L'Arche Jacksonville

L'Arche Jacksonville We are people with and without developmental differences sharing life together in the only L'Arche community in Florida!

We believe that by creating an environment where people with intellectual and developmental differences (IDD) can share their gifts, we are affecting a positive change in this world. We believe these shared gifts have the power to transform the lives of those who are open to receiving them. We celebrate the unique value of every person and recognize our need for one another. We explore and appreciate the diverse cultures and faith practices within L'Arche and endlessly strive to work together toward a more evolved and caring human society. Our community is made up of four family-style homes, our community center, and our Rainbow Workshop day program. L'Arche Jacksonville was founded as Harbor House in 1985 and joined the global L'Arche community in 1992. Founded in France, the L'Arche International Federation is over 150 communities strong spread over 35 countries worldwide. For over 50 years, L'Arche has brought about a revolution of quality of life for people who have developmental and intellectual differences. In our communities, we live, work, pray, and celebrate together, as a family. Our residents are called core members because they are not simply recipients of services, they are the cornerstone of our community, teaching us by example to live honestly, love freely, and be powerful advocates of change.

Meet Kathy, or as she likes to call herself, the life of the “Party House.” 🎉For decades, L’Arche Jacksonville has been ...
11/13/2025

Meet Kathy, or as she likes to call herself, the life of the “Party House.” 🎉
For decades, L’Arche Jacksonville has been Kathy’s home, where she’s surrounded by friendship, laughter, and love. From her purple curls to her one-liners (“Okay, we love ya hun!”), Kathy reminds us daily what it means to belong.
When you give to our We Are Family Fund, you’re helping Kathy and all our core members continue to flourish in a community where everyone is celebrated, valued, and loved as family.

✨Learn more or donate today: https://www.larchejacksonville.org/donate/we-are-family-fund-2/?fbclid=PAZnRzaAOAo2VleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaeJHJf6lTSznMoHzmU2t4I4VGWUqiW8r1ZQLvFfyKphQBjOpfxFQS8ESojIeg_aem_WrI-_tXmyw-aBRi-LtDsJQ

Join us on November 22nd from 11am–3pm at our Rainbow Workshop for our Annual Holiday Extravaganza! 🎄🎨This special event...
11/12/2025

Join us on November 22nd from 11am–3pm at our Rainbow Workshop for our Annual Holiday Extravaganza! 🎄🎨
This special event celebrates the creativity of our Core Members as they share and sell their beautiful artwork. Come meet the artists, find a gift with meaning, and experience the joy that lights up our community!
🎟️ Buy tickets or become a sponsor here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/holidayextravaganza/event/2025holidayextravaganza?fbclid=PAZnRzaAOCGZpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaf1X4rXTME-2bRuudfeYyGICdHSvgWpENfwZ2fqAHZih9yy2VLGxrry5kEr3w_aem_gRh6Cdn-4MWQTOGGozOzNA

Spooky season, L’Arche Jacksonville style 👻 Last week we had two days of Halloween celebrations with dancing, games, and...
11/03/2025

Spooky season, L’Arche Jacksonville style 👻 Last week we had two days of Halloween celebrations with dancing, games, and some great costumes. Already counting down to next year!

Peace House is getting into the Halloween spirit with a visit to the pumpkin patch and an afternoon of painting some pum...
10/29/2025

Peace House is getting into the Halloween spirit with a visit to the pumpkin patch and an afternoon of painting some pumpkin masterpieces! Lots of smiles and creativity all around🧡 🎃

Last Thursday we celebrated September and October anniversaries with skits and affirmations! Grateful for everyone’s “ye...
10/26/2025

Last Thursday we celebrated September and October anniversaries with skits and affirmations! Grateful for everyone’s “yes” to continue sharing life in our community🤍

Big thanks to the Occupational Therapy students from Jacksonville University for spending your Saturday with our communi...
10/13/2025

Big thanks to the Occupational Therapy students from Jacksonville University for spending your Saturday with our community! From co****le and pumpkin bowling to yoga and board games, your energy and kindness made for a perfect fall Saturday🎃🍂

a fun evening stroll right into fall 🍂☕️ (it’s still hot here in Florida but we can pretend it’s getting chillier outsid...
09/25/2025

a fun evening stroll right into fall 🍂☕️ (it’s still hot here in Florida but we can pretend it’s getting chillier outside)

happy fall yall! And happy Thursday!
09/18/2025

happy fall yall! And happy Thursday!

Are you ready for sweater weather and need some fall clothes? Join us this afternoon from 1-4pm at J.McLaughlin in Pont...
09/18/2025

Are you ready for sweater weather and need some fall clothes? Join us this afternoon from 1-4pm at J.McLaughlin in Ponte Vedre!
10% of sales benefit our community!

This weekend, Peace house went over to Greatfull house for breakfast! It’s nice to slow down on the weekends and spend t...
09/08/2025

This weekend, Peace house went over to Greatfull house for breakfast! It’s nice to slow down on the weekends and spend time with friends in other houses! Happy Monday folks, may your week be filled with good times and good company ☀️

If you didn’t know, creating necklaces in the bead room is one of Michael’s favorite activities at our Rainbow Workshop....
08/25/2025

If you didn’t know, creating necklaces in the bead room is one of Michael’s favorite activities at our Rainbow Workshop. Everyday when you ask him what he did at Rainbow, he’ll respond, “beads, necklace, blue,” which means he participated in making a blue necklace out of beads. Journey Through Rainbow and discover the many talents and gifts our core members have, creating works from the heart. Donate today via the link in our bio!

The summer Kathy and Larry bought matching shirts to wear to Rainbow Workshop. Happy Monday friends, have a great week! ...
08/18/2025

The summer Kathy and Larry bought matching shirts to wear to Rainbow Workshop. Happy Monday friends, have a great week!

Address

700 Arlington Road N
Jacksonville, FL
32211

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+19047215992

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