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Inclusion is about more than being present. It is about being welcomed, valued, and having the opportunity to participate. 💚

When everyone has a place, people are able to build connections, contribute their strengths, and be part of their communities in meaningful ways.

That is what inclusion looks like in action.

💚 Meet Felix & Bill 💚

Some connections never fade.

More than 30 years ago, Bill worked with Felix as his service coordinator. Although life took Bill to other parts of the country, he often thought about Felix and wondered how he was doing.

This spring, a visit to ARCA's geranium sale led Bill back to Felix. After reconnecting with ARCA staff, plans were made for the two to meet again on Memorial Day.

When Bill walked through the door, it was as if no time had passed. Felix and Bill immediately began sharing stories, joking, and catching up on life. Their laughter filled the room and drew smiles from everyone nearby.

As they talked, Bill asked Felix about his interests and the things he enjoys doing. Before long, Bill offered to become one of Felix's natural supports. Felix's response was immediate and heartfelt: "You want to be my natural support?"

The answer was yes.

Now, the two are making plans to spend more time together, including teaming up for ARCA's Bowl-A-Rama.

Our individuals create family wherever they go. Sometimes, years later, those connections are rekindled. The heart remembers. 💚

💼 Looking for a new opportunity?

We are hiring! Stop by the Rio Rancho Hiring Event and talk with our team about current openings at ARCA.

📅 Thursday, June 4
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Rio Rancho Events Center
3001 Civic Center Circle NE
Rio Rancho, NM 87144

✨ Full-time and part-time positions available
✨ No experience required
✨ Paid training provided

🍷🌿 Join us for ARCA’s Wine, Plant & Paint Cultivation Event!

Spend the evening at La Paloma Greenhouse enjoying wine, charcuterie, painting, and planting a succulent, while supporting ARCA’s mission to open doors for individuals with intellectual, developmental, and cognitive disabilities. 💚

Bring a new friend to ARCA and help us celebrate connection, creativity, and community during ARCA’s 70th Anniversary year.

📍 La Paloma Greenhouse
📅 Wednesday, July 8, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

RSVP to Jennifer at [email protected] by July 1.

Learn more: ARCAOpeningDoors.org/Events

Everyone deserves the chance to share their voice, experiences, and perspective. 💚

When people are heard, they can speak up, participate, and help shape the communities around them.

Creating inclusion means making space for every voice.

🇺🇸 This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Today, we pause in gratitude for their sacrifice and reflect on the freedoms they helped protect.

We remember their courage and honor their legacy. 🕊️

Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and valued. 💚

ARCA’s Foster Care program helps connect children with medical or developmental delays to nurturing foster families and supportive homes.

If you have ever considered becoming a foster family, we would love to connect with you.

Learn more at ARCAOpeningDoors.org or contact Jennifer Madrid at [email protected].

We are preparing to celebrate our 70th Anniversary! 💚✨

We’re looking for Development Committee members interested in helping shape this special celebration year.

Interested? Contact Jennifer Maldonado Greenwood at [email protected] for more information!

Barriers can look different for everyone, but removing them can open the door to greater connection, opportunity, and inclusion. 💚

When communities create space, improve access, and support participation, more people are able to be seen, heard, and valued.

That is how inclusion continues to grow.

Linda enjoys spending time with the people she cares about and doing things that make her happy. 💚 She loves music, dancing, movies, shopping, and talking with friends and family. 🎶✨

Linda is kind, outgoing, and values meaningful connections with others.