Whatcom County is holding part II of its Transition Workshop series on Saturday, March 20.

This session, called Mapping Your Community, will help individuals and families identify the resources, activities, places and opportunities available in the community.
                                         
How can we look differently at resources that might be just around the corner?  What strategies are most successful for creating partnerships?  Where have others found a welcoming environment? Mapping Your Community is designed to increase the ability of parents, caregivers and individuals with developmental disabilities to connect to existing community resources to help building a meaningful life.

To register or ask a question, contact Vicki McClure by emailing vmcclure@co.whatcom.wa.us or by calling (360) 676-6724 ext. 32243.

Time:    
8:30-9:00 Coffee, registration and parent networking 
9:00-11:00 Workshop

Location:
County Annex Building
1000 N. Forest St
Bellingham, WA
(Laurel St. entrance)

Legislators Focus on Budget, Job Bills

Governor Chris Gregoire has called for a special session of the Washington State Legislature. Legislators will focus on finalizing the supplemental budget and on reaching an agreement on a package of jobs bills during the 7 day session.

Help us keep funding for developmental disabilities services in the budget! Please let your legislators know how you feel about the following funding for developmental disabilities:

For more information, visit the Arc of Washington State's website by clicking on this link.

The Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council is in the process of developing its 2012-2016 State Plan and they want your opinion about their priorities and challenges.  Please take a few minutes to complete their web survey. 
 
If you know others who are also interested in the issues facing people with developmental disabilities and their families in Washington state, they are encouraged to take this survey as well.

The Arc of Whatcom County provides information and referrals, educational programs, and funding for people with developmental disabilities, their families, and the organizations that serve them. Click here to become a member of The Arc!