About the Arc GPHW
The Arc is a national, state and local organization which serves the needs of "individuals with mental retardation and/or other developmental disabilities." The Grosse Pointe/Harper Woods Arc specifically serves all of the Grosse Pointes and Harper Woods in the State of Michigan.
The major purposes of this association are to:
- Assure that citizens with mental retardation and developmental disabilities are valued and that they can participate fully in and contribute to, the life of their community.
- Further research into and foster understanding of mental retardation and developmental disabilities.
- Influence governmental policies and actions on behalf of persons with mental retardation and developmental disabilities and their families.
- Further independence, choice making and self-determination by persons with mental retardation and developmental disabilities.