Description:
Empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to lead better lives by providing a lifetime of services, family support and advocacy. Services provided are designed to maximize choice and to support people.
Services include: transition services for students with disabilities, early childhood developmental assessment, equipment loan, developmental disabilities adult day programs, prevocational training, supported employment, respite care subsidies, supported living services for adults with disabilities, disability-related parenting programs, therapeutic camp, caregiver/care receiver support groups, social clubs/events, general counseling services, subject-specific public awareness/education, and educational workshops.
ALSO KNOWN AS
ST. LOUIS ARC CENTENE FAMILY CENTER
ST. LOUIS ASSOCIATION FOR RETARDED CITIZENS
ST. LOUIS ARC
SLARC
ARC
Hours:
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
April 1, 2024
Employer ID:
430718811
Year Incorporated:
1950
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
1177 North Warson Road
Saint Louis, MO 63132
Contacts
Sandy Anderson
Gail Ramspott
Mark Keeley
Stephanie Scott
Phone Numbers
Main
(314) 569-2211
Fax
(314) 569-0778
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Services
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Description
Community Integration: Provides opportunities during the day to increase independence and participate in the community by providing training in work, social/recreational and living skills.
Hours
vary by location, but the 8:30-2:30pm is closest to majority of the programs
Required Documents
Proof of disability is required
Eligibility
- Must have a diagnosed intellectual and/or developmental disability - 18+
Fees
- Services are provided under a variety of Department of Mental Health Waivers
Intake Procedure
To apply contact Day Services intake at dsintake@slarc.org
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
The St. Louis Self-Advocates are St. Louis area adults seeking to empower each other, to increase awareness about disability-related issues, and improve their community.
Hours
Thu - 4:00pm to 5:30pm and other planned activities throughout the year
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Ages 18 years and older with a diagnosed disability
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Email advocacy@slarc.org to apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Therapeutic toys and equipment are loaned to families free of charge for as long as it it needed. There are over 1,500 pieces of therapy equipment available. Families are encouraged to consult with therapist for equipment recommendations in the following areas: gross and fine motor; speech and language development; sensory integration; ability switches and adapted toys; visual and auditory processing; cognitive development and problem solving; position and mobility.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Children with developmental disabilities
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
- Call To Apply - Catalog of equipment is available at https://www.slarc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/CKF-Catalog-2018.pdf
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
Developmental, Occupational, Physical and Speech therapy are provided by therapists at a child's natural locations such as school, home, or at community locations. Therapist also perform program evaluations and education for teachers and staff, enabling them to best support children with disabilities.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Photo ID - Proof of Insurance - Medicaid Card
Eligibility
Child with Autism
Fees
- Some private pay - Insurance - Medicaid - First Steps
Intake Procedure
Contact agency staff to begin application process
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Teens in Motion: Summer project for St. Louis County residents, ages 13 to 15, who have intellectual or developmental disabilities to volunteer and explore employment options. Individuals will expand their social network and experience a variety of educational presentations and community activities. Staff ratio of one to three. Neighborhood Experiences: Summer program for St. Louis City and St. Louis County residents, ages 16 to 21, who have intellectual or developmental disabilities to volunteer and explore employment options, while gaining some work experience. Individuals will expand their social network and create a professional resume and portfolio. Staff ratio is up to one to three.
