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The Arc of Buncombe County Health and Wellness and Social Programs

The Arc of Buncombe County

Asheville, North Carolina - Buncombe County

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Jun 8, 2026

Area

Asheville

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50 S. French Broad Avenue, Suite 246, Asheville, NC 28801

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Provider overview

The Arc of Buncombe County in Asheville supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and families through advocacy, family support, Health and Wellness, social enrichment, Operation Santa, and summer camp scholarships.

The Arc of Buncombe County is an Asheville nonprofit supporting children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through advocacy, family support, wellness, social enrichment, and seasonal assistance programs.

Quick facts

Ages
Children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families
Season
Year-round family support, advocacy, health and wellness, social enrichment, and seasonal assistance programs
Cost
Costs and eligibility vary by program. Contact The Arc of Buncombe County for current Health and Wellness, social enrichment, scholarship, and family-support details.

Location contacts

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1 public contact

The Arc of Buncombe County

50 S. French Broad Avenue, Suite 246, Asheville, NC 28801

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Programs and offerings

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Program details found
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Health and Wellness, social enrichment, and family support

Health and Wellness activities, social enrichment, Operation Santa, summer camp scholarships, advocacy, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

Ages
Children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families
Season
Year-round family support, advocacy, health and wellness, social enrichment, and seasonal assistance programs
Schedule
Health and Wellness, social enrichment, Operation Santa, summer camp scholarships, advocacy, and family support run by current program calendar. Contact the organization for current dates and participation steps.
Cost
Costs and eligibility vary by program. Contact The Arc of Buncombe County for current Health and Wellness, social enrichment, scholarship, and family-support details.
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Last checked
Jun 8, 2026
Why this is listed
The Arc of Buncombe County official programs page supports intellectual and developmental disability advocacy, family support, Health and Wellness, social enrichment, Operation Santa, and summer camp scholarships, while the official home and contact pages support the current Asheville address, phone, and email.
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Program details we found

Health and Wellness, social enrichment, and family support

The Arc of Buncombe County official programs page supports intellectual and developmental disability advocacy, family support, Health and Wellness, social enrichment, Operation Santa, and summer camp scholarships, while the official home and contact pages support the current Asheville address, phone, and email.

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Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: The official programs page names advocacy, family support, Health and Wellness, social enrichment, Operation Santa, and summer camp scholarships for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

Access notes to confirm: Ask about Health and Wellness activities, social enrichment events, summer camp scholarship eligibility, family support, advocacy needs, office access, and how to get involved.

What we checked

What we found: The Arc of Buncombe County official programs page supports intellectual and developmental disability advocacy, family support, Health and Wellness, social enrichment, Operation Santa, and summer camp scholarships, while the official home and contact pages support the current Asheville address, phone, and email.

We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.

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What to confirm

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  • Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
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Questions to ask before you register

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  • Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
  • What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
  • What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
  • For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
  • Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?

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Is The Arc of Buncombe County Health and Wellness and Social Programs reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?

No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.

What information should families confirm with The Arc of Buncombe County?

Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.

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