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L'Arche Atlanta

We are people, with and without developmental disabilities, sharing life in communities of faith.

L'Arche Atlanta is an Atlanta-based nonprofit that supports adults with intellectual and development disabilities (IDD). In the L'Arche Atlanta community, people with IDD (whom we call Core Members) are not clients, patients, or recipients of services. Instead, they are friends, teachers, and companions, who, through daily acts of care, trust, and friendship, develop into ambassadors of compassion and leaders for social change. L'Arche Atlanta launched its first house in 2012 in the Oakhurst neighborhood of Decatur and is now one of over 150 global communities in the International Federation of L'Arche. L'Arche was founded in 1964 as a response to the mass institutionalization of people with intellectual disabilities and has since spread to over 140 communities in 35 countries. For over 50 years, L’Arche has brought about a revolution in quality of life for people who have developmental disabilities.

01/21/2026

L'Arche's Annual Valentine's Dance is around the corner! The fun starts at 5:30pm on Feb. 7th at our favorite spot- The Frazer Center! We will have dinner, dancing, and crafts for all ages and abilities. Sign up to join us: https://www.larcheatlanta.org/community-events.html

01/14/2026

The Time is NOW to make our voices heard! Join on January 28th at the GA Capitol for COMP/NOW Waivers Advocacy Day. NOW more than ever our state legislators need to hear how necessary and impactful these Medicaid waivers are for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Currently there are 7,800 folks waiting for a waiver!

We will gather in the morning at Central Pres. Church for training and then head to the Capitol for an opportunity to talk with your state rep.

Registration for this event is at: https://GCDD2026WaiverAdvocacyDay.eventbrite.com

01/06/2026

You're invited to L'Arche Atlanta's annual Valentine's Dance! Grab your dancing shoes and join us on Saturday, February 7th at 5:30pm for an evening of dinner, dancing, and crafts. Celebrate all things love, friendship, and community! Dinner will be provided. RSVP right now and save your spot on the dance floor!! https://www.larcheatlanta.org/community-events.html

When: 5:30-8pm on Saturday, February 7th
Where: Decatur Legacy Park (500 S Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30030)
Who can join? Anyone! This event is perfect for friends of all ages and abilities.

01/01/2026

L'Arche Atlanta hopes you carry the holiday musical magic into the new year! Wishing you all peace, love, joy, friendship, and belonging in 2026!

12/25/2025

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and peaceful holiday season!

12/18/2025

"Share and Tell" or "Show and Tell"- You Decide! We are mixing things up a little bit for tomorrow's 4th Friday Zoom Gathering at 2pm. Join us and take a few minutes to share a story, talk about what you love, or show the group something you are interested in. Come ready to share and/or learn something new about your friends! Sign up to join here: https://www.larcheatlanta.org/fourth-fridays.html

12/10/2025

We know that many hands make light work! L'Arche Holiday Karaoke Party is this SUNDAY and we would love your time and talent! Consider helping at our craft table, organizing our musical line-up, or decorating the Frazer Center prior to the event! Check the link in the bio for more details or scan the QR code to sign up. Its going to be a holly-jolly good time. See you then!

12/05/2025

Guess who happened to be in Atlanta this week??? Former International Leader, Stephan Posner! What a gift to share a meal with someone who has given so much to and learned so much from L'Arche. Thank you, Stephan, for visiting our community. We are so grateful for your companionship!

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, your love and generosity helped us unlock a $10,000 match and your continued support has moved us closer to our additional $5,000 donor challenge! We are almost there ($15,000) and you still have time. With gratitude-https://givebutter.com/xDby5U

12/02/2025

ICYMI! It's and we are very grateful for your generosity so far!! Our donor has challenged us to an additional $5,000 match!! Will you help get us there??

11/30/2025

Time to unlock our $10,000 Match! Your Giving Tuesday gift sustains the heartbeat of L’Arche Atlanta — our community events that welcome all, and the assistants who bring our homes to life! Scan QR code or click here to donate: https://givebutter.com/xDby5U?blm_aid=0 !

11/26/2025

From our Clairemont Home to Yours- Thank you for imagining Community Differently! We are grateful for the many ways we enjoy life together—practicing hospitality, celebrating each person’s gifts, and fostering a sense of family in our communities. Wishing you a peaceful Thanksgiving filled with joy!

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Atlanta, GA

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(470) 582-0008

Website

http://www.larcheatlanta.org/

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...adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities share life and friendships in community.

In the L'Arche Atlanta community, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (who we call core members) are not clients, patients, or recipients of services. Instead, they are friends, teachers, and companions, who, through daily acts of care, trust, and friendship, develop into ambassadors of compassion and leaders for social change.

We are different ages, come from different home towns, have different family backgrounds and faith traditions but share a desire to live a full life, be loved as we are, and, by sharing our gifts, to blossom into our most authentic selves.