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The Arc congratulates countywide award winners! | |
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Angela Calado, Mike McLaughlin, Dottie Sheldon, Bob Ziepolt, Donald Gallimore, John Harrison (Johnny's Auto), Joyce Sims (Resource Connections), Mary O'Meara (The Arc Doiocese of Washington, Janice Stallworth |
On October 20th, The Arc honored Robert Ziepolt with a Lifetime Achievement Award as part of its Countywide Awards Program. First President of The Arc Prince George's County, Bob has been a stalwart advocate for the rights of people with developmental disabilities for nearly 60 years. His daughter Elsie has been his inspiration for his lifetime achievement.
Click here to read more. |
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Technology brings new opportunities | |
 Gabby Rodriguez, daughter of The Arc Members Norma and Manny Rodriguez, is using assistive technology devices like the iPad to enhance her world. Click on the photo to watch an ABC News story about Gabby! The State of Maryland has some assistive technology resources available. Click here to access the Maryland Department of Disabilities assistive technology page. The Equipment Demonstration and Loan Program allows you to try out a device and see if it fits your needs before you buy it.
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Does your car look like this? | 
If not, then donate your vehicle to The Arc. Use your tax savings to purchase the car you've always dreamed about while also supporting a great cause! Make your tax deductible donation today by giving your used car, van, truck, boat, or recreational vehicle to The Arc Prince George's County. Click here to read more about the program or to begin the donation process online. Click here to fill out an online donation form. |
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Attention Parents: special education clinic and advocacy assistance. |  Come to The Arc on November 19th from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm for a Free Special Education Clinic and receive Advocacy Assistance and Information. Appointments are necessary for individual attorney/paralegal meetings. Please call MDLC at 800-233-7201, ext. 2516 or MCIE at 410-859-5400, ext. 118, by November 15th to make an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcomed. Representatives from PGCPS will be on hand to answer questions and hear your concerns. Community and family resources will be available. |
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YOU are invited to help shape The Arc. |  The Arc's new committee structure allows members and other interested citizens to participate actively in the on-going operations of The Arc. We want to hear your voice! Our next committee night will take place on November 17th at 6:30 pm at The Arc Building. Join us for a light supper and then share your ideas on: Governmental Affairs, Family and Community Services, Residential Services, Employment and Day Services, Resource Development, and Human Resources. If you are interested in joining a committee, please contact Bola Owoeye at bowoeye@thearcofpgc.org or 301-925-7050, ext. 238. |
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Support The Arc through your workplace campaign! | |
The United Way Workplace Giving Campaigns are now beginning and we need your support! If your workplace participates in the United Way, Combined Federal Campaign, or Maryland Charity Campaign, please designate The Arc Prince George's County as the recipient of your workplace gift.
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Governmental affairs update. | |
- Congratulations to former Arc Board member Derrick Leon Davis, who has been elected to the Prince George's County Council to represent residents of District 6.
- It's not to late to contact your members of Congress about the importance of saving Medicaid, the lifeline for residential, day, and employment supports for many individuals and families. For more information, contact Bea Rodgers, Public Policy Coordinator at The Arc. Take Action Now! Be a part of the solution!
- The Arc is in the process of meeting with each County Council Member to let them know about the needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and how we can partner together. If you are interested in joining the visiting team, contact Bea Rogers.
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Greater Washington unites for one great day of giving! | |
 Give to the Max Day is a one-day fundraising event on November 9, 2011 that will unite local Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC communities to support nonprofits serving the area. The goal is to get thousands of local residents to support their favorite regional charity, raising millions in donations and grants in just 24 hours. Click here to make a donation to The Arc! |
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Upcoming workshops and events: |
A Dolphin's Tale: Sensory Friendly Movie
Ivymount Lecture Series: Life on the Autism Spectrum
Parent/Professional Empowerment Conference
Positive Parenting Classes Education Committee Meeting People on the Go: 20th Anniversary Celebration Powering Up: Technology Conference Transition 101 Summit 2.0--Real Jobs, It's Everyone's Business Division for Early Childhood: International Conference on Young Children with Special Needs 11/17-19/11 Click here for details. Special Education Clinic: Learn to Advocate for your child Together We're Better: Poster Contest Entries Due Applications for MD Youth Leadership form due |
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New Look! New Low Prices!
Come visit our newly-renovated store and take advantage of our low prices! 
There is ALWAYS a sale at The Arc Thrift Store. Come see what is 25% or 50% off this week!
All proceeds go to support programs for people with developmental disabilities. | |
The Arc Thrift Store
11000 Baltimore Ave., Beltsville, MD 301-572-4241
Open M-F 10 am - 6 pm, Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 12 pm - 5 pm |
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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.
The Arc of Prince George's County is a nonpartisan organization that neither supports nor opposes any political party or candidate for office.
Sincerely, |
Mac Ramsey
Executive Director
The Arc Prince George's County |
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