News

The Arc of Spokane Calls for New Revenue Over Cuts to DSHS Programs
The state budget crisis cannot be solved at the expense of our most vulnerable citizens.  Learn more at The Arc Forum . . .
 

Register for the 2012 Community Fun Run
The Community Fun Run is an event where people with and without disabilities come together in an atmosphere of unity and respect.  Click here to register!
   

NASA Seeking Student Interns with Disabilities 
NASA wants to increase the number of students with disabilities pursuing science, technology, engineering and math careers through summer interships with the space agency.  Internships are 10-weeks long from June through August.  Students must apply before February 1, 2012.  Reveiw internship opportunities at NASA's One-Stop Shopping Initiative (OSSI) at http://intern.nasa.gov/.  
 

Donation Bins Now Available at Local Cenex / Zip Trip Gas Stations
Eight Cenex / Zip Trip gas stations in Spokane now have unattended bins to make donating clothing to The Arc of Spokane easier!  Click here for a list of participating stations.  Thank you, Cenex / Zip Trip, for your support of The Arc of Spokane!
  

Upcoming Events

Date Night for Teens (16-21)
Friday, February 3
Contact Theresa Fears to register at 509-789-8329 or tfears@arc-spokane.org. Feb. 13 Info Night—7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave., Spokane. Learn what can be done to prevent sexual abuse of teens with developmental disabilities. This is an introductory class geared toward the concerns of parents. Free parking is available in the lots east and west of the building. Please RSVP to Theresa Fears at (509) 328-6326 or tfears@arc-spokane.org.  Sponsored by The Partnership, a program of The Arc of Spokane. 

Life After High School Workshop: Transition IEP
Wednesday, February 15
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave., Spokane. Learn how to team up with your school to plan for your student’s future and to identify resources that can help. For youth with disabilities ages 14 to 21, their families and caregivers.  Sponsored by Family Support 360º and DSHS.  Admission is free.
Contact Roz Bethmann for more information at (509) 328-6326 or rbethmann@arc-spokane.org.

Sensory Friendly Family Movie: The Secret World of Arrietty
Saturday, February 25
10:00 a.m. at the AMC theaters at Riverpark Square (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 (www.spokane@autismsocietyofwa.org) and AMC theaters.

Keeping Your Children Safe
Wednesday, February 29
6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave., Spokane. Learn about preventing sexual abuse of children with developmental disabilities. This is an introductory class geared toward the concerns of parents. Coffee and cookies provided. Free parking is available in the lots east and west of the building. Please RSVP to Theresa Fears at (509) 328-6326 or tfears@arc-spokane.org.  Sponsored by The Partnership, a program of The Arc of Spokane.

Date Night for Teens (16-21)
Friday, March 2
Contact Theresa Fears to register at 509-789-8329 or tfears@arc-spokane.org. 

St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday, March 17
Walk with The Arc of Spokane on St. Patrick’s Day! Contact Rosslyn Bethmann for more information at (509) 328-6326 or rbethmann@arc-spokane.org. 

Life After High School Workshop: Person-Centered Planning
Wednesday, March 21
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave., Spokane. Learn what person-centered planning means and how it makes a positive difference in your student’s success after high school and throughout life. For youth with disabilities ages 14 to 21, their families and caregivers.  Sponsored by Family Support 360ºand DSHS.  Admission is free.  Contact Roz Bethmann for more information at (509) 328-6326 or rbethmann@arc-spokane.org.

Family Support Conference: GPS for Life: Navigating the Future
Friday, March 30
8:15-3:30pm. Save the date and watch for more information to come. For parents supporting a son or daughter with a developmental disability, family members, educators, care providers and anyone else.  Contact Gregg Osborne for more information at The Arc of Spokane, (509) 328-6326 or gosborne@arc-spokane.org.  

Disability Awareness March
Sunday, April 1
Olympia, Washington. Help bring awareness to our legislators, consumers and the general public about the vast diversity of individuals who live with disabilities. Contact the Coalition of Responsible Disabled (CORD) for more information at (509) 326-6355 events@cord.wa.info. 

Date Night for Teens (16-21)
Friday, April 6
Contact Theresa Fears to register at 509-789-8329 or tfears@arc-spokane.org. 

Info Night
Monday, April 16
7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave., Spokane. Learn what can be done to prevent sexual abuse of teens with developmental disabilities. This is an introductory class geared toward the concerns of parents. Free parking is available in the lots east and west of the building. Please RSVP to Theresa Fears at (509) 328-6326 or tfears@arc-spokane.org.  Sponsored by The Partnership, a program of The Arc of Spokane.

Life After High School Workshop: Adult Life
Wednesday, April 18
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave., Spokane. Learn about resources that can help your student reach his or her goals, including Medicaid, waivers, Social Security benefits, recreation, leisure, transportation and housing. For youth with disabilities ages 14 to 21, their families and caregivers.  Sponsored by Family Support 360ºand DSHS.  Admission is free.  Contact Roz Bethmann for more information at (509) 328-6326 or rbethmann@arc-spokane.org.

Community Fun Run
Saturday, April 21
9:00 a.m. at CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Pl., Spokane Valley. A run, for fun, for everyone. Save the date and watch for details to come. Sponsored by the Inclusion Network, a volunteer network of The Arc of Spokane. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Darci Osborne at 509-279-9242 or inclusionnetwork@hotmail.com.  

Keeping Your Children Safe
Wednesday, April 25
6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave., Spokane. Learn about preventing sexual abuse of children with developmental disabilities. This is an introductory class geared toward the concerns of parents. Coffee and cookies provided. Free parking is available in the lots east and west of the building. Please RSVP to Theresa Fears at (509) 328-6326 or tfears@arc-spokane.org.  Sponsored by The Partnership, a program of The Arc of Spokane.

Life After High School Workshop: Higher Education Options
Wednesday, May 16
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave., Spokane. Learn about post-secondary education, vocational training, community college programs and recreation center classes. For youth with disabilities ages 14 to 21, their families and caregivers.  Sponsored by Family Support 360ºand DSHS.  Admission is free.  Contact Roz Bethmann for more information at (509) 328-6326 or rbethmann@arc-spokane.org.

Life After High School Workshop: Employment Choices
Wednesday, June 20
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at The Arc of Spokane, 320 E. 2nd Ave., Spokane. Help your student find a job or work experience by coordinating and blending employment resources in the community. For youth with disabilities ages 14 to 21, their families and caregivers.  Sponsored by Family Support 360ºand DSHS.  Admission is free.  Contact Roz Bethmann for more information at (509) 328-6326 or rbethmann@arc-spokane.org.