Our Stories

AJ is 22-years old and graduated high school last year. He loves to listen to music, dance, and socialize. It was no surprise when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, things changed for AJ. He wasn’t able to spend time doing the activities he loved. AJ and his family wondered what would happen once he graduated in Spring 2021. Arc Triangle University Transitional Day program, funded by Wake County Schools provided hope for AJ.  AJ joined the program and has excelled! His favorite classes are cooking, music therapy, and art.  Unfortunately the program ends at the end of the school year.

What will AJ do when summer arrives? A summer ex... Read More »

Sarah is 19 years old and loves school. She has a full schedule that includes learning new skills that continually challenge her. Sarah also has cerebral palsy. She uses a wheelchair for mobility and requires assistant for most of her day-to-day activities. When school is out this June, there are not a lot of options for her. 

Too many people like Sarah do not have access to a quality programming where they can be active participants: learning, playing, and living full lives. The Arc of the Triangle wants to change that. With your generous support we will create a summer experience for Sarah and ... Read More »

by Kylee Redmond, NC State Intern

The Arc of the Triangle is closing out 2019 with a feeling of gratitude for all of our families, supporters, and friends like you. I think of The Arc as a family when I look at all the ways The Arc touches the lives of children and adults with disabilities right here in our community. I am writing to ask that you consider an end-of-year gift in support of the great work The Arc does. The Arc has been around since the 1950s, started by parents for the love of their children. Over 60 years later we are a leader in ... Read More »

Gerald Baugh was born at the old Rex Hospital in Raleigh, the son of the late Roy and Eleanor Baugh and the brother of Tim Baugh. His dad worked for the railroad and his mom for Pine State Creamery. He grew up on Lyons Street and lived there until his mother died in 2001.

The Arc of the Triangle wants to give you a glimpse into Jimmy's amazing life. The Arc is asking for your financial support to ensure our ability to continue to support Jimmy and the hundreds of kids and adults with disabilities that The Arc of the Triangle serves.

I heavily anticipated sisterhood all throughout my mother’s pregnancy. So when my brother Ethan came into the world four weeks before we expected, I was thrilled.