The Arc Mid-South in Memphis, TN
The Arc Mid-South
Empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve their full potential.
URL: http://www.thearcmidsouth.org/index.htm
Address: 3485 Poplar Avenue, Suite 210, Memphis, TN 38111
Phone: 901.327.2473
Who We Support
- Adults aged 65 and older
- Adults 21-64 who are living with a physical disability
- Adults who are having a difficult time carrying out activities of daily living
- Any resident of Tennessee
- Support Services
Home and Community based services are available to individuals who desire both in-home and supportive assistance as an alternative to nursing home placement.
- Adult Learning Center
Provides supervised care and activities during the day such as life skills, training, sensory room, arts and crafts, music, recreation, therapy, media room and community outings.
- Homemaker Services
Provides assistance in the home with routine household chores.
- Sweeping, mopping, dusting
- making the bed and washing dishes
- personal laundry and ironing
- meal preparation
- grocery shopping
- errands such as getting prescriptions filled
- Personal Care Services
Provides assistance in the home with bathing, dressing, feeding and other activities of daily living including some assistance with household cleaning and the maintenance of a safe home.
- Respite Care
Provided on a short-term basis when there is an absence of, or need for, relief for the caregiver. For example, respite might be provided when the caregiver is ill or hospitalized or when the caregiver takes vacation.
- Life, Education, Training Skills (LETS) Program
The Arc Mid-South’s Life Skills Program aims to increase students’ self-confidence through instruction in GATEWAY preparation, money management, sex education, homemaking skills, safety awareness, self determination, health & wellness, benefits navigation, housing and transportation possibilities. It provides the necessary tools designed to prepare individuals with disabilities to become independent.