Arc of Greater New Orleans works to secure for all people with intellectual disabilities opportunities to develop, function, and live to their fullest potential.
The ArcGNO Mardi Gras Recycle Center Turns Beads into Jobs
Donate Beads
Host a bead drive or donate beads at one of our collection sites.
Volunteer Your Time
Volunteer with our bead team in a fun and festive environment.
Buy Beads Online
Buy recycled beads to help us turn beads into jobs.
About Us
Arc of Greater New Orleans (ArcGNO) is a 67-year-old non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the independence and well-being of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and autism. Our staff currently support over 600 individuals throughout Jefferson, Orleans, St. Bernard, Plaquemines and St. Tammany parishes.
What we do
Family Supports Coordination
Residential Support Services
Assist adults with day-to-day living skills so they can be more independent.
Community Integration
We operate five community centers promoting independence, self-reliance and self esteem.
Employment Services
We assist with job placement, provide job coaching and employ individuals with IDD.
Mardi Gras Bead Recycling
We turn beads into jobs by collecting, sorting and repackaging throws.
Transportation
Provides transportation services for jobs, community centers and social outings.
Donate
With your help we can continue to provide services and support to those in need.
Volunteer
Help us advocate for and empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Our purpose is to create, through education, advocacy, and support, a greater New Orleans community that includes, accepts, and celebrates people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Articles
How does ArcGNO create jobs for individuals with intellectual disabilities or development delays(IDD)?
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ArcGNO Seeking Board of Directors Applicants
Want to make a difference in the life of a person with an intellectual or developmental disability?Join the ArcGNO Board of Directors!Interested applicants should fill out this interest form and check out what the expectations of board members are. An Arc board member...