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Offering a lifetime of support, understanding, and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and their families. |
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| Support Health Care Reform for People with Developmental Disabilities! |
 ACT NOW! Health care reform is a marathon, not a sprint. There are many steps in the process to overhaul our nation's troubled health care system. This is why we have asked you so many times to contact your Members of Congress. And today, we need to ask you once again. TAKE ACTION NOW! Click here and enter your zipcode in the call now box to get your representative's phone number.
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| Prince Georgians honored for excellence in the field of disability |
The 2009 Awards of Excellence Luncheon was well attended on October 29th as nine groups and individuals received special recognition for their superior efforts. County Executive Jack Johnson spoke to the award winners and thanked them for their service to the county and people with developmental disabilities.
Award Winners: Worship- St. John's Episcopal, Education- Chapel Forge Motor Group, Recreation- Wesley Person, Outstanding Citizen- William Fink, Advocacy- Steve Pyles, Lifetime Achievement- Bea Rodgers, Employment- Dennis Benjamin, Governmental Affairs- Howard Burnett, Professional Involvement- Dr. Hajjar. |
| November Spotlight: Getting Fit! |
 Margaret Fadero is reserved. Her voice is soft. When spoken to, she looks away for a moment. But when her eyes return, she lights up with a smile before delivering her answer. Especially when she is asked to talk about some of her favorite activities.
"I like basketball and soccer," Margaret says.
Margaret has attended The Arc's Largo Center since 2004. She is one of 30 individuals participating in the new Adult Fitness Program run by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) at the North Brentwood Community Center. This unique program introduces a variety of fitness activities including biking, swimming, aerobics, weightlifting and various team sports.
Click here to read more. |
| Transitioning Youth Families Organize for Upcoming Legislative Session |
Over 70 family members and professionals packed The Arc's conference room on November 3 to develop their advocacy skills related to the Governor's Transitioning Youth Program. The Arc of Maryland Executive Director Cristine Marchand outlined the state's budget process and the history behind funding for employment and day services for special education graduates. Each family wrote a personal letter to Governor O'Malley urging full funding for the 660 students statewide who will be transitioning to the adult world in June of 2010. The Arc and Resource Connections jointly sponsored the meeting. For further information contact Karen Oliver at 301-925-7050, ext. 245.
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| Attention All Families: your input is needed for special education advocacy! |
 The Arc, along with several other educational advocacy groups, is asking you to take a parent/caregiver survey so we can gather more information about your experiences with special education services. The survey will be open until November 30, 2009. We want to hear from you!
Please Click here to access the survey. |
| Parents Encouraging Parents (PEP) Leadership Program is accepting applications! |
 The PEP Program provides training for parents of children with disabilities in order to increase their knowledge of special education laws, develop advocacy skills, increase understanding of parental rights and provide networking opportunities. The application deadline is December 11th. Click here for more details and to download an application. Contact Yvette Young-DeCosta at yvette@ppmd.org or 410-768-9100 for more information. |
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Two new studies on children with Down Syndrome are open to families in the DC metro area. |
 Duke University and the Kennedy Krieger Institute join forces to conduct a genetic and behavioral research study on Boys ages 3-12 with Down Syndrome. Contact Marie Andachter, Research Coordinator, for more information at 443-923-7716 or andachter@kennedykrieger.org. The second study, funded by NIH will study children under the age of 18 with Down Syndrome to gain more information on genetic and environmental factors that increase the chances of congenital heart defects. Contact Charnan Koller at 443-923-9131 or koller@kennedykrieger.org for more information.
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| The Arc gets a new future planning grant! |
 The Arc has received a one-year grant from The HSC Foundation that enables us to financially assist families who are establishing a Special Needs Trust. For more information, please contact Mary Funk at 301/925-7050, ext. 232, or mfunk@thearcofpgc.org. Click here to download an application.
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| Upcoming workshops and events: |
"Discipline & the Difficult Child"
November 6th, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm, Prince George's Ballroom. Click here for details.
"Education Committee Meeting"
"Resource Connections Art Showcase"
"DDA status review, strategic plan, & feedback session"
November 18th, Roosevelt High School. Click here for details.
"Future Planning: Financial Planning"
"Autism Coffee Break: All about Applied Behavior Analysis"
Dave & Buster's Day!November 21st. Click here for details.
"Infants & Toddlers Story Time and play time"
Various times and locations. Click here for details.
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| The Arc is a great place to work! |
Our latest listing of employment opportunities can be found by clicking here. Please share this listing with your family and friends!
Arc Notes is a publication for members and supporters of The Arc of Prince George's County who have provided us with their e-mail address. Please feel free to give us feedback by replying to this e-mail.
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Mac Ramsey
Executive Director
The Arc of Prince George's County
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