Hours
Vary - call during business hours for details
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
- Teens in Motion: Young teens ages 13-15 years who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. - Neighborhood Experiences: Teens ages 16-21 years who have intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
- Teens in Motion: Call Carly McElvaine at 314-817-2233 - Neighborhood Experiences: Call Meghan Murphy at 314-817-2250
Languages
English
Service Area
- Teens in Motion: St. Louis County in Missouri - Neighborhood Experiences: St. Louis City/County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
Provides a variety of support groups for caregivers such as Dadsâ Group, Parent Café, Families of Kids 7 and Under, Joyzen Parent Powerhouse Workshop, Joyzen Tune Up Group, Transition to Adulthood: Caregiver Support Group, Supporters of Older Adults with Disabilities, Innovative Housing Solutions, Planning Forward Learning Series, Womenâs Group, Virtual Roommate Meetings, Adult Sibling Happy Hour, and Sibshops
Hours
Times vary - Call (314) 569-2211 or visit our website www.slarc.org/programs/family-support/support-groups/ for days/hours
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Call (314) 569-2211 or visit our website www.slarc.org/programs/family-support/support-groups/ for eligibility guidelines
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Call (314) 569-2211 or visit our website www.slarc.org/programs/family-support/support-groups/ to apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Community Integration: Provides opportunities during the day to increase independence and participate in the community by providing training in work, social/recreational and living skills.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 2:30pm
Required Documents
Proof of disability is required
Eligibility
Age 18 years and older with an intellectual and/or developmental disability
Fees
Services are provided under a variety of Department of Mental Health Waivers
Intake Procedure
Email dsintake@slarc.org To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Parents Learning Together (PLT): Helps parents with developmental disabilities learn the skills necessary to safely and successfully raise their children.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Parents must be registered with Missouri Department of Mental Health
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Anyone with a child with Autism
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis County and City in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
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Description
Provides individual and group counseling to teenagers, adults and their families.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Teenagers and adults with developmental disabilities and their families
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Counseling is conducted by staff trained on advocating for health care, nutrition and dietary guidelines for aging adults and the effects of dementia and Alzheimer's on individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Plus, counselors are trained to provide support to residents who experience grief and loss.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Residents of St. Louis Arc's group residences
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Call Mary Anne Tolliver at 314-569-2491 ext 261
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Speech and language therapists help young children to improve communication. Therapy is offered at the center or therapists travel to meet families, in their homes or other places in the community, which could include daycare, restaurants, grandparent's home, etc.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Children with developmental disabilities
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
To schedule an evaluation contact the main office or email Michelle Fricks at MFricks@slarc.org
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Occupational therapists assist young children who are experiencing difficulties with sensory processing, fine motor and self-help skills. Therapy is offered at the center or therapists travel to meet families, in their homes or other places in the community, which could include daycare, restaurants, grandparent's home, etc.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Children with developmental disabilities
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
To schedule an appointment call the main office or email Michelle Fricks at MFricks@slarc.org
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Provides a structured evaluation of a person's development and abilities - including physical, language, intellectual, social and emotional.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Children with developmental disabilities
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Call for an appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
This one year training program helps individuals build employment skills such as: interviewing techniques, how to complete a job application and developing a relationship with supervisors and coworkers. Geared for individuals with developmental disabilities who are 18 years and older.
Hours
Mon-Fri -8am - 5pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Eligibility is a person 18 years and older with an Intellectual or Developmental Disability
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Contact Taylor Hartmann for information, Thartmann@slarc.org, 314-817-2225, 314-698-6095
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis County
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Assistance with Residential Help in the HomeCare in the Home: gives extra support to family members caring for a child or adult with an intellectual or developmental disability. ARCH, also referred to as a respite, reimburses primary caregivers at a standard rate for short-term relief services they receive either in their own home, within the community, or in the home of a care provider.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Documentation of diagnosis is required - Proof of residency
Eligibility
Person applying must be the primary caregiver for a person with a diagnosed intellectual or developmental disability who lives in their home
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
