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The Arc of Whatcom County
Parent Coalition E-alert:
August 2012 |
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FEDERAL
2nd District
STATE
42nd District
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Greetings!
Below is information on upcoming workshops and activities for your family. If you have any questions or need support, contact Monica (360) 715-0170, ext 303, monicab@arcwhatcom.org.
Thank you, and we hope you have a wonderful week enjoying the beautiful sunshine!
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"MAKING HOMES THAT WORK" WORKSHOP | | |
Environment Matters:
The Critical Role of the Physical Environment to
Live a Safe and Participatory Life
Thursday, August 23
10 am - 2 pm
Seattle DDD Training Room
1700 E Cherry Street, Seattle
You are invited to attend this cutting edge four hour, interactive discussion and workshop on making homes that work for individuals who present challenges for living in conventional housing. This workshop is designed to create housing and environmental solutions for real and immediate situations.
Using George Braddock's book, Making Homes That Work, workshop participants will identify person centered environmental solutions for specific individuals who need changes in their home in order to live safely and with increased independence. Participants are encouraged to come as a working group to problem solve and create housing solutions for specific individuals.
This presentation is for: people with disabilities and their families and advocates, providers of services, landlords, builders, architects, government employees, and anyone interested in developing personalized housing and accommodations for people with disabilities.
Snacks will be provided, but please bring a brown bag lunch.
For more information, call 425-322-9888. |
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FAMILY SWIM SOCIAL | | |
Parent to Parent Family Swim Social
Saturday, August 25, 6:30-8:30pm
Arne Hanna Aquatic Center
1114 Potter Street, Bellingham
Come join other families of children with developmental disabilities/delays for a fun time in the pool. Children under 7 must have an adult with them in the pool. (Call P2P for a list of Super Sitters if you need some extra help in the pool). |
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P2P PLAYDATE IN LYNDEN | | |
Parent to Parent Playdate
Wednesday, August 29
1pm - 3pm
Million Smiles Playground Park
8460 Depot Road, Lynden
Come join other families of children with developmental delays, disabilities, and ongoing health care needs for a fun time at one of our most delightful Whatcom County playgrounds. Parents and caregivers will be responsible for their children at all times. For questions, please call 360-255-2056. |
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Parent Coalition
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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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