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Offering a lifetime of support, understanding, and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities and their families. |
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 DDA Critical Issues
Join us on Thursday, February 17 at 6:30PM at The Arc Building and learn about critical DDA issues. We will discuss the new Maryland Waiting List, the new process for accessing and changing DDA services, and the status of the DDA budget. John Whittle, Southern MD Region DDA Director will be available to answer questions. RSVP to Bola at 301-925-7050, ext. 238 or bowoeye@thearcofpgc.org. Light refreshments will be served. |
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 DDA FY 2012 Budget ... Good News, Bad News
Governor O'Malley released his proposed FY 2012 Budget last week and there is good news and bad news for individuals and families relying on funding through the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA).
The good news is that the budget includes employment and day program funding for 607 students who are transitioning from school to the world of adulthood. The cost of these services is $10.1 million. In addition, there are small amounts for expansion of services for people in emergency situations, adult children with elderly parents, and individuals requiring services through court orders.
Click here to read more. |
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 End the Wait - Check Line 38
Maryland Citizens can help people with developmental disabilities by making a gift to the Maryland Waiting List Fund by checking Line 38 on their MD Income Tax Return. Click here to download a fact sheet. Click here to download a tax preparation coupon. |
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 New Associate Executive Director
The Arc is pleased to announce that Donna Mason joined The Arc as the Associate Executive Director for Employment and Day Services on January 31, 2011. Donna has a long and distinguished career within our region of the state. For the past five years she has been the Executive Director of Riderwood - a large continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring. Prior to her work at Riderwood, Donna served as the Prince George's County's Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Health and Human Services during the Curry Administration. Her long tenure with county government also included appointments as Director of the Department of Family Services, Executive Director of the Commission for Families, and Executive Director of the Consumer Protection Commission.
Donna earned her B.A. in Sociology from Frostburg State University and her M.A. in Administrative Management from Bowie State University. She and her husband reside in Bowie.
Welcome aboard Donna! |
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LEAP Grant available for individuals ages 14-25 The Arc is pleased to announce it has once again been awarded a Life Enrichment Awards Program Grant (LEAP) supported by the HSC Foundation. LEAP provides goods and services that are directly linked to transition planning and implementation. Funds may be used for a variety of purposes, including career-related courses, equipment and job exploration. Eligible applicants with a disability must be between the ages of 14 -25 and may not have received a LEAP Grant within the past three years. For more information, contact Mary Funk at 301-925-7050, ext. 232, or click here for an application. |
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 Register now for the 2011 Bowling Bash
Join us at the AMF College Park Lanes on Sunday, March 6th or 13th for a fantastic afternoon filled with fun! Proceeds from the Bowling Bash go to support the Sarah Petit Fund, which offers recreation and vacation grants for people with developmental disabilities. Come out and help more people go places, make friends, and have fun! Click here to become a sponsor of the event. Click here to register online, or click here to download a registration form. . |
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 Thank you Civitans
The Arc received a generous donation from the Bowie Civitan Club on January 25. At a dinner hosted by the club, Civitan President Lydia Harvey thanked The Arc for its work throughout the year. Civitans are dedicated to building volunteer leaders and to serving the community, with an emphasis on helping people with developmental disabilities. The Arc thanks, and appreciates, their gift. |
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 Spotlight on Worship
The Bridges Ministry at Reid Temple African Methodist Episcopal Church as been bridging the gaps and ensuring that members with all types of disabilities find meaningful opportunities to both minister and worship. The Bridges Ministry operates inclusive and specialized Sunday School classes, holds community workshops, parent support groups, and quartly community respite care days. To learn more about what Reid Temple's Bridges Ministry is doing in our community, contact Chrystie Lynch at 301-352-0320, ext. 452. |
| Upcoming workshops and events: |
Summer Camp Information Session
Future Planning Seminar *Note Date Change. February 2nd and 9th*. Click here for more information. Blocks: more than just play. Early Childhood Parent Training.
Developmental Disabilities Day February 11th. Click here for more information. Capitals Special Sled Hockey Clinic Autism Pathfinders trip to the Baltimore Aquarium Disability Policy Seminar February 14th-16th. Click here for more information. Transition 101 workshop Membership Meeting Language Development in Infants and Toddlers Social Emotional Foundations of Early Learning Throughout February. Click here for more information. Social Development within the Context of Relationships February 22nd & 23rd. Click here for more information. Tips on Trips and Camps: Summer Opportunities Fair |
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Our Valentine's Gift to You:
50% off one item of your choice. Must present this ad to receive discount. Offer expires 2/28/11.
Cannot be combined with any other offer. All proceeds go to support programs for people with developmental disabilities. | |
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 |
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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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