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KHQ News Reports How Bloomsday Clothing Helps The Arc of Spokane
Watch this in-depth story as reporter Alex Rozier of KHQ News discovers how tons of shirts shed by Bloomsday runners helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at The Arc Community Center. Thank you Alex and KHQ for a heartfelt story about people helping people. To donate your gently used clothing and household goods, call The Arc of Spokane at (509) 328-8100.
PHOTOVOICE Captures the Voices of People with Developmental Disabilities on Film
How do you capture the unique perspective of a person with a developmental disability on film?--with PHOTOVOICE. PHOTOVOICE is a collaborative project that took members of The Arc Community Center and a volunteer photographer into the community to capture concepts like family, security, independence and isolation from the eyes of a person with a developmental disability. See what they have to say by visiting the PHOTOVOICE display at Riverpark Square from May 6 through May 13, 2013 (on the 2nd floor, across from Aunt Annie's Pretzels). Don't miss it!
Chief Straub Opens 2013 Safety Rally
Spokane Police Chief Frank Straub welcomed about 300 middle and high school students to the 2013 Safety Rally in April. Held at the STA Bus Plaza, the annual event helps youth with developmental disabilities in our community learn how to protect themselves against sexual abuse and exploitation. Chief Straub received an award for his support of people with developmental disabilities in Spokane and a T-shirt. The Safety Rally is sponsored by the Partnership 4 Safety, an education and outreach program helping prevent sexual abuse and exploitation of people with developmental disabilities in our community
Advertise with The Arc of Spokane
Our Donation Center trucks now offer advertising space, allowing us to carry your business message to 400 homes in and around Spokane each day! Advertise your business, event or organization and help support people with developmental disabilities in our community. Contact Fred Meyer at The Arc of Spokane for more information at (509) 789-8786 or fmeyer@arc-spokane.org.
Upcoming Events
Special Parenting/Parent Empowerment
Mondays, May 6th - May 20th
This 3-week class will be held Monday nights from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E 2nd Ave, Spokane. This is a parenting class for parents of children with special needs taught by parents of children with special needs. Light dinner will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, contact Rosslyn Bethmann at 509-328-6326 or rbethmann@arc-spokane.org.
Teen/Young Adults with Asperger's Social Group
Sunday, May 19
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Service Station Coffee House, 9317 N. Nevada, Spokane. Bring a board or card game to share. Food and drink available for purchase. For questions email Spokane@autismsocietyofwa.org.
Benefits Workshop Regarding New Benefits for Individuals Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Wednesday, May 22
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Northwest Autism Center's conference rooms, 25 W. 5th, Spokane, WA. This free workshop is being presented by Molina and the Northwest Autism Center and will focus on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, which is now covered by Medicaid for individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorders. Free parking on the street.
Adults with Asperger's Discussion Group
Saturday, May 25
12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Spokane City East-Side Library Meeting Room. This is not a therapy group but a chance to meet other intelligent adults on the spectrum who are advocating for themselves. Participants need to be able to listen politely to others. Bus Route 94 accessible.
Autism NOW Webinar: Service Implications of the DSM-5 for People with Autism
Tuesday, May 28
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. EST (11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PST). The Autistic Self-Advocacy Network will be speaking on the various revisions to the autism diagnostic criteria in the DSM-5, along with the service provision implications. Presenters will address breaking down the silos between those diagnosed with Asperger's disorder and those with other autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. Click on the following link for more information and to register to attend this webinar: https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/registrations/new?cid=v0ocxgtu22wu
Webinar: Introduction to Supported Employment
Thursday, May 30
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This workshop is presented by WiSe, presented by Monica McDaniel and Brandi Monts. This course will begin by providing basic historical and current day explanations of supported employment practices across the Pacific Northwest and the U.S. The cost for this webinar is $30.00. For more information or to register go to: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e7925bji3da18115
Sensory-Friendly Family Movie - Epic 2D
Saturday, June 1
10:00 a.m. at the AMC 20 Theater at Riverpark Square Mall (808 W. Main). Enjoy a movie with the lights up and the sound down. Tickets are $6 at the door. Sponsored by the Autism Society of Washington and AMC theaters.
