How we help
Our stories
Our approach is narrative. We believe people thrive when stories of life-changing relationships between people with and without learning disabilities are told and cherished. Visit news and stories for more.
What we do
At the heart of L’Arche North Carolina is the support we provide to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. We create programs and homes where life is shared in community together. See our plan for building L’Arche North Carolina for more.
Our impact
Friendships and daily life together are at the heart of our model of individual and societal transformation. We aim to change society’s stance towards hose with I/DD from one of charity to one of contribution. Read our impact page for more.
News and stories
A Yes Makes Belonging Possible
Sometimes belonging begins with a single visit. Nearly two years ago, Esther joined us for the house blessing of our first L'Arche home. She came to celebrate a milestone, but something about the community read more
What belonging looks like in action!
Last month was filled with opportunities of community, learning, and deeper connections. We were honored to welcome back our Duke Divinity Intern, Tatum Tricarico, who spent a couple of days with us in community, read more
Help Anchor our Community of Belonging
Hello L'Arche NC Friends - In 2011, a small group came together with a dream: to build a community where people with and without intellectual disabilities could share life, friendship, and belonging. That dream read more
“I’m Happy!” – A Story About Belonging
Hello L'Arche Friends - Recently, I was driving one of our Core Members to one of his regular weekly activities. The moment he got in the car, he looked at me, beaming, and said, "I'm read more
“I think we all may have heard that diversity is being invited to the party, and inclusion is being asked to dance. At L’Arche, my brother is invited to dance at the party.”
Felicia, Friend of L’Arche North Carolina
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