Category Archives: Parents and Familes

Padres a Padres Newsletter

  February 5, 2018 , , , , ,

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Winter 2017 Newsletter

Padres a Padres Newsletter and Events
Our Padres a Padres Program brings together families who speak Spanish for a variety of events and activities. Meet other parents who share the unique experience of raising a son or daughter who experiences special needs. Would you like support or to make a connection with another parent?

Contact Marta at (360) 715-0170 ext 308 for more information and to get on the mailing list for the Padres a Padres newsletter. Join Padres a Padres del Condado de Whatcom on Facebook.

 

Boletín informativo y eventos de Padres a Padres
Nuestro programa Padres a Padres reúne a familias que hablan español para diferentes eventos y actividades. Conozca a otros padres que comparten la experiencia única de criar a un hijo o hija que tiene necesidades especiales. ¿Le gustaría recibir ayuda o establecer una conexión con otro padre?

Comuníquese con Marta al (360) 715-0170 ext 308 o martam@arcwhatcom.org para obtener más información y para inscribirse y recibir por correo el boletín de Padres a Padres. Únete al facebook Padres a Padres del Condado de Whatcom.

February Parent Support Meeting

  January 18, 2018 , , ,

 

Life in your hands

 

 

Monday, February 12, 7 – 8:30pm
The Arc of Whatcom County
2602 McLeod Rd., Bellingham
Questions? Contact us at p2p@arcwhatcom.org or 360-715-0170 ext 302

 

 

Are you the parent or caregiver of a child with a developmental delay, disability, or ongoing healthcare need? Would you like to connect with others on a similar journey to share resources, ideas, and support? Join us for our confidential support meetings.

We offer free on site childcare during our meetings by our trained Super Sitters. Please RSVP for care by Friday, February 9.

Light refreshments provided.

Join for Legislative Advocacy

  January 3, 2018 , , , , ,

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Climb on board with us, visit Olympia and meet with your legislators!
The Arc of Whatcom County will be chartering a bus from Bellingham to Olympia to participate in the Family Services Advocacy Day on Wednesday, February 7th. The bus will leave at approximately 7am for a full day in Olympia. Parents, self-advocates and care providers are welcome to come at no cost to you. We will provide information and materials to help you understand the issues and share your story. Please email parentcoalition@arcwhatcom.org or call (360) 715-0170, ext. 303, to reserve your seat today!

Holiday Party

  October 26, 2017 , , , ,

Please join us for our Annual Parent to Parent Holiday Party

Join us for crafts, fun activities, Photos with Santa and much more!

Saturday, December 2
Bloedel Donovan Park, Large Multipurpose Gym
2214 Electric Avenue in Bellingham

Steven & Nola Holiday party 2016There are two time slots families are welcome to join us:

Families of a child with special needs ages birth to seven are invited from: 12 noon to 1:30 pm
Families of a child with special needs ages eight and up from:
1:30 pm – 3 pm
Beverages will be provided *Please bring your favorite healthy potluck dish to share.

Can you volunteer time to support the Holiday Party? We are looking for volunteers with setting up and cleaning up after the event. We are looking for help during the event with photo printing, food, and greeting new families. This years Holiday Party will feature the 2018 Smiles of Life Calendar Release and celebrate the models! To RSVP or to sign up for volunteering, please contact the P2P office at (360) 715-0170 ext 302 or p2p@arcwhatcom.org

Co Sponsored by Bellingham Parks & Recreation