On People

Mutually transformative relationships form the heart of L’Arche. All of us, whether or not we live with an intellectual disability, desire a sense of belonging. In L’Arche, people of all walks of life build relationships rooted in trust and vulnerability. By sharing daily life together, community members can learn true friendship and teach one another to love unconditionally.

On Lives

L’Arche makes it possible for our perceptions regarding disability and vulnerability to be transformed. Since our founding, L’Arche has illuminated the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities and affirmed their inherent dignity and worth. L’Arche believes everyone has something valuable to contribute, even the most vulnerable. Our weaknesses and vulnerabilities are not to be hidden from others, but welcomed and shared.

The impact of L’Arche goes far beyond our numbers. Each day, people with and without intellectual disabilities develop extraordinary friendships through ordinary life. These friendships become catalysts for change. Here are some numbers:

Learn more about the L’Arche Cleveland impact by reading member stories. [LINK]

Make a difference in the lives of our community members by making a donation online. [LINK]

We are people with and without disabilities sharing life in communities, belonging to an international federation. Mutual relationships and trust in God are at the heart of our life together. We celebrate the unique value of each person and recognize our need for one another.

Our mission is:

– To make known the gifts of people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, revealed through mutually transforming relationships;

– To foster an environment in community that responds to the changing needs of our Core Members, while being faithful to the needs of our founding story

– To engage in our diverse cultures, working together toward a more human society