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Advocacy Day

  February 16, 2017
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Opportunity to 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 “Disability Pride” Legislative Advocacy Day on Wednesday, March 29. 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.
If you are interested in joining us, please email Monica at monicab@arcwhatcom.org or call (360) 715-0170, ext. 303, by March 21st to reserve your seat!

Workshop: Applying for DDA

  February 16, 2017 ,

6-8pm, Tuesday, February 21
The Arc of Whatcom County
2602 McLeod Road, Bellingham

writeDo you have a child with developmental delays or disabilities,but aren’t sure what services are out there to help your child? Have you heard about DDA services, but are not sure what they are or how to apply? Have you wanted to apply for DDA services but just haven’t gotten around to it yet?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the workshop for you! Leslie Kivett, Eligibility Case Resource Manager for the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) will join us to tell us about DDA services. She will discuss the eligibility requirements for these services and the steps for filling out the application. Then we will have time to work on completing your child’s application and answer any specific questions you may have. Now is the time that new clients are being added to DDA services, so don’t delay! Join us for this important workshop and check one big thing off your to-do list!
Did you miss the workshop? 

Below are the resources that were provided.

Workshop: The Art of Aging Well

  February 1, 2017 ,

Adults with developmental disabilities are living longer, healthier, more meaningful lives. Dealing with aging, planning, and end of life issues with people with intellectual disabilities is a growing challenge and an opportunity to focus on relationships, connections, and community. Join us and a panel of family members as we share strategies, resources, and support.

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Did You Miss The Workshop?

Here are the resources we provided. 

Halloween Party

  September 26, 2016
Join the fun at The Arc’s Halloween Party!

Thursday, October 27th, 5-7pm
Bloedel Donovan Park Multipurpose Building

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This is a free event sponsored by The Arc of Whatcom County and the Young Adult Self-Advocacy Group. Everyone is welcome!
There will be fun games and prizes for all to enjoy. Please dress in your costume and bring non-perishable food donations for the Bellingham Food Bank.
For more information, call (360) 715-0170. The Arc’s Young Adult Self-Advocacy Group (YASA) is helping sponsor this event. YASA is a group of young adults with disabilities who are developing advocacy and leadership skills. This party will be a great inclusive opportunity for children and adults of all different abilities to interact and have fun together! (Fully accessible location.)

Out of respect for all participants, we ask that you please leave all weapons and noisemakers at home. Thank you for your cooperation.

2017 Smiles of Life Calendar Release Party

  September 26, 2016

Please join us for this unique event to celebrate our beautiful, inspiring models!

6:30-8:00pm, Tuesday, Nov. 29
Bellingham Cruise Terminal
355 Harris Avenue, Bellingham

2014-10-07-neva-8998Event will include dessert and a red carpet entry for models. Tickets are $15 per person / $10 per child (12 and under). For more information, contact Christine: 360-715-0170, ext. 305. If you are unable to attend, but wish to make a tax-deductible donation, please click HERE.

Online tickets sales have closed. But there are still tickets available! Just show up at 6:30, and you can pay at the door by cash, check, or credit card.

Using Technology to Facilitate Social Interactions with the iPad

  July 7, 2016

Tuesday, July 26th, 2016, 6:30-8:30pm
The Arc of Whatcom County
2602 McLeod Road, Bellingham

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Kid with down syndrome playing on tablet.

Dr. Fletcher Scott, PhD, CCC/SLP, specializes in communication interventions for children and adolescents with autism and has worked in the field of autism for nearly 20 years in schools, homes, private clinics, and university-based programs. Dr. Scott currently provides evaluation and treatment services at the Sendan Center in Bellingham. His training, “Using Educational Technology to Facilitate Social Interactions with the iPad,” will focus on several programs, including OSMO and Ozobot.
Please RSVP by July 21st: (360) 715-0170, ext. 303, monicab@arcwhatcom.org. Limited supervised care for family members is available on a first-come, first-served basis with RSVP by July 21st.