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Assosiation for Retarted Citizens of DeSoto County, also known as ARC DeSoto, is a nonprofit organization that serves children and adults suffering from intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization offers non-residential support and residential habilitation services. It provides companionship programs for family caregivers. ARC DeSoto organizes classes in aquaculture, hydroponics, cooking and crafts. The organization conducts sessions for living skills development, such as leadership, communication and personal hygiene. Its teaching strategies include lectures, discussions, illustrations, demonstrations and role playing. ARC DeSoto additionally offers computer literacy programs. The organization provides off-site adult day training and respite care services. With a location in Arcadia, Fla., it also organizes training sessions in money management and writing skills.