First Time Home Buyer's Class
Wednesday, June 5 and Thursday, June 6
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave, Spokane. First time homebuyers can learn how to make the process of buying a home less stressful. A two year certificate will be given to attendees. Contact Cathie Griffith at (509) 328-6326 for more information.
Parent to Parent Support Group
Thursday, June 6
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E 2nd Ave, Spokane. Open to any parent or guardian who has a child with special needs. Contact Rosslyn Bethmann for more information at (509) 328-6326.
First Friday Movies for Youth (16-21)
Friday, June 7
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E 2nd Ave, Spokane. A fun way for teens to learn about healthy relationships and make new friends. Snacks provided. Sponsored by The Partnership 4 Safety, a program of The Arc of Spokane. For more information or to sign up your teen, contact Theresa Fears at (509) 789-8329 or tfears@arc-spokane.org.
Adults with Asperger's Discussion Group
Saturday, June 8
12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Spokane City East-Side Library Meeting Room. This is not a therapy group but a chance to meet other intelligent adults on the spectrum who are advocating for themselves. Participants need to be able to listen politely to others. Bus Route 94 accessible. Board meeting begins at 12pm.
Spokane Fathers Network
Thursday, June 13
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave, Spokane. For fathers of children with developmental disabilities or special needs. Contact Brian Holloway for more information at (509) 328-6326 or bholloway@arc-spokane.org.
Northwest Run/Walk for Epilepsy 2013
Saturday, June 15
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Riverfront Park, Northbank Shelter. The NW Run/Walk for Epilepsy benefits the Epilepsy Foundation NW leading the fight to stop seizures, find a cure, and overcome challenges created by epilepsy. This walk has a 1 and 3 mile option for participants. $25 registration fee per walker/runner. For more information call (206) 261-6893 or email rcain@epilepsynw.org
School Age Family Group Event
Monday, June 17
Time to be determined, sponsored by the Autism Society of Washington. This months event will be a Bike Rodeo in conjunction with a local Cub Scout Pack. Parents must attend, no drop offs. Details will be posted and the Spokane ASW Facebook page.
Parents for Life
Wednesday, June 19
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E 2nd Ave, Spokane. For parents who have a child with a developmental disability who is age 20 or older. No specific topic will be covered, this will be an opportunity for an open discussion. Contact Rosslyn Bethmann at (509) 328-6326 for more information.
Go Wise Community Summit
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday, June 19-21
3-Day Community Summit in Ellensburg, WA. Sponsored by the Division of Developmental Disabilities. The Summit will bring together individuals committed to building inclusive communities that are rich with people participating as neighbors, co-workers, and citizens. People with developmental disabilities and their families and friends, staff that provide residential, employment, educational and personal supports, state and county staff, and local activists and leaders are all welcome. For information, visit http://www.gowise.org/summit-1.
Adults with Asperger's Discussion Group
Saturday, June 22
12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Spokane City East-Side Library Meeting Room. This is not a therapy group but a chance to meet other intelligent adults on the spectrum who are advocating for themselves. Participants need to be able to listen politely to others. Bus Route 94 accessible.
Birdy's ForeAutism Golf Tournament
Saturday, June 22
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Wandermere Golf Course, 13700 N Wandermere Rd, Spokane. Sponsored by Northwest Autism Center. Contact Stephanie Covell at (509) 328-1582.
Sensory-Friendly Family Movie - Monsters University
Saturday, June 29
10:00 a.m. at the AMC 20 Theater at Riverpark Square Mall (808 W. Main). Enjoy a movie with the lights up and the sound down. Tickets are $6 at the door. Sponsored by the Autism Society of Washington and AMC theaters.
Sensory-Friendly Family Movie - Despicable Me 2
Saturday, July 13
10:00 a.m. at the AMC 20 Theater at Riverpark Square Mall (808 W. Main). Enjoy a movie with the lights up and the sound down. Tickets are $6 at the door. Sponsored by the Autism Society of Washington and AMC theaters.
