The Arc of Wichita County

06/03/2026

🚨 We are looking for volunteers for Camp Harmony next week! 🚨

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 7:45am to 12:30pm, and you can help for any or all days.

Camp Harmony is such a special week for our members, and volunteers play a huge role in making it fun, supportive, and memorable! If you’re interested in serving individuals with IDD in our community, we would love to have you join us. Just give our office a call at 940-692-2303 for more information!

06/02/2026

Want to help make Camp Harmony a BLAST for our members this summer? We have a few last-minute needs on our Amazon Wish List. Every item helps us create a fun, engaging, and memorable experience for the individuals we serve. Thank you for supporting our campers and helping make camp so special!

find the items we need HERE👉🏼 https://a.co/03yRqtqq

06/01/2026

June's Board Member Spotlight - Jerry Bettenhausen!

"The Arc is the place in our community which provides advocacy, support, and services to people with disabilities and their families. The Arc provides a wide range of support and services to people with intellectual disabilities and their families which are not available elsewhere in our community. The Arc is currently expanding services in Wichita County, while also reaching out to other communities in North Texas which are lacking services.”

We are so grateful Jerry has chosen to serve us after a career of working with people with disabilities at Work Services Corporation!

05/28/2026

Come join us and The Arc of Texas on July 14th!

Contact your chapter for details and to RSVP! We can’t wait to connect with local chapters, self-advocates and families across Texas this summer as we hit the road for ! Join us for tips ahead of the 90th Texas Legislative Session and let’s continue to make progress for and with Texans with ! Confirmed events:

June 5: The Arc of Greater Beaumont
June 6: The Arc of Harris County
June 13: The Arc of DFW Area
July 14: The Arc of Wichita County
July 25: The Arc of El Paso
August 13: The Arc of the Capital Area

When the 90th Texas Legislative Session begins in January 2027, we must continue to use our collective power to educate and encourage legislators to make decisions that help, rather than hurt, Texans with IDD. Together, we can!

05/28/2026

A huge thank you to Erich Lofton and Sheppard AFB for their continued partnership and support of our HERO House programs. Erich has played such an important role over the years in helping our members build daily living skills, social connections, and confidence. During COVID days, Erich was committed to staying connected and would do live videos in our member group with his animals! We know we can depend on Erich to be there for our members and we are so grateful to have him as someone supporting the Wichita Falls community as a whole!

We are incredibly grateful for community partners like Sheppard AFB who invest their time and care into the individuals we serve. 🤍

05/26/2026

Sometimes getting out in the community looks like some window shopping at . Our members love getting to see all of the animals! 🦜🐱🦮

05/21/2026

Creating a sensory space at home does not have to be expensive. In this video, Dr. Frank Del Rio shares simple and affordable ways to create a calming area for individuals with sensory needs using items you may already have around the house. Small changes can make a big difference in helping someone feel safe, regulated, and comfortable.

05/20/2026

Spring has been full of fun, connection, and community at our Graham HERO House. From outings and volunteering to celebrations, exercise classes, and spending time together, our members have stayed busy making memories and building friendships.

One thing we love most about HERO House is seeing our members actively involved in their communities and trying new experiences. We’re proud of all the ways our Graham members continue to stay connected, give back, and support one another.

05/15/2026

Games. Prizes. Friends. FUN!

Our summer camps are an absolute blast and we can’t wait to host all three at our new gym! We hope you’ve signed up or gotten your loved ones signed up already to join in on the fun that’s just around the corner!

05/11/2026

Want to join us for our 2026 summer camps? It's not too late!

Sign up through our website (arcwctx.org/camps) ASAP so you or your loved one doesn't miss out!

Camp Harmony (adults) | June 8th - 12th
Camp Noah (children) | June 15th - 19th
Camp Wonder (teens) | June 29th - July 3rd