The Arc of Decatur County

06/03/2026

The R-word didn't stop being used because something cooler replaced it. It faded because people fought to end it. And now it's creeping back, dressed up as a punchline, an insult, or a throwaway comment, including in shows like Euphoria and stand-up specials. It was never any of those things. And people with disabilities have dealt with this word their entire lives.

In our blog, people share exactly what this word has meant in their lives and the moments they heard it, who said it, and what it cost them. Their stories are honest, painful, and important. And they are exactly why this conversation still matters.

Read their words. Sit with their experiences. And then make two choices: never use it again and say something when others do.

Learn more about how the R-word impacts the lives of people with disabilities: https://bit.ly/42Zth3T

06/03/2026

Calling all food truck vendors!!! We are looking for more vendors for our Red, White, and BOOM firework show! Tag a vendor you know and contact us!

06/03/2026

Indiana’s Family and Social Services Administration on Tuesday announced it will pause enrollment of new autism therapy providers for at least six months, beginning Saturday.

06/01/2026

What happens when the services someone depends on suddenly change? In a recent article from The Statehouse File, Beth Crain shares how changes to her caregiving services led her to explore Indiana’s self-directed care option. This model allows individuals with disabilities to have more control over who provides their support and how those services are managed.

Stories like Beth’s are exactly why advocacy matters. We believe that when individuals with disabilities can foster confidence and have access to the tools and supports to speak up about what they need and how decisions affect their lives, everyone benefits.

As a two-time participant in The Arc of Indiana’s Advocacy Leadership Network (ALN), once as an Advocacy Fellow and once as a Senior Advocacy Consultant, we are particularly proud to see Beth use her voice to create understanding and help move important conversations forward.

By opening up and sharing her lived experience, Beth is demonstrating how to put advocacy and leadership skills to use. Not only advocating for herself, but also helping others better understand the real-life impact of disability services, caregiving, and choice here in Indiana.
Read more: https://www.arcind.org/news/why-choice-matters-beths-story/

06/01/2026

Get ready Greensburg!
Join us for Red White and Boom on July 2nd at Decatur County Park!🎇
Enjoy amazing food trucks starting at 6pm, then sit back and enjoy the firework show set to music. Tune into WTRE to listen 💥

05/12/2026

The Arc PLAY and CONNECT Mini 500 Theme proved to be a resounding success. Additionally, the Arc Community meeting held at the YMCA was also successful. We extend our gratitude to the YMCA and the Greensburg Public library.

05/11/2026

Got a small project that you need help funding? Our next round of small grant applications (for up to $2K) are due June 5. These are due the fifth of every even month.

05/11/2026