DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS DAY
City, County Issue Joint Proclamation
Whatcom County Executive Pete Kremen and
Bellingham Mayor Dan Pike have joined with The Arc in declaring October 2nd Down syndrome
Awareness Day! Both officials will
be on hand to open The Arc's 7th Annual Buddy Walk on October 2nd.
"People with Down syndrome are active
participants in community life in Bellingham," Mayor Pike said. "I am
pleased to join in celebrating the accomplishments of children and
adults with Down syndrome, and in efforts to make other community
members aware of these accomplishments as well as Down syndrome programs
and issues." Click here for a copy of the official proclamation. |
ADVISORY BOARD MEETS
Public Invited To Comment On County Services
There will be a meeting of the Whatcom County Developmental
Disabilities Advisory Board on Monday, September 27. The meeting runs from 4:30 - 6:00
pm and takes place in the St. Luke's Health Education Center at 3333 Squalicum Parkway. The meeting is open to the public and is an opportunity to receive up-to-date information on issues related to developmental disabilities, and to provide public comment on services provided by
the Whatcom County Development Disabilities program. For more information, contact Jessica Lee at (360) 676-6724 ext. 32014. |
FATHER'S NETWORK CONFERENCE
Group Supports Fathers Raising Children With Special Health Care Needs
The Washington State Father's Network is hosting a conference on October 2, 2010 in Bellevue. The Fathers Network provides up-to-date information
and resources for fathers, family members, and care providers. Here you
will find current news, press releases, and timely articles. Also
please check out the EVENTS calendar for upcoming conferences, seminars, and
other activities all designed to enhance your knowledge about the
joys and challenges of children with special needs. Contact Greg Schell at (425) 653-4296 or visit their website online for more information. |
"A MUCH NEEDED BREAK"
Feds Infuse Millions To Expand Respite Care
Caregivers
of those with disabilities in 12 states, including Washington, will be getting
some added relief soon, thanks to a slew of new federal grants to expand
respite care.
The
$2.25 million worth of grants will double the size of the Lifespan Respite Care
Program. The program was established by Congress in 2006 to improve respite services
for caregivers of those with special needs. The new
grants will allow programs to be created in 12 states, including Washington.
In
addition to increasing respite care options, the Lifespan program is designed
to coordinate existing services and train new providers.
"Respite
gives these caregivers a much needed break, allowing them to re-charge and then
successfully continue in their caregiving roles," said Kathy Greenlee,
assistant secretary for aging at the Department of Health and Human Services,
which administers the grants.
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ABOUT US
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.
This E-Alert is made possible by funding from the Whatcom County Developmental Disabilities program.
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KNOW YOUR LEGISLATORS
US Legislators
Sen. Maria Cantwell cantwell.senate.gov Phone: (202) 224-3441
Sen. Patty Murray murray.senate.gov Phone: (202) 224-2621
2nd District
Rep. Rick Larsen www.house.gov/larsen/ Phone: (202) 225-2605
State Legislators
42nd District
Sen. Dale Brandland brandland.dale@leg.wa.gov Phone: (360) 786-7682
Rep.
Kelli Linville linville.kelli@leg.wa.gov Phone: (360) 786-7854 Rep. Doug Ericksen ericksen.doug@leg.wa.gov Phone: (360) 786-7980
39th District
Sen. Val Stevens stevens.val@leg.wa.gov Phone: (360) 786-7676
Rep. Dan Kristiansen kristiansen.dan@leg.wa.gov Phone: (360) 786-7967
Rep. Kirk Pearson pearson.kirk@leg.wa.gov Phone: (360) 786-7816
40th District
Sen. Kevin Ranker ranker.kevin@leg.wa.gov Phone: (360) 786-7678
Rep. Dave Quall quall.dave@leg.wa.gov Phone: (360) 428-1023
Rep. Jeff Morris morris.jeff@leg.wa.gov Phone: (360) 786-7970
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EVENTS CALENDAR
October 2010
2 Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Down syndrome Outreach Buddy Walk Fairhaven Village Green Park 1207 10th Street Contact: 715-0170 x205
11 Monday 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Parent to Parent Support Meeting Whatcom Center for Early Learning Guest Speaker: The Arc of Whatcom County Topic: Partnering with Schools 2001 H Street, Bellingham, WA Contact: 255-2056 ext. 1
15 Friday Noon - 1:30 p.m. Autism Support Meeting The Arc's Dan Godwin Community Center 2602 McLeod Road Contact: 715-0170 ext. 306
18 Monday 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Future Planning Workshop St Luke's Education Center 3333 Squalicum Parkway Contact: 715-0170 ext. 306
18 Monday 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Spin Dance Max Higbee Center 315 Halleck Street Contact: 778-7000
23 Saturday 10:00 a.m. - Noon The Arc of Whatcom County Board meeting The Arc's Dan Godwin Community Center 2602 McLeod Road Contact: 715-0170 ext. 303
25 Monday 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Whatcom County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board St. Luke's Health Education Center 3333 Squalicum Parkway Contact: 676-6724 ext. 32014
29 Friday 5:30 - 9:00 pm Friday Fun Night Bellingham Senior Center 315 Halleck Street Open to all ages Contact: 733-1828
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