Desert Arc Information

Desert Arc’s mission: Enhance the quality of life and create opportunities for people with disabilities. Desert Arc offers a broad array of services tailored to the unique needs of each client with the goal of helping them live as independently as possible. Programs and services include: vocational training; job development; job placement and employment; independent living support and 24 hour emergency assistance; hot meals and nutrition; transportation; support and training for self-help and independent living; case management and personalized coordination of client services; advocacy for client needs and community integration. Desert Arc serves over 600 adults with developmental disabilities like autism, cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, epilepsy and other behavioral and medical conditions. Desert Arc’s clients provide landscaping, kitchen and janitorial services throughout the Coachella Valley, while the Contracts Division provides fulfillment and distribution services. Desert Arc operates three facilities – its main campus in Palm Desert on Country Club east of Monterey, a satellite facility in Yucca Valley and its recycling operation in Indio. In addition to employment training and work programs, Desert Arc provides a full schedule of social activities including holiday parties, sports outings, art and music for its clients.