An Aktion Club is a community service group for adults with a developmental disability. The mission of an Aktion Club is to provide members with an opportunity to develop initiative and leadership skills; to serve their community; to be integrated into society; and to demonstrate the dignity and value of citizens living with disabilities.

Aktion Club members strive to return to their communities the benefits, help, and caring they have received, as well as develop important skills in the process.

The Arc of Ventura County is a proud sponsor of several Aktion Clubs throughout Ventura County in partnership with local Kiwanis Clubs.

An Aktion Club can benefit its members in many ways through service and recreational events. These activities enable the members to:

• Participate in the active life of the community.
• Provide an opportunity to contribute to the community.
• Social interaction awareness.
• Improve self-esteem.
• Develop leadership skills.
• Achieve personal and service goals.

An Aktion Club performs a variety of services for the community. It conducts fundraisers to raise money for needs in the community. Aktion Club members perform a variety of community services, such as environmental projects, park beautification, food drives, nursing home visitations, and assisting Kiwanis clubs with their projects. Aktion Clubs also take time out for fun and participate in recreational activities, attend sporting events, visit museums, among many other activities.

For more information on joining an Aktion Club in your community, please contact The Arc of Ventura County at (805) 650-8611.