Agency Details:

The mission of The Arc of San Francisco is to serve people with developmental disabilities, individuals with similar needs, and their families, by providing access to a full range of services that advance self-determination, dignity and quality of life.

Description:
The Arc serves over 550 adults with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy and intellectual/cognitive disabilities. Providing services that include job training and placement, residential living supports, community access training, leisure and recreation for seniors and various social activities and outings.

History:
The Arc of San Francisco was founded in 1951 by parents who were dissatisfied with the lack of support available to families with children with developmental disabilities. At that time, the only services the government provided was in the state's eight developmental centers. Today, more than 190,000 Californians with developmental disabilities are served in the community.

Contact people:

Valerie Gold, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email) Laura Repke, Director, Development & Community Relations, (phone), (email) Jaiden Willats, Project Manager, (phone), (email)

Address:

1500 Howard Street San Francisco, CA 94103 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.TheArcSF.org

Directions:

The Arc of San Francisco is located on the corner of 11th and Howard Streets in the South of Market area of San Francisco. Exit highway 101 at Civic Center and proceed on 9th Street, north, to Howard Street; turn left and travel two blocks to 11th Street. Metered street parking available.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Van Ness Station,   Walk distance (in minutes): 5   Nearest Bus Stop: Muni Lines 9 & 43 to 11th & Howard Streets, 1 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	American Sign Language, Cantonese, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	Volunteers must be 18 years of age
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	No
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	No

Last updated on July 27, 2009