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The Arkansas Disability Coalition (ADC) is a state-wide non-profit organization that provides support to families and individuals dealing with various disabilities. ADC’s mission is to empower individuals with disabilities by offering information, resources, and support to make informed choices. The ADC collaborates with families, healthcare providers, service organizations, legislators, and the community. ADC’s goal is to promote full and equal participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of life.

Here are some key programs offered by the ADC:

1. Family 2 Family Health Information Center (F2F HIC): This program provides family-led support to families of children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). F2F HICs offer information, education, technical assistance, and peer support to help families navigate the challenges associated with caring for CYSHCN.

2. ADC Leadership Gym: This program focuses on leadership development and empowerment for individuals with disabilities. It aims to enhance self-advocacy skills and promote active participation in decision-making processes.

3. Project DOCC (Delivery of Chronic Care): Project DOCC provides training to medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals on understanding the impact of chronic illness and disability on families. It emphasizes family-centered care and coordination of services for CYSHCN.

In 2021, the ADC became an affiliate of Family Voices, a national network of family-led organizations. Together working to improve healthcare services and policies for children and youth with special health care needs and disabilities, including those from diverse cultural, linguistic, and geographic backgrounds¹²³.

Summary: The Arkansas Disability Coalition supports families and individuals with disabilities through various programs, including F2F HIC, ADC Leadership Gym, and Project DOCC. Their collaboration with Family Voices aims to enhance healthcare services for children and youth with special needs.