The Arc of the Capital Area, Austin, TX Videos

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The Arc of the Capital Area's Art & Education Program is vital to the community by providing post-secondary education. The state of Texas' reimbursement rates are so low that they do not cover half the program's cost, reimbursing just $25 daily. The Arc's Art Celebration helps us continue to provide this vital program to those who need it. Get your ticket today to The Arc's Art Celebration!

Do you have a company and want to support The Arc of the Capital Area? Become an underwriter for The Arc's Art Celebration by reaching out to Ann Marie at [email protected].

Texas has the second highest population of individuals with IDD; however, it is 49th in the country for services for this community! The Arc of the Capital Area provides this community's vital services! Purchase a table for The Arc's Art Celebration to help support!

Are you ready for amazing artwork, great food, awesome music, exciting auctions all to help a great cause? Get your tickets today for The Arc's Art Celebration!

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Students at the Downtown Location love seeing other artwork! They were inspired when they visited the preschoolers art gallery at St. Martins Preschool!

We discuss mindfulness in all aspects of our services. Mindfulness helps us refocus and algin our energy into what we are doing! Use butterfly breath to calm big physical energy. The gentle wing movements will release energy from the body leaving it feeling relaxed. The deep breathing will also help to calm big emotional energy, like any anxiety or anger. How to butterfly breath: 1. Close your eyes. 2. Stand with your feet slightly apart and your arms down at your sides. 3. As you begin to take a deep breath in, lift your arms out to the sides gently and slowly. Connect your arms with the breath and move them gracefully like they are light as air and flowy. 4. Lift your arms until the inhale is complete and then lower your arms back down while you exhale slowly through your mouth. 5. Repeat two more times

Meet a few of the extortionary Arc Artist! https://www.arcaustin.org/artgallery/

Meet the Art and Education Team! http://ow.ly/8VhL50JPaIY

“The Arc of the Capital Area envisions a future where individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities can pursue full and productive lives, and their families have the support and services they need to not only advocate for but to empower their children… Together, we can make a better future happen… I thank you for your generosity. I look forward to seeing you out on the course for a day of great golf and a great time, for a cause near and dear to my heart.” – Ed Clements. ArcAustin.org/Golf #Disabilities #GolfTournament #Austin

We wanted to give you a taste of what last month’s Performance Night was like! It included group student-created stories, a student speech, and an open mic talent show! We had such a good time! #Education #Performance

It’s nurses’ week, so we want to highlight the wonderful University of Texas Austin School of Nursing students. Even during the pandemic they have been involved in educating and serving our students. One virtual lesson they did last year was teaching about stress- there are great takeaways so make some mental notes of what to do next time you’re stressed! #MentalHealthMonth #NursesWeek

Do you make a difference? YES! Your support last year brought smiles, community, art education, art shows and wages for artists with disabilities, jobs, case management, and lots of fun for Central Texans with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities! Thank you!! #Impact #Disabilities

We're working with Candlelight Ranch to put on a transition fair for families with disabilities! You can learn from community leaders & organizations about options after high school, as well as connect with other families. Come join us! You’ll see ARCIL, Inc., TILT Performance Group, E4 Texas from Texas Center for Disability Studies at The University of Texas at Austin, Integral Care, Aristreasuredgifts.com, Lifelong Learning with Friends, Texas Parent to Parent, Superior HealthPlan, and lots more! [Image description: Finishing high school and not sure what to do next? Learn about options & supports after high school, including employment support, continuing education, social events, case management, outdoor programs, and more, for Texans with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities. ArcAustin.org/Transition-Fair] #Disabilities #ResourceFair

There are a lot of great reasons to attend our transition fair for individuals and families with di
There are a lot of great reasons to attend our transition fair for individuals and families with disabilities: Zip lines, education on benefits, community connections, outdoor yoga, etc. Downsides? None – it’s FREE! Let us know you can make it at http://www.arcaustin.org/transition-fair/. [Video description: Transition fair. Top 10 reasons to attend the transition fair! 1. Enjoy accessible outdoor activities 2. Learn about benefits for individuals with I/DD 3. Pet horses and donkeys 4. Get connected with community resources 5. Become zen with nature with our outdoor yoga class 6. Learn about alternatives to guardianship 7. Take a shot at archery 8. Learn what options are after high school 9. Explore Candlelight Ranch while on a scavenger hunt 10. Have one-on-one sessions to help guide you where you need!] #Disabilities #OutdoorEvent #Family

