Join us Fall 2025 for our Ask the Advocate Workshops
IEP 101 & Binder Organization:
Tuesday, September 23, 10am – 12pm
This workshop is for parents who have a student on an IEP (Individualized Education Plan). Our workshop begins with a general overview of IEPs. Learn how to organize your student’s IEP binder as
an effective IEP meeting tool. We’ll provide an IEP binder filled with helpful organizational strategies and resources. This is an in-person meeting at The Arc of Whatcom County, 2602 McLeod Rd., Bellingham. Registration link open in August.
Building Your Special Needs Master Plan:
Tuesday, October 21, 6 – 8pm
Planning for the future, especially around finances and benefits, can become much more complex when you’re caring for someone with a disability. This webinar will give families and caregivers information to start (or refine) a master plan. Presentation by
Mary McDirmid of All Needs Planning. This is a virtual meeting, via Zoom. Registration link open in August.
We are committed to accessibility. If you require any accommodations to attend our workshops, please contact us admin@arcwhatcom.org or call 360-715-0170. All of our workshops are free and open to all community members.
View previous Workshop Recordings On-Demand on our Youtube page. Topics included Becoming a Paid Caregiver for your Adult Loved One, Transition to Adult Services, and Transition 101.
Arc Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@arcwhatcom563
Did you miss our Fall 2024 Special Education Workshops?
September Recording “Special Education 101”
https://youtu.be/uXrUXNLVjoA?si=rR9M3hk5vmJMIj-8
October Recording “Building a Foundation for Advocacy”
https://youtu.be/fjw18OevOSQ?si=am94NjburIRokNG2
