Parents and Familes – The Arc of Whatcom County

October Newsletter

September 29, 2018 Autism, Awareness, Children, Down Syndrome, Education, Events, General Resources, Government, Latino Families, Legislative Advocacy, Newsletter, Parent to Parent, Parents and Familes, Recreation, Self Advocacy, Support, The Arc, Workshops

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Latino Family Newsletter

August 30, 2018 Autism, Children, Down Syndrome, Education, Events, General Resources, Latino Families, Newsletter, Parent to Parent, Parents and Familes, Recreation, The Arc

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September Support Meeting

August 20, 2018 Autism, Children, Education, General Resources, Parent to Parent, Parents and Familes

featuredimage_blog_002-1024x427 September Parent Support Meeting
A confidential meeting for parents and caregivers of children with developmental delays, disabilities and ongoing health care needs

Q & A: Back-to-School
Tips for Parents of Children with Special Needs
7 pm – 8:30 pm Monday, September 10
The Arc’s Dan Godwin Community Center
2602 McLeod Rd. Bellingham

Free on-site child care is provided to those who contact us by Friday September 7th. For special accommodations and interpreting services, please contact us 3 weeks in advance. Contact us at (360) 715-0170 ext 302 or p2p@arcwhatcom.org

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Family Swim Social

July 17, 2018 Children, Events, Parent to Parent, Parents and Familes, Recreation

baby swimming Parent to Parent Family Swim Social

6:30-7:30pm, Saturday, July 28

Arne Hanna Aquatic Center, 1114 Potter St.

Come join us for some family fun splashing around! Children under the age of 7 must be in the pool with an adult. If you need an extra pair of helping hands to assist you in the pool, please call our office at (360) 715-0170 ext 302 or email p2p@arcwhatcom.org

July Parent Support Meeting

July 3, 2018 Children, Education, Events, Parent to Parent, Parents and Familes

summer Monday, July 9
7 – 8:30 pm
The Arc of Whatcom County
2602 McLeod Rd., Bellingham

Topic: Parenting Your Special Needs Child

Parents and caregivers are welcome to join our free, confidential support meetings. We strive to provide a casual atmosphere while we share ideas, concerns, resources and encouragement. Come have a snack and connect with other parents.

We offer free on site childcare during our Support Meetings. We have trained Super Sitters providing care to those that RSVP by Friday, July 6.

Questions? Contact Parent to Parent at p2p@arcwhatcom.org or 360-715-0170 ext 302

2018 Super Sitter Training

June 4, 2018 Children, Education, Parent to Parent, Parents and Familes, Respite

Super Sitter Training
10 am – 2:30 pm
June 25 – 27, 2018
The Arc of Whatcom Co.
2602 McLeod Rd. Bellingham

Super Sitter
This popular class is available for youth ages 13 and older and teaches basic baby-sitting skills along with skills caring for children with disabilities. Participants will gain confidence in caring for children, particularly for children with special needs. They will also enjoy the learning environment of the camp as they meet new friends. This training also includes a day of infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. We recommend participants have some prior baby-sitting experience. Registration forms are due June 19 and can be located at www.p2pwhatcom.org. Class fee of $95 is due by the morning class starts, partial scholarships are available.
For questions and registration forms please contact Karlene at (360) 715-0170 ext 302 or p2p@arcwhatcom.org