The Parent Coalition Newsletter The E-newsletter of The Arc of Whatcom County
June 23, 2008

Greetings!

in this issue
  • Upcoming Events
  • Family Swim Social
  • An "Enchanted" Evening
  • Backyard Fun Sibshop
  • Heart Of Sailing
  • ITEIP stakeholders meetings
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  • Family Swim Social

    Parent to Parent Swim Event

    Children under 7 years old must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

    If you need and extra pair of hands, call for a Super Sitter list.

    For information and to RSVP,
    please call Christine Griffin at 255-2056 ext 1
    or
    Alina Zollfrank with Hispanic Outreach at
    255-2056 ext. 2

    Friday, June 27
    6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
    Arne Hanna Aquatic Center
    1114 Potter Street in Bellingham


    An "Enchanted" Evening

    Down syndrome Outreach Invites

    Down syndrome Outreach would like to invite you to a pajama party and movie night at the Dan Godwin Community Center.

    If you are in grades 5 through 12,
    Join us for popcorn and to watch Disney's movie, "Enchanted".

    We'll provide the popcorn!

    Come join us!

    AND...

    Bring your friends.

    For information, contact Kristy at
    360-15-0170 X 307
    Can't wait to see you there!

    June 28
    6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
    The Arc's Dan Godwin Community Center
    2602 McLeod Rd.
    Bellingham


    Backyard Fun Sibshop

    A special event for siblings (ages 6-8)
    of children with special needs.

    Be prepared to get wet!

    Please RSVP by June 26
    Christine at 255-2056 ext. 1

    Saturday, June 28
    2:30-4:30 p.m.
    Whatcom Center for Early Learning
    2001 H Street in Bellingham


    Heart Of Sailing

    Summer Sail
    For families of children with special needs.

    Does your family enjoy being on the water?
    Here is an opportunity to participate in the delights of the sea!

    The Heart Of Sailing
    Summer Sail takes children with special needs and their families out in boats for the sheer wonderfulness of being on the water and just messing about in boats!

    Advance registration is required
    for questions contact Sarah Tario at
    360-739-0090 or [email protected]

    Sunday, June 29
    Bellingham Yacht Club
    2625 Loop Dr.
    at the Bellingham Marina
    This event will begin at 10:00 a.m. with
    sailors setting sail at 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.


    ITEIP stakeholders meetings

    Times and locations for meetings

    The Division of Developmental Disabilities has scheduled a series of meetings for input on their report to the Legislature about the Infant and Toddler Early Intervention Services (ITEIP) programs.

    4 meetings are scheduled around the state in mid-July.
    July 15, 2008 - Seattle
    Highline School District Office 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

    July 16, 2008 - Spokane,
    Esmeralda Center, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

    July 17, 2008 - Vancouver,
    ESD 112, 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m

    July 18, 2008 - Yakima
    Children's Village, 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.

    If you are interested in attending this stakeholder's forum,
    please register with Linda Jennings at
    [email protected] or 360-725-3514

    For general information call Gaye Jensen,
    DDD Project Lead at
    [email protected] or 360-725-3419
    or
    Sandy Loerch Morris, ITEIP Program Director, at [email protected] or (360) 725-3516.


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    Upcoming Events
    Getting Ready for the Human Race June 14, 2008

    Getting Ready for
    the Human Race
    June 14, 2008

    Wednesdays
    Care Giver Support
    Learn Self-Nurturing Techniques

    Noon -1:30 p.m.
    Weekly Group Meetings for parents and other family members who are primary care providers.
    John Davies and Jan Jung-
    co-facilitators
    203 W. Holly St.
    Bellingham, WA
    No fees
    To register call 360-715-0170 X 302

    June 23
    Whatcom County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board
    4:30-6:00 p.m.
    3333 Squalicum Pkwy.
    Bellingham, WA
    Information Contact: Jessica at
    360-676-6724 X 32014

    June 25
    "Right To Risk"

    7:00 p.m.
    American Museum of
    Radio and Electricity
    1312 Bay St., Bellingham
    Questions or special needs accommodations
    contact Jamie Crawford at
    [email protected] or
    360-244-7541

    June 27
    Parent to Parent
    Family Swim Social

    6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
    Arne Hanna Aquatic Center
    1114 Potter Street
    Bellingham

    June 28
    Parent to Parent
    Sibshop - Backyard Fun

    2:30-4:30 p.m.
    Whatcom Center for Early Learning
    2001 H Street
    Bellingham

    June 28
    DsO Movie Night
    "Enchanted"

    6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
    The Arc's
    Dan Godwin Community Center
    2602 McLeod Rd.
    Bellingham

    July 12
    Everything you Need to Know:
    Medicaid Personal Care Training

    9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    The Arc's
    Dan Godwin Community Center
    2602 McLeod Rd.
    Bellingham, WA
    Information contact: Beverly at
    360-715-0170 X 306

    July 14
    Parent to Parent
    Support Meeting

    7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
    2001 H Street
    Contact: Christine at
    360-255-2056 ext. 1
    Childcare available, please call ahead

    July 19
    Youth Self Advocacy Group
    10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
    The Arc's
    Dan Godwin Community Center
    2602 McLeod Rd.
    Bellingham, WA
    Contact: Maureen at
    360-715-0170 X 302
    NOTE DATE CHANGE

    July 24 - 26
    Parent to Parent
    Super Sitter Training

    9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    For details and to register
    contact Christine at 255-2056 X 1

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