L'Arche

We are L'Arche!

Together, with and without learning disabilities, for a world where everyone belongs Read more
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Become a L'Arche Live-in

Find out more about sharing life as a live-in: the experiences you would have, the skills you would learn and how to apply Read more

Our inclusive communities challenge people to think differently about disability

Our five decade impact

11	L’Arche Communities in England, Scotland and Wales
283	members with a learning disability.
64,605	meals shared in the last 12 months
53	nationalities across L’Arche in the UK

Support us! So more people with learning disabilities can get the life L’Arche offers

Your gift today will help L’Arche build a more inclusive world and life-giving Communities for everyone

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£10

could fund an hour of one of our inclusive projects such as a community café or any of our creative workshops

£25

could fund a community party, celebrating the gifts of someone with a learning disability

£100

could fund part of an inclusive retreat day for people with and without a learning disability

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Thinking about working with us?

If the usual 9 to 5 job is not for you, you've come to the right place. Joining L'Arche is much more than a job. Interested?

Fundraise for L’Arche

Take on a challenge or create your own fundraising event – host a bake sale, dye your hair purple or hug 1,000 people to raise funds for L’Arche. We’ll be there to support you!

Discover our Communities

Get in touch with your nearest L’Arche Community, meet people and dive into their stories

Party in the Crypt

From the early beginnings in 1972, we return to Canterbury Cathedral to break bread, sing and celebrate 50 years of L'Arche in Kent. Read more
Ellie: "Support is an exchange of knowledge"

Having a physical impairment herself, Ellie's view on what support she can provide changed once she did a work placement at L'Arche Liverpool. In this story, explore how the world view changes once you step outside your comfort zone. Read more
"Rollercoaster" of a life

That's what Mark responded when Adam, his support assistant, asked what his life would be called if it were a cocktail as they spent a few days at a Greenbelt Festival. Read more

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The support we offer starts in one of our Communities. Click here to explore what kind of life L'Arche can offer you and how to apply. Read more
The support we offer

At L'Arche we provide residential care and support at home for people with learning disabilities as well as opportunities for individuals to develop creative talent and practical skills. Read more
Useful Resources

This page might help you or someone you know to plan for the future, to understand what disability rights are and how the social care system works Read more