Partnering With The Arc Pikes Peak Region to Support Families

Bright Starts Pediatrics collaborates with The Arc Pikes Peak Region because a diagnosis is only the beginning. Families need advocacy, community, and practical support that extends well beyond the evaluation room. The Arc Pikes Peak Region provides free programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the Colorado Springs area. Together, we help families understand their rights, access local resources, and build a life that works for their child.

The Arc Pikes Peak Region is a local nonprofit dedicated to defending the rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They provide free advocacy, education, guardianship support, and social programming throughout the Pikes Peak region — from birth through adulthood. Their team is experienced, passionate, and deeply connected to the Colorado Springs community.

Disesenting family Support in Colorado Springs disabled boy at community event

Families can access:

Educational, Adult, and Judicial Advocacy to protect rights and secure needed services at no charge
Guardianship guidance and legal support through the Probate Court process
Parent empowerment workshops covering school advocacy, the criminal justice system, and more
Social programming for children, teens, and adults with IDD including community events and peer connection

For families working with Bright Starts Pediatrics, The Arc Pikes Peak Region offers a trusted local resource for what comes next. Whether you need help navigating school systems, understanding guardianship options, or finding community for your child, their services are free and built specifically for families in the Colorado Springs area.

FAQs

What does The Arc Pikes Peak Region offer for families?

The Arc PPR provides free advocacy, guardianship services, educational workshops, and social programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Colorado Springs area. They are a strong local resource for families navigating life after a neurodevelopmental diagnosis.

Who can benefit from The Arc Pikes Peak Region's programs?

Families of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in the Pikes Peak region can access their services at no charge. Programs span all ages and life stages, from birth through adulthood, making them a relevant resource no matter where your family is in the journey.

How can The Arc Pikes Peak Region help after an evaluation from Bright Starts?

After receiving a diagnosis, families often need support with school advocacy, legal planning, and community connection. The Arc PPR offers all three — free of charge — making them a practical next step after completing an evaluation at Bright Starts Pediatrics.

Why does Bright Starts collaborate with The Arc Pikes Peak Region?

Our families deserve support that continues beyond the diagnostic process. The Arc Pikes Peak Region provides local, community-based resources that align with our commitment to empowering neurodivergent individuals and their families throughout Colorado Springs.

Insurances We Accept

We are in network with Aetna and Colorado Medicaid.
We are out of network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tricare, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare.

If you’re unsure about your benefits or coverage, we’re happy to help you understand your options.