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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 The Arc's 17th Annual Golf Tournament!
This year's tournament is sponsored by ALCO Pharmacy and will take place on Monday, September 27th at the beautiful Lake Presidential Golf Club in Upper Marlboro! Early-bird pricing for this fantastic event only lasts until September 13th! Single Golfers are $135 and corporate packages (foursome and tee sign) are $600. Click here to register online. Please click here to see sponsorship levels and to support the tournamnt online. Contact Sarah Logar at 301-925-7050, ext. 230 for more information. |
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 Making our voices heard:
Don't forget to register to vote! Voter Applications must be postmarked by August 24, 2010 to vote in the Primary Election on September 14th. Click here to download a voter registration form.
The Maryland Disabilities Forum is hosting a 2010 Gubernatorial Candidates Forum on Disability Issues on October 11 at the BWI Marriott Hotel from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The leading 2010 Gubernatorial Candidates - Governor Martin O'Malley and former Governor Bob Ehrlich have both been invited to participate in the event. Candidates will be asked to address their respective platforms on disability issues, and will also take questions from the audience. This is a free event, and pre-registration is preferred: http://www.mddforum.org/2010forumregistration.html. |
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 Prince Georgians celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act!
Members of Prince George's County People On the Go celebrated with Governor O'Malley on August 26th at Camden Yards in Baltimore. The Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law in 1990 and ensures equal opportunity for people with disabilities in the areas of employment, public accommodations, commercial facilities, and transportation. |
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 Come play with us!
The Arc Childcare Programs support children with disabilities and medically fragile conditions in inclusive settings within The Bowie YMCA and the Easter Seals NARA Center in College Park. Licensed nurses oversee the children's medical needs and provide staff and parent training.
The centers operate within the Creative Classroom curriculum where motor and cognitive development skills are addressed in daily activities that are adapted to meet each child's specific strengths and needs. Therapies authorized through the Infants and Toddlers Program may be provided in the center within the typical daily routine. Statistics show that children with special needs who have the opportunity to play and learn with their typically developing age mates progress more rapidly than those who do not. Contact Judy Tribby, Nurse Administrator at jtribby@thearcofpgc.org or 301-538-5080 for more information. |
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Arc volunteers deliver Meals on Wheels. | Making a Difference in Our Community!
The Arc's Employment Services Division is giving back to the community through volunteer work. Over 30 individuals supported by The Arc are giving time each week to local organizations that serve people who are homeless, elderly, or just in need of a little extra help. Deborah Goins, Director of Employment Services says, "We want to make sure that during these difficult ecomonic times, our participants are involved in the community and engaged in building employment skills." If you have volunteer or employment opportunities for Arc program participants, contact Deborah Goins at 240-289-0115, ext. 226. |
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 Tell The Arc your thoughts:
The Arc of the United States is conducting a survey to gather information from people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in order to understand the services they now receive and may want or need in the future. The information will be used to help The Arc as it works with legislators at the federal and state levels to advocate for better resources and will help The Arc develop its strategic framework for the future.
Please take a moment to complete the survey to provide your valuable insight. Click here to access the survey. |
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 Interns, Interns, Everywhere!
Here at The Arc we are proud of our mission of offering a lifetime of support, understanding, and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and their families, and we hope to share our expertise in the field with as many people as possible.
That is one reason why The Arc offers hands-on internships for college students. This experience allows them to gain the skills needed to shift from the classroom to the workplace, whether they are studying nursing, social work, marketing, public relations, finance, human resources, or business administration.
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Parent Training: Music all day long
Cats & Dogs 2: Sensory Friendly Version
Melwood Alumni Dance
Basic Principles of Behavior Management
Strategies for Effective Behavior Management
Parent Training: How to advocate for your child to have a successful school year
Autism Pathfinders: Adult Issues Workshop Series- Employment
Parent Empowerment Support Group Meeting
Transition 101: Think College
The Guardian of Ga'Hoole: Sensory Friendly Version
17th Annual Golf Tournament
Home Ownership Seminar
Special Education Advisory Clinic
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Our Biggest Sale EVER!
Stop by on August 6-8 and receive 70% off all clothing!
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11000 Baltimore Ave., Beltsville, MD 301-572-4241 Open M-F 10 am - 8 pm, Sat 10 am - 6 pm, Sun 12 pm - 5 pm |
| 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.
The Arc of Prince George's County is a nonpartisan organization that neither supports nor opposes any political party or candidate for office.
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Mac Ramsey
Executive Director
The Arc of Prince George's County
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