Advocates (SETX/SA) is an organization of Adults ages 18 and up with and without developmental disabilities run entirely by it’s members. The organization’s goal is to improve the quality of life for people living with disabilities in Southeast Texas through leadership, education, and community service opportunities. The organization is an affiliated chapter of the Texas Advocates and a program within The Arc of Texas and The Arc of Greater Beaumont.
Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month from 6.30 to 8 P.M.
Texas Advocates Vision Statement: People with disabilities embrace life and advocate for their own rights and interest by making their own decisions and choosing services and supports that allow them to live the way they want to live.
Southeast Texas Self Advocates Motto: “When you see, meet, or think about a person with a disability, PRESUME COMPETENCE”
4330 Westridge Lane
Beaumont, 77706, TX
Building Name or Description: The Arc Multi-Purpose Building
Accessible Location: Yes
Type of Organization | Government |
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Categories | Disability Awareness, Other |
Services offered in Spanish? | No |
Newsletter? | No |
Fee to Attend? | No |
Financial Assistance May Be Available | No |
Child Care Available? | No |
Age Range | 15-21 , 22 and up |
Disability Categories | Developmental Disability, Genetic or Congenital Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disability, Medical Condition, Mental Health Disorder, Physical Disability |
Does this organization belong to all disabilities? | yes |
This organization belongs to these diagnoses | |
Website | https://www.arcofbmt.org/events-calendar/action~agenda/request_format~html/ |
Contact Name | Brenda Sullivan |
Email Address | [email protected] |
Phone Number | 409-838-9012 |