The Society for Handicapped Citizens of Medina County, Inc. (SHC/The Arc of Medina County) has been providing services to individuals with disabilities and their families since 1953. The agency provides an array of services with emphasis on helping individuals with disabilities maximize their full potential as members of the community. SHC/The Arc of Medina County embraces the Core Values of The Arc of the United States: People First, Democracy, Visionary Leadership, Community Participation, Diversity, and Integrity and Excellence. SHC/The Arc of Medina County advocates for human rights, personal dignity and community participation of individuals with developmental disabilities. We are able to facilitate this through legislative and social action, information and education and with the support of dedicated family members, friends, interested citizens and professionals in the disability field.