Congratulations! You’re graduating high school this year! Now what do you do? Come learn about jobs, education after high school, guardianship, and more at our Transition Fair at Candlelight Ranch on 4/23! It’ll be fun for the whole family, with accessible zip lines, archery, sensory-friendly programming, community guest speakers, and lots more! [Image description: Happy Graduation! ...now what? Learn about education after high school, jobs, guardianship, ABLE accounts, and other important information for families or individuals with disabilities. Free & open to the public. Transition fair. April 23rd, 10am-3pm. Candlelight ranch. ArcAustin.org/Transition-Fair] #Austin #TransitionProgram

Students at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center collected flowers, leaves, and other organic materials from outside. Students then arranged their natural materials onto a piece of paper and sprayed different sections of their paper with blue, yellow, and green water to create organic silhouettes! What can you make with nature objects as you #TakeAWalkInThePark? #Nature

Thursday is Performance Night! You’ll hear students’ stories, watch a speech by Lizzie M., and enjoy the many talents of the students! You can bring a song, dance, or poem when you come, and you can join in for the talent portion of the evening! #Austin #Performance #TalentShow

Tomorrow is International Day of Happiness. Tell us in the comments – what is something that makes you happy? It could be your dog, a flower, sunshine, a particular person, or whatever it is that is making you smile today. #InternationalDayOfHappiness #Happiness

Yesterday was International Women’s Day, so we wanted to highlight an Art & Education student who is an advocate for women. Go make history, Lizzie! #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensDay

We are so grateful for our generous supporters who gave during #ILiveHereIGiveHere. Each gift will allow us to further our mission of supporting Central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities through education, employment, independent living, dog therapy, educational advocacy and transition services. Thank you to all who took part in this day with us and helped us raise $26,587! I Live Here I Give Here #Thankful

"Thank you. Thank you for loaning me a computer. I like my trainers. I like my classes. I like my teachers. I like to see my Izzy, and my Luke. I like to see my Lara and Pilar and the girls. They are nice. They teach me. They talk to me. Thank you for everything that you do. I love you” - Geoff E. (Student from Art & Education Program) #LoveOurJob #Education

Amplify Austin Day is going through tonight at 6pm! It’s a day for philanthropy, ie loving humanity. Now is your chance to join in on the biggest giving event in Central Texas! Support us now at AmplifyATX.org/organizations/the-arc-of-the-capital-area #ILiveHereIGiveHere #Philanthropy I Live Here I Give Here

There will be two yummy food trucks tomorrow: Botanita Tres Reyes with authentic Mexican antojitos and Dough Squad with pizza, empanadas, and all things dough! So plan to join us 5-8pm at Hopsquad Brewing Co. for beer, dinner, beautiful artwork, an artist meet & greet, and lots of fun! #FoodTrucks #ArtShow #Brewery

Amplify Austin is only a couple of days away! Please join our clients’ families and caregivers in supporting The Arc of the Capital Area so everyone in our community can have the opportunities to embrace vibrant lives and burst beyond expectations. You can donate early, and it will be counted on March 2 toward our goal! AmplifyATX.org/organizations/the-arc-of-the-capital-area #ILiveHereIGiveHere #IDD I Live Here I Give Here

The transition from adolescence to adulthood is a critical process, and it typically starts in high school. Unfortunately for children with I/DD, this vital transition often does not occur or fails due to the variety of hurdles associated with navigating a complicated system. When you #AmpTheArc you are supporting families by providing resources detailing next steps to take during this transition period. We provide support in developing transition plans for individuals preparing to graduate high school, plus host workshops and training for transition services such as special education, advocacy, guardianship, and more. AmplifyATX.org/organizations/the-arc-of-the-capital-area #FactFriday #Disabilities I Live Here I Give Here

Become an AmpTheArc Champion to help us raise money on March 2-3 for Central Texans with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities! AmplifyATX.org/organizations/the-arc-of-the-capital-area #ILiveHereIGiveHere #AmpTheArc I Live Here I Give Here

Our Theatre Performances are back! On 3/31 you’ll get to see students share their many stories and talents. They have been writing stories throughout the pandemic and have also been working on their improv and theater skills. This is their chance to perform with a live audience once again, practicing self-confidence & community engagement. RSVP by emailing lwallens @ ArcAustin.org [Video description: Save the date. The Arc of the Capital Area Performers Present: Performance Night. March 31st 2022 6-7pm. The Arc will be presenting original stories written and performed by students of The Arc. We will also have a talent section of the night for clients to participate and show off their talents! To sign up and for more information, contact Luke at lwallens @ arcaustin.org] #Performance #Theatre