The Arc of Craven County

01/29/2026

Florida has earned a heartbreaking distinction as the state with the highest number of deadly child drownings in the nation. Last year alone, 110 children lost their lives to drowning in Florida, and this year is already on track to surpass that grim statistic. Water safety education and constant supervision are crucial to preventing these tragedies in Florida and swim lessons reduce the risk by 88%!

FREE swim safety webinar on February 3rd at 12PM that will teach drowning prevention strategies and provide practical tools families can use at home.

Hosted by UWCF Success By 6, Swim Dynamic and Swim Angelfish, global leaders in adaptive aquatics.

01/29/2026

95% of students with disabilities attend public schools. When public education works, it can change the course of someone’s life.

As a former special education student, Kristen knows firsthand how a strong public education can shape a person’s future. She credits her Individualized Education Program (IEP) team and family for helping her meet her goals and graduate high school, something that might not have been possible without that support.

School didn’t just help Kristen graduate. It helped her learn how to advocate for herself; a skill she still uses today.

Now, as an adult, Kristen advocates for reinvesting in public education so that every student, with or without disabilities, has the same opportunity to succeed.

“This is not the time to take money from public schools, but rather to put more money into public schools and services so all students have the opportunity to achieve their goals and reach their full potential, like I was given.”

Kristen’s story is a reminder of what’s at stake when public schools and special education services are underfunded. Support in school doesn’t just help students get through the day. It helps shape their futures.

Share this to help more people understand why public education matters.

01/26/2026

Robbie's Clubhouse is partnering with the East Carolina University Dance Team alone with Special Olympics of Pitt County for a Dance Clinic!

Sign up in link below.

https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/10C0A45AFAB2FA1FCC34-61171989-ecudance

01/26/2026

Special Needs Baseball of New Bern will be at Broad Creek Christian Church to help families register athletes for the 2026 season!

📍 Broad Creek Christian Church
45 Olympia Rd, New Bern, NC 28560
📅 Saturday, February 7th
⏰ Baseball Registration begins at 6:00 PM

After registering, stick around! From 6:30–8:30 PM, Broad Creek Christian Church is hosting a fun evening for our special needs community!

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙⚾

01/18/2026

Join us for a Valentine’s Day Party for Adults with Disabilities on Monday, February 23, from 4–6 PM at the West New Bern Recreation Center.
Enjoy an afternoon of fun, friendship, and Valentine cheer! 💕

FREE - please register at https://newbern.recdesk.com/Community/Program

12/16/2025

ICYMI: Our CEO, Lisa Poteat, was invited to the Governor's Mansion to give remarks on the restoration of Medicaid rates. You can watch her remarks here:
https://youtu.be/59N5SWFfYa0

North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities Disability Rights North Carolina Autism Society of North Carolina North Carolina Fragile X Foundation TLC Tammy Lynn Ctr The Arc of the United States

12/16/2025

12/06/2025

12/06/2025

1 in 4 Americans have a disability. The language used about us MATTERS. It matters to us and to our families, caregivers, siblings, friends, and neighbors. The R-word isn’t a punchline—it’s harmful.

When we choose respect over the R-word, we create a world where everyone is seen, heard, and valued.

Respect is no joke, and it’s time we started treating it that way.

12/06/2025

12/06/2025

Landmark legislation marks milestone in FASD policy, safeguarding and updating FASD programs and services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2025 Thanks to the advocacy of families across […]