Provides opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to participate in activities with their family and loved ones. - Family Fun Night: Offers families an opportunity to participate in activities together the first Friday of each month. All family members are welcome, regardless of age or ability. - Cooking with Family and Friends: Four week course designed for getting together and learning about cooking. Individuals will walk away with a complete meal they can enjoy during class. Class includes a cooking competition among the groups. - St. Louis Arc Night at the Ballpark: Each spring St. Louis Arc hosts a night at the Ballpark where reduced rate tickets are offered to individuals, families and staff. All attendants sit together in the same section and a portion of ticket sales go back to support St. Louis Arc. - St. Louis Arc Night with the Blues: Each winter St. Louis Arc hosts a night with the Blues where reduced rate tickets are offered to individuals, families and staff. All attendants sit together in the same section and a portion of ticket sales go back to support St. Louis Arc. - Teen Bowling and Teen Meet Up: Opportunities for teens who have developmental disabilities to hang out with friends and families doing fun activities like bowling, karaoke, bingo, Wii, board games and team sports. - The Wild Within: Summer adventure club for teens and young adults with developmental disabilities where individuals can learn the basics of camping, rock climbing, fishing and more. - Music Moves: Class for people with developmental disabilities to learn dance moves, the art of singing and other musical skills. Class is taught by an experienced Music Therapist.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families and/or friends
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
- Family Fun Night: Call Bre Ward at 314-817-2226 - Cooking with Family and Friends: Call Clinton Hall at 314-817-2293 - St. Louis Night at the Ballpark: Call Meghan Murphy at 314-817-2250 - St. Louis Night with the Blues: Call Meghan Murphy at 314-817-2250 - Teen Bowling: Call Clinton Hall at 314-817-2293 - Teen Meet Up: Call Carly McElvaine at 314-817-2233 - The Wild Within: Call Chelsea Larkin at 314-817-2249 Music Moves: Call Clinton Hill at 314-817-2293
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Family Support and Information and Referral: Provides information on services, resources and accessing community-based leisure and recreational activities available for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Individuals with intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities and their families
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call (314) 569-2211 or visit website at www.slarc.org to apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Speech and language therapists help young children to improve communication. Therapy is offered at the center or therapists travel to meet families, in their homes or other places in the community, which could include daycare, restaurants, grandparent's home, etc.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Children with developmental disabilities
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
To schedule an evaluation contact the main office or email Michelle Fricks at MFricks@slarc.org
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Prevention Services: Offers community education and consultation regarding prevention of developmental disabilities.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Supported Employment: St. Louis Arc offers individualized assessment, career development, on-the-job support and consultation for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc also offers employment services for people with high functioning autism.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Residential Services: Provides 24 hours a day support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who reside in group or community-based homes. Independent Supported Living: Participants receive needs-based, one-on-one supports that are designed to maximize a person's independence, while providing up to 12 hours of assistance each week. Supports can range from help paying bills and meeting health needs to assistance arranging leisure activities.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Medicaid Card - Physician Exam/Report - Proof of Assets - Psychosocial History - Immunization Record
Eligibility
Adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
Fees
- $100-$200 per day - Some fees paid by Missouri Department of Mental Health/Medicaid waiver
Intake Procedure
- Referral from State Department of Mental Health (Regional Center) or self referrals - For more information call Nancy Fortune, Co-Director of Residential Services at 314-817-2268 - For information call Beth Moeller, Director of Community Living at 314-817-2271
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Camp R&R: Weekend camping program that serves St. Louis County residents who have intellectual and developmental disabilities with high support needs. Campers are encouraged to discover their strengths and preferences through participation in a variety of recreational and outdoor camp activities. Camp runs September - April. Staff ratio is one to one or one to two
Hours
Fri - 7:00pm to Sun - 4:00pm Dates vary each year from September through April
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Children with intellectual and developmental disabilities age 13 and over
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Call (314) 817-2229 To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis County
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Description
Provides support for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are moving from one kind of program setting or service provision to another.
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Young adults, typically ages 16-21 years with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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Description
Offers a Family Workshop Series which provides in-depth information on supporting a family member with an intellectual or developmental disability. Most workshops are free, open to everyone and take place at one of two locations.
Hours
Varies by workshop - call during business hours for details
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Families of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Go to https://www.slarc.org/programs/family-support/family-education/ for schedule or call Brianne Smith at 314-817-2216 to RSVP
Languages
English
Service Area
St. Louis City/County and St. Charles County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Saint Charles County
- Saint Louis County
- Saint Louis City County
- Saint Charles County
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