ARC La Crosse

10/21/2026

Best & Worst Cities for People with Disabilities in 2026

10/21/2026

09/16/2026

Get ready to Dance

We’re excited to offer another brand new session of Connected in Motion! 💙

This FREE dance class is designed for dancers of all abilities to move, connect, have fun, and experience the joy of dance in a welcoming environment.

Our next session begins October 26 from 5:30–6:30 PM. Come dance with us!

Learn more & register: amandasacademy.com/ConnectedinMotion

07/01/2026

On the Same Page

Advocating for Individuals with Disabilities

For more than 71 years, The Arc La Crosse has been a strong advocate for individuals with developmental and related disabilities. Our commitment to supporting children and adults continues to grow as we work with community partners, educational institutions, and the legal system to promote inclusion and access to resources.

Over the past five years, our outreach efforts have expanded through strategic partnerships with local organizations. These collaborations have helped increase community awareness and create new opportunities for individuals with disabilities and their families.

Recently, The Arc La Crosse received a grant that made it possible to launch dance programs designed for people of all abilities. We are also developing The CLUB (Community Learning, Uplifting, and Belonging), a new program that will provide participants with opportunities to engage in cultural and community experiences while building connections and fostering a sense of belonging.
The Arc La Crosse remains dedicated to its mission of empowering individuals with disabilities and creating a more inclusive community for all.

The Arc La Crosse
601 N. 7th Street, La Crosse, WI
📧 [email protected]
📞 608-792-9615

05/04/2026

Getting ready for recitals.

04/27/2026

Connected in Motion Class #2 in the books for session 4.

04/27/2026

Expression through dance

03/18/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a campaign established in 1987 to promote inclusion and raise awareness of the challenges individuals with developmental disabilities face. Advocacy organizations play a critical role in advancing these efforts. For example, ARC La Crosse Inc. and Citizen Advocacy are dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental and related disabilities, as well as their families and communities, by protecting civil rights, pairing individuals with a life match, and promoting overall well-being.

This March, increasing uncertainty surrounds long-term care services and funding, as several programs have been reduced or discontinued. Proposed changes to Social Security, including more stringent verification requirements for phone-based applications, may further limit access for individuals with disabilities. These barriers underscore the growing need for advocates who can assist with applications, service coordination, legal matters, and program navigation—particularly for individuals with limited access to technology.

Organizations such as ARC La Crosse Inc. provide essential support to children with special needs and their families, including assistance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Effective advocacy requires specialized knowledge and skills to ensure these children receive appropriate educational and community supports.
It is important to note that ARC La Crosse and Citizen Advocacy are separate organizations, each with distinct missions and approaches to advocacy.

To contact ARC La Crosse:
[email protected] or 608-792-9615

03/04/2026

Another class complete at Amanda's Academy of Dance.

02/25/2026

Lots of fun and dance with Miss Serenity for Session 3 , class 2. Please join in on the joy of music and dance.