The Arc of Southeast Iowa

What The Arc of Southeast Iowa does

The Arc of Southeast Iowa is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1957 and headquartered in Iowa City, Iowa. It provides direct care and community-based support services to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities across an eight-county service area in southeast Iowa. The organization operates an integrated program portfolio that includes Day Habilitation, Supported Employment, Respite Care (individual and group), Supported Community Living, a Summer Program, and the Sibship sibling-support group. It also runs the Bill Reagan Children's Center, an inclusive daycare for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years, and operates the pArc, an accessible playground built in 2015 with 200 volunteers. The organization reports serving 497 individuals and families, delivering 46,941 total service hours and 14,835 respite hours in the most recent year, and employs 51-100 staff under Executive Director Chelsey Markle.

The revenue model is anchored in Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) reimbursement: the organization is enrolled in 6 of Iowa's 7 Medicaid waivers (Intellectual Disability, Brain Injury, Health and Disability, Habilitation Services, Disability Access Points Region 7) and is contracted with Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services and the East Central Region MHDS. Secondary revenue streams include tiered annual memberships ($25 to $500), individual donations, planned giving, event sponsorships (Friend $250 to Guardian $2,500), fundraising events (golf tournaments, community nights), United Way and Harkin Institute support, and parent fees at the Bill Reagan Children's Center. The go-to-market is referral-led: Iowa HHS case managers, Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation counselors, and the Iowa City Community School District channel eligible individuals into services; the organization also accepts direct family inquiries and private-pay clients.

There is no proprietary technology platform underpinning service delivery. Operations rely on direct community-based and in-home service delivery, with intake via an online Microsoft Forms referral portal and a content website. The organization holds CQL (Council on Quality and Leadership) accreditation and is affiliated with The Arc of Iowa (state chapter) and The Arc of the United States (national chapter). Strategic partners include Iowa HHS, Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services, East Central Region MHDS, Iowa City Community School District, United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties, and the Harkin Institute for Public Policy & Citizen Engagement.

Name

The Arc of Southeast Iowa

Legal name

The Arc of Southeast Iowa

Website

https://www.arcsei.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Arc of Southeast Iowa is a non-profit organization that offers various programs and support for individuals with disabilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Support Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (6243), Child Care Services (6244)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disability Services & Assistive Solutions (Accessibility, Assistive Tech) (BPAGALAM), Special Education, Disability Support & Inclusive Education Nonprofits (BPAGADAH), Down Syndrome & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Childcare (HSAAAIAC), Benefits Counseling & Financial Literacy for Transition-Age Youth (EDAKANAJ)

Keywords

• Disability support services
• Medicaid HCBS waivers
• Supported employment services
• Day habilitation programs
• Inclusive childcare services

Headquarters

HQ city

Iowa City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Medicaid Waiver Services: Reimbursement for services provided under multiple Medicaid waivers including Intellectual Disability Waiver, Brain Injury Waiver, Health and Disability Waiver, Habilitation Services, and Disability Access Points Region 7. Services include Respite, Supported Community Living, Day Habilitation, and Supported Employment.
2. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees ranging from $25 (self-advocate/student) to $500 (Arc Angel), providing connection to The Arc of Iowa and The Arc of the United States.
3. Donations and Fundraising: Individual donations, event fundraising (golf tournaments, community fundraisers), planned giving including bequests, real estate donations, and life insurance.
4. Event Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships for annual events at multiple levels: Guardian ($2,500), Advocate ($1,000), Partner ($500), Friend ($250).
5. Childcare Fees: Parent fees for Bill Reagan Children's Center inclusive daycare services for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years, in addition to CACFP food program participation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Arc of Southeast Iowa provides direct disability support services to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and related disabilities across 8 southeast Iowa counties. Core offerings include Day Habilitation, Supported Employment, Home & Community Services (Respite and Supported Community Living), Group Respite, inclusive daycare through the Bill Reagan Children's Center, Summer Program, and Sibship sibling support. Services are funded primarily through Iowa Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waivers, with private pay and alternative funding accepted.

