Masks (or a comparable face covering) must be worn in the Smith Center building as well as in the homes. We kindly ask that you refrain from removing your mask while in our facilities.  Over the past two weeks, we've had work-related visitors (reps, contractors, job applicants, etc.) in the building. But for some unknown reason, whether out of habit or just lack of understanding, many people remove their masks soon after entering. Face coverings are expected to cover the nose AND mouth, not one or the other. If an AWE/ Arc employee is seen outside of his/her office space without a face covering, please report this to the Executive Director and it will be addressed.

Please, please understand our reasoning for the strict guidelines. If you are reading this page, then you have ties to the Smith Center in some way. We are doing all we can to keep people safe and healthy during this time. Your support is appreciated!

​Thanks!

As the Smith Center reopens this week, we are currently in PHASE 3 of the above (attached) Emergency Plan.  This phase puts heavy emphasis on the use of PPE and social distancing. At this time, Both the residential program and the Smith Center day program are not allowing visitors. All non-employees who enter the main building will be screened and are expected to wear PPE. This screening will include the taking of your temperature and a serie of questions pertaining to exposure to COVID-19. Only persons entering for programs-related matters are being permitted into the building at this time. Please state your business to Donna at the front desk. She will be happy to call the appropriate staff person up to the front lobby.

We apologize for the inconvenience this has caused to families and friends of the Smith Center attendees.

Do you have experience in working with adults with disabilities? Are you looking for a full-time position, but hate being made to stare at the same four walls day in, day out? Check out our new Community Support positions! The people we support have spoken and we are changing the way we serve them to meet their needs! You can now be the person who assists someone in getting the education, exposure and experience they want and deserve in their own communities!  

Please email your resume to georgia.shearon@awearc.org or come by the Smith Center during business hours to fill out an application!

The Smith Center plans to open for Day Habilitation Monday, August 3rd. Please look for communication from  AWE Arc Management for further information.

The Smith Center Day Program will remain closed through the month of JUNE. 
We plan to resume services as a “soft opening” Monday, July 6th.
 
Service recipients will receive a phone call as we approach the above date, detailing what this return will look like and any protocols that will be in place.

We miss you all!  Stay well!

The Smith Center Day Program will remain closed through the month of May. 
We plan to resume services Monday, June 1st.
 
Please continue to check our website and Facebook page for updates throughout the month! We miss you all and hope you are staying well! 

The Smith Center Day Program will remain closed through the month of April due to COVID-19.  
At this time, we plan to resume services as normal Monday, May 4th.
 
We apologize for the inconvenience, but this decision was made in the best interest of the individuals we serve, our staff and their families.

Jabour, Dusty and Terry each braved the rain and got out to vote for their choice in who they would like to win the 2020 Presidential race! #GetOutAndVote

We want to thank everyone who came out to the 2020 Autauga/ Western Elmore Arc General Membership Meeting last night!  We would've been kidding ourselves if we expected for the night to go off without a hitch, but we did what we do best and improvised! If you couldn't make the meeting last night, here's a summary of what went down!

The following Employee's were recognized for their hard work and dedication to the AWE/Arc programs:
Doris J. Grant Residential Program DSP of the Year:   Sabrina Johnson
Louise M. Smith Developmental Center DSP of the Year: Angelique Evans
Transportation Employee of the Year: Sheryl Cudjoe 

Community Recognition awards went to: 
Volunteer of the Year:  Ms. Ivy Johnson  (Grant Johson, Hope Johnson & Alyssa Smith)
Smithy Award:  Ms. Karen Tucker
President's Award:  Ms. Crystal Shepherd

The following Directors were recognized for their service with the Board of Directors:
Butch McCawley
Raymond Butler
Patsy Butler
Will Sanford
Chris Peak

Award to Board President
Kim Kervin

Residential Special Recognition 
Australia McNeil
Lakecha Lewis

Our friends at Prattville's Home2 Suites so graciously took it upon themselves to put together an angel tree for some of the Smith Center attendees! Some people who attend AWE Arc programs have little to no family involvement. As you can imagine, the holiday season can be a difficult time of year for them. Thanks so much to those who organized the angel tree and all who contributed. You've truly made this Christmas special!