The Arc Davidson County and Greater Nashville

10/07/2026

Our staff member, Kaitlyn , represented The Arc Davidson County & Greater Nashville at the Nashville Film Festival on September 30th. She attended the screening of "Being Heumann" at the Belcourt Theatre.

This was a powerful and meaningful show, and it offered a wonderful opportunity for our staff to engage with the community and connect with important disability advocacy storytelling. We’re grateful Kaitlyn was able to attend and represent our organization so well.

10/07/2026

As the legislative session approaches, The Arc Tennessee is gearing up to speak with lawmakers about why Medicaid-funded home‑ and community‑based services (HCBS) matter so deeply to Tennesseans.
The most powerful voices in this conversation come from the people who rely on HCBS every day. Your story can shape policy.
We would also be honored to help lift your voice. By collecting stories from across Tennessee, we can show lawmakers why it’s essential for people with disabilities to live, work, and play in the community—not in institutions or other segregated settings. Help strengthen our legislative advocacy in Tennessee: https://secure.everyaction.com/WQMJHy3lTkKKiTR51jxaZg2

As the legislative session approaches, The Arc Tennessee is preparing to speak with lawmakers about the importance of Medicaid-funded home- and community-based services (HCBS) to their constituents. In Tennessee, HCBS services are called “CHOICES” and “ECF CHOICES.”

The most powerful messages come from people who rely on these services every day. We encourage you to contact your representatives and explain how HCBS improve your quality of life and help you participate more fully in your community. We would also be honored to share your story. By collecting stories from across the state, we can highlight why it's important to live, work, and play in the community alongside everyone else, rather than in a separate setting like an institution.

Help strengthen our legislative advocacy in Tennessee: https://secure.everyaction.com/WQMJHy3lTkKKiTR51jxaZg2

09/21/2026

The Arc Davidson County was very excited to have our staff attend the **Chukkers for Charity** event in support of **The Rochelle Center and Saddle Up!**

We are proud to be part of a community that comes together to support individuals with disabilities and create meaningful opportunities for a better tomorrow.

Keep up the great work! We are proud of everyone who continues to make a difference and help build a stronger, more inclusive community.

09/04/2026

🎄✨ The Arc Davidson County & Greater Nashville’s 9th Annual Festival of Trees is Coming! ✨🎄

We are excited to begin preparing for our 9th Annual Festival of Trees, taking place December 3rd at the Holiday Inn Vanderbilt in Nashville!

📅 Festival: December 3rd
🎄 Set-Up: November 30th
✨ Tear down: January 4th
📍 Location: Holiday Inn Vanderbilt, Nashville, TN

We would be honored to have your organization join us as a Festival Sponsor!

🎄 Interested in sponsoring a tree this year?
Please reach out to [email protected] with the subject line “Sponsor.”

There are also additional ways your organization can support the Festival! You can donate an item or gift certificate for our Silent Auction. Sponsors are also welcome to contribute a Silent Auction item in addition to their sponsorship.

Your support helps make this special event possible and allows us to continue bringing our community together while supporting the mission of The Arc Davidson County & Greater Nashville.

💚 Want to get involved? We’d love to have you be part of the Festival!

Please share this post with organizations, businesses, and community partners who may be interested in supporting this year’s Festival of Trees! 🎄

09/03/2026

📣 Families in the Knoxville Area — We Want to Hear From You!

The Arc Davidson County & Greater Nashville will be participating in the Effective Policing Conference: Autism, taking place October 13–14 in Knoxville, Tennessee, at the Knoxville Convention Center.

As part of the conference, we will be hosting the Parent Perspective Breakout Session, and we need your help! 💙

We are looking for families who are willing to share their experiences with law enforcement and help provide education, insight, and real-life perspectives that can make a difference.

We want to hear about:

✨ Positive experiences and successful outcomes
✨ Solutions that worked for your family
✨ Lessons learned along the way
✨ Challenges that led to positive change
✨ What law enforcement, families, and communities can learn from one another
✨ Ideas for how we can continue to grow and improve

If you know a family in the Knoxville/East Tennessee area who may be interested in participating in the Parent Perspective session, please share this post with them and encourage them to complete the link below.

🔗 https://form.jotform.com/262225823867060

We will review the stories submitted and reach out to selected families within the next few weeks with more information about participating in the conference.

Your story has the power to educate, create understanding, and help build better connections between families and law enforcement. We want to hear what is working and learn from your experiences!

Please share! ❤️

Please click the link to complete this form.

06/02/2026

🏅 All In Sports Demo Day 🏅

Come the fun at All in Sports Demo Day!

📅 Thursday, June 25
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Father Ryan High School

This exciting event is perfect for both new and seasoned athletes. Participants will have the opportunity to try a variety of sports, learn new skills, and discover activities they may have never experienced before.

Whether you're looking to explore a new sport or just enjoy an afternoon of fun and activity, this is a great opportunity to get involved!

06/02/2026

🎉 Join Us at an Upcoming Resource Fair! 🎉

Come visit us at We Rock the Spectrum, located at 2054 Gallatin Pike, Madison, TN 37115!

Parents can explore valuable community resources, services, and support opportunities while the kids enjoy FREE gym time in a fun and inclusive environment.

We'll be there along with several other amazing organizations, ready to share information, answer questions, and connect families with helpful resources.

We look forward to seeing you there and helping you discover the support available in our community!

05/01/2026

🌿🚛 The Arc Pickup Service – Yard Sale Season is Here! 🚛🌿

This weekend the weather is looking great, and yard sale season is upon us! If you’re hosting a community yard sale or just finished a big clean-out, don’t worry about leftover items.

The Arc Pickup Service is here to help!

Before scheduling, please review the list of eligible and non-eligible items for pickup using the link below.

https://www.arcdc.org/pickupservice

📞 Need to speak with someone directly?
Call us at 615-248-1120

Let’s keep usable items out of landfills and support our community together! 💙

The Arc Pick Up Service is the primary source of our non-governmental revenue, $163,500 annually. Our employees ask the community of Davidson and surrounding counties to donate clothes and household items. J&I Advisory contracts with us to dispatch trucks to pick up the items from homes and take the...

05/01/2026

Providing resources and educational opportunities to families.

04/23/2026

There’s an Academic and Behavioral Learning Certificate Program through DDA in partnership with Trevecca Nazarene University. It’s designed for teachers working with students with IDD—and the best part is, it’s completely FREE!

✨ Program Highlights:
✔️ No cost to teachers
✔️ Self-paced (about 12 weeks)
✔️ Earn professional development credit hours
✔️ Open to all licensed teachers (not just special education)
✔️ Space available

This is a fantastic way for educators to grow their skills and better support students. Feel free to share with anyone who could benefit! 💙