost-effective solutions to help people with developmental disabilities meet their goals.