Product overview

The Arc of Southeast Iowa is a non-profit service organization providing a coordinated portfolio of programs for individuals with disabilities across 8 southeast Iowa counties. The core offerings include Day Habilitation, Supported Employment, Home & Community Services (Respite Care and Supported Community Living), and Group Respite for adults and children. Specialized programs include the Bill Reagan Children's Center (inclusive daycare for ages 0-5), Summer Program (day camps for school-aged individuals), and Sibship (sibling support group). The organization also operates The pArc accessible playground and provides advocacy and membership services. Funded primarily through Medicaid waivers (ID, HD, BI), HCBS services, and private pay, with additional support through donations, fundraising events, and United Way partnerships.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individual Development & Assistance (Medicaid HCBS Waivers)
• Day Habilitation Program Hourly services for adults providing opportunities for community activities, socialization, and skill development in sports, art, culture, and leisure. Operates weekdays with activities including hiking, swimming, painting, bowling, museum visits, and community recreation.
• Supported Employment Program
• Home & Community Services (Respite and Supported Community Living)
• Group Respite
• Summer Program
• Bill Reagan Children's Center (Inclusive Daycare)
• Sibship (Sibling Support Group) A support group for siblings of children with disabilities providing an encouraging and safe environment to share experiences and have fun. Free registration for children ages 6-12.
• The pArc (Accessible Playground) An accessible playground featuring wheelchair accessibility up to 3 levels, Sway Fun, music board, floating steps, slides, monkey bars, and signing board. Open to the community from dawn to dusk.
• Membership Program Annual membership types including Self-Advocate/Student ($25), Individual ($50), Household ($75), Organization ($125), and Arc Angel ($500). Connects members with The Arc of Iowa and The Arc of the United States.
• Advocacy Services Advocacy services ensuring rights of citizens with disabilities are secured and safeguarded through legislative affairs, community events, public services, and presentations on disability topics.

Quantifiable outcome

• 46,941 total hours of service provided in the last year
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Iowa Department of Health & Human Services (HHS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary government partner providing Medicaid waiver funding and oversight for HCBS services. The Arc is enrolled in multiple Medicaid waiver programs administered by HHS including ID, BI, HD waivers, Habilitation Services, and Disability Access Points Region 7.
• Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency partnership for supported employment services, providing vocational rehabilitation funding and coordination for people with disabilities seeking employment.
• East Central Region (MHDS Region)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContracted with the East Central Region for Medicaid Habilitation Services, part of Iowa's Mental Health and Disability Services regional system.
• The Arc of IowaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level Arc chapter affiliation providing advocacy coordination, shared resources, and policy alignment at the Iowa state level.
• The Arc of the United StatesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational Arc organization affiliation providing broader advocacy platform, national resources, and connection to disability rights movement at federal level.
• Iowa City Community School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContracted partnership to provide Summer Programming in district area schools. HCBS-funded youth programming specifically designed to serve children and teens with identified disabilities.
• United Way of Johnson and Washington CountiesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing community resources and funding support. United WaySummerships program provides scholarships for summer activities for K-12 students eligible for Free & Reduced Lunch.
• Harkin Institute for Public Policy & Citizen EngagementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDrake University institute with history of disability services engagement. The Arc supports special projects and advocacy work through this partnership.
• CQL (Council on Quality and Leadership)minorOthersOrganization providing accreditation and quality standards certification for disability services organizations.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Arc of Iowa: State-level parent chapter of The Arc network. Operates the same advocacy and chapter-affiliation model, providing direct strategic overlap and policy alignment for The Arc of Southeast Iowa.
• Easterseals Iowa: Regional disability services nonprofit offering similar HCBS, vocational, and family support programming in Iowa. Competes for the same Medicaid waiver funding and donor dollars.
• Optimae LifeServices: Iowa-based provider of mental health and disability services including HCBS, supported employment, and residential programs. Direct competitor for Medicaid waiver referrals.
• Mainstream Living: Iowa nonprofit providing residential, vocational, and day services for individuals with IDD. Comparable funding model through Iowa Medicaid waivers and similar program portfolio.
• The Homestead: Iowa-based disability services nonprofit providing HCBS, supported employment, and inclusive childcare programs similar to The Arc's portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• The Arc of the United States: National umbrella organization for The Arc network. Comparable as the federation to which the subject organization belongs, providing brand, advocacy, and resource infrastructure.
• Goodwill of the Heartland: Regional Goodwill chapter offering vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, and disability services. Overlaps with the subject's employment-focused programs.
• Easter Seals Iowa (Alternate Chapter): National disability services nonprofit with Iowa presence. Comparable in scope of disability programming including inclusive childcare, respite, and employment services.

Regional players

• The Arc of East Central Iowa: Adjacent Arc chapter serving a neighboring Iowa region. Comparable service portfolio, similar Medicaid waiver funding, but operates in a non-overlapping geographic territory.

Others

• Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services: State agency funding partner for supported employment services. Not a competitor but a closely related entity whose funding decisions directly affect the subject's vocational program viability.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/arc_sei

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

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