The Arc of Whatcom County


The Arc of Whatcom County

Parent Coalition E-alert: October 2011

In This Issue
MEETING ON BUDGET CUTS
CANDIDATES FORUM
COMMUNICATION & TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP
YOGA CLASS

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Greetings! 

 

There are many important advocacy opportunities coming up in October and November. Your participation and input would be very helpful.

If you need information or assistance, please contact Monica, Co-Coordinator of The Parent Coalition: (360)715-0170, ext 303, monicab@arcwhatcom.org.   

   

DSHS TOWN HALL MEETING ON BUDGET CUTS
DSHS is hosting a series of town hall meetings across the state to get the public's input on budget reduction options. The two closest meetings to Whatcom County are:

Everett - Thursday, October 6
2:30pm- 4pm
Everett Community College
2000 Tower Street
Everett, WA
 
Seattle - Friday, October 21
10:30am - 12pm
3600 South Graham Street - Graham Room
Seattle, WA 

WHATCOM CANDIDATES FORUM 

On October 12, there will be a Human Services Candidate Forum, featuring candidates for City of Bellingham Mayor, Whatcom County Executive, City and County Council members and Whatcom County Sheriff. This event is co-sponsored by the City of Bellingham and will be aired live on BTV10 and the City website.  

 

Human Services Candidate Forum 

5:30pm, October 12, 2011
Bellingham Municipal Court - Main Courtroom

2014 C Street, Bellingham, WA  

 

"COMMUNICATION & TECHNOLOGY" WORKSHOP 

Can technology help my family member communicate and learn?

On Tuesday, October 25th, The Arc of Whatcom County will be hosting a "Communication and Technology" workshop to help expand your knowledge on the latest tools and applications for improving communication skills.


The workshop will be held from 6:30-8:30pm at The Arc's Dan Godwin Center, 2602 McLeod Road, Bellingham. For more information, call Monica (360) 715-0170, ext. 303 or email monicab@arcwhatcom.org.  

 

For more discussion on the technology topic, there also will be a "Coffee & Connections" on Friday, October 28th from 10am-1pm. This is a unique opportunity to have a relaxed visit with trained advocates and parents and receive support and information for your individual needs. Please stop in for as little or as long as you wish.

YOGA CLASS FOR ALL ABILITIES 

Come experience the peaceful world of yoga where you will learn to breathe, move and adjust your posture to achieve peaceful relaxation and flexibility you can feel all through the day!

 

Presented by Lotus Moon Yoga

Yoga instructor: Sarah Godwin

 

Postures are individualized to accommodate your lifestyle and needs.


9am - 10am, Fridays (October-December 2011)

Beginning October 7th

 

The Arc's Dan Godwin Community Center

2602 McLeod Road, Bellingham, WA

 

Suggested Donation of $5-10 per participant*  

*This event is free to current members of The Arc of Whatcom County.

 Must be at least 18 years of age.

 

 To REGISTER, please contact Sarah: 

360-303-5935 or nadiashda@gmail.com

 

 

Parent Coalition

 

 

 

The Parent Coalition of The Arc of Whatcom County provides information and education to individuals with developmental disabilities, their caregivers, families and the community by responding to requests for assistance. We provide 1:1 support and serve as a resource to increase understanding of the developmental disability service system and special education system.

For information and assistance, contact Monica, Parent Coalition Co-Coordinator at (360)715-0170, x303, monicab@arcwhatcom.org.

  

This E-Alert is made possible by funding from the Whatcom County Health Department, Developmental Disabilities Program and the United Way of Whatcom County.

www.arcwhatcom.org

360-715-0170

2602 McLeod Road

Bellingham, WA 98225

 

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