The Arc Western Montana

The Arc Western Montana In 1987, Montana State legislators took the first steps toward integrating institutionalized people with developmental disabilities into communities.

The Arc Western Montana, formerly Missoula Developmental Service Corporation (MDSC), has been opening doors and transforming lives since 1990 for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Montana. The legislation they passed created the concept of a nonprofit organization managing the human services support and carrying the fiduciary responsibility for adults with developmental disabilities placed in group residences as part of a broader urban community social movement. The city that bid for and won the practical application of such funding appropriation from the State for this innovative approach to caring for and nurturing folks with severe developmental disabilities was Missoula. The organization it established in 1989 was the Missoula Developmental Service Corporation a private fee-for-service nonprofit entity guided by a volunteer Board of Directors. By October 1990, three homes were ready to open their doors to the first 20 people coming from institutions where many of them had literally grown up. The organization now supports over 60 adults living in 10 homes and a day services center. A unique part of our services is that we offer clients with critical physical conditions, requiring emergency assistance and/or treatment, a unique nurse-managed residence with 24-hour on-site medical support.

We’re still smiling from all the energy, courage, and sportsmanship on display. Thank you to everyone who came out to su...
05/02/2025

We’re still smiling from all the energy, courage, and sportsmanship on display. Thank you to everyone who came out to support and cheer on these incredible athletes. Check out the latest photos—we’re so proud of every single participant! 💙🏅

🏅 Special Olympics Today! 🎉What an amazing day cheering on our athletes at  Olympics Montana Five Valleys Area  the Spec...
04/30/2025

🏅 Special Olympics Today! 🎉

What an amazing day cheering on our athletes at Olympics Montana Five Valleys Area the Special Olympics! Their determination, spirit, and teamwork were truly inspiring. Huge thanks to everyone who helped make it happen! 💪❤️

Some of our Foss folks took a little trip into the community today. A few snacks were picked up, a few good laughs were ...
04/25/2025

Some of our Foss folks took a little trip into the community today. A few snacks were picked up, a few good laughs were had, and it was nice to just get out for a bit. Simple moments like these mean a lot.

We had a wonderful Easter celebration at Kerr, filled with connection, joy, and community. Residents enjoyed a festive m...
04/22/2025

We had a wonderful Easter celebration at Kerr, filled with connection, joy, and community. Residents enjoyed a festive meal, Easter egg activities, and time together enjoying the spring weather.

Thank you to our staff for creating a warm and welcoming environment, and to everyone who helped make the day meaningful. It’s always special to see the smiles and shared moments during these celebrations.

Wishing all our friends and families a beautiful spring season.

🌼 Easter spirit was in full swing at Kerr this week!Our folks came together for a fun afternoon of egg decorating — a gr...
04/18/2025

🌼 Easter spirit was in full swing at Kerr this week!
Our folks came together for a fun afternoon of egg decorating — a great way to welcome spring and enjoy some creative time with one another.
Moments like these remind us how special our community is. Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful Easter season! 🐣💛

We’re excited to be part of the Frame of Mind art show! 🎨✨ Join us on March 14th at 5:30 PM to celebrate the incredible ...
02/27/2025

We’re excited to be part of the Frame of Mind art show! 🎨✨ Join us on March 14th at 5:30 PM to celebrate the incredible talent of our artists.

📍 Frame of Mind – 1706 Brooks Street in Missoula

Don’t miss it!

We made the most of a very cold day and had fun with an obstacle course!
02/11/2025

We made the most of a very cold day and had fun with an obstacle course!

 Children's Theatre  is hosting a Sensory Friendly performance of A Christmas Story, the Musical!
12/06/2024

Children's Theatre is hosting a Sensory Friendly performance of A Christmas Story, the Musical!

Last evening we celebrated folks who have worked at The Arc for 5, 10, 15, 20, and 30 years!  What an amazing turnout, a...
11/22/2024

Last evening we celebrated folks who have worked at The Arc for 5, 10, 15, 20, and 30 years! What an amazing turnout, and thank you for all you do!

Here are some fun pics from Halloween!
11/08/2024

Here are some fun pics from Halloween!

Once again, we represented at the University of Montana's Homecoming Parade!
10/23/2024

Once again, we represented at the University of Montana's Homecoming Parade!

Temple Grandin is speaking at the Butte Civic Center on Tuesday, October 22nd, from 7-9pm. Her talk is part of Montana's...
10/07/2024

Temple Grandin is speaking at the Butte Civic Center on Tuesday, October 22nd, from 7-9pm. Her talk is part of Montana's Intellectual and Developmental Disability (I/DD) Information and Resource Conference, Putting It All Together. The conference runs from October 22-24, 2024.
Registration for the conference is free!
https://puttingitalltogetherconference.org

Address

1005 Marshall Street
Missoula, MT
59801

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14067285484

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