
For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Achieve with us
The Arc Mid-South carries out its mission of protecting and promoting the rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through innovative programs. Our initiatives touch almost every aspect of life in the community. By sharing our knowledge and conducting training and events, our programs help connect communities and inform efforts to broaden inclusion across the Mid-South.
Get to know us
Based in Memphis, Tennessee, The Arc Mid-South is a 501c3 non-profit agency dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve their full potential. We are committed to providing advocacy and services which enable individuals with disabilities to realize their uniqueness, worth, and full inclusion in society. We offer a wide variety of programs and services for individuals with disabilities, such as Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy, and other developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Our philosophy is to promote the public awareness of people with disabilities and their special needs. Like The Arc of Tennessee, we value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, geographic location, sexual orientation, gender, or level of disability.
Upcoming Events
- Tue, Oct 10University of MemphisOct 10, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMUniversity of Memphis, Maxine A. Smith University Center, 499 University St. Memphis, TN 38112“Who will speak for me." Discussing such topics as: Transitional Services, Mental Health Resources and supports, Special Needs Trust and financial Planning, Waiver Services, Transportation, CIT (Crisis Intervention Team), Self-Advocacy and more.
- Sat, Nov 04GermantownNov 04, 5:30 PMGermantown, 1900 S Germantown Rd, Germantown, TN 38138, USAThank you for supporting The Arc Mid-South’s 28th Annual Awards and Benefit Gala "Creating Independence…. Supporting Literacy" The Arc Mid-South would like to thank all the generous sponsors, contributors, members, volunteers, guests and staff for your support!
- Tue, Nov 28https://www.givingtuesday.org/Nov 28, 12:00 AM – 11:50 PMhttps://www.givingtuesday.org/Everyone has something to give and every act of generosity counts! Join the GivingTuesday movement and reimagine a world built upon shared humanity and radical generosity.