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Clownin' Around's Summer Tour
The Arc Baltimore's clown troupe, Clownin' Around, went out on tour for three weeks in July and performed at seven summer camps for children with developmental disabilities. Led by boss clown T-Bone, aka volunteer Steve Carder, Clownin' Around consists of nine supported individuals and two staff members. All the kids who attended had a wonderful time and couldn't stop laughing!
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Five Questions for Steve Morgan
As part of the Baltimore Sun's Five Questions series, our Executive Director Steve Morgan discusses the significant changes in the disability community during his tenure and his excitement over our new Career Catalyst employment program.
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Join Us THIS SUNDAY!!!
Come and join us at the Maryland State Fair on Sunday, August 24th for the Governor's Volunteer Appreciation Day! Since you are a dedicated volunteer for The Arc Baltimore, you get to attend for just $2.00. Print out the flyer and be sure to bring it with you. There are also discounted tickets for rides and food. Everyone loves the fair, and we love our volunteers! This is just a small way of saying THANK YOU for all you do! |
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TU Project Serve
For the third year in a row, incoming freshman at Towson University visited The Arc Baltimore as part of TU Project Serve. This year, groups visited some of our locations bringing their smiling faces and enthusiasm. Everyone had a wonderful time engaging in fun activities such as art projects and bingo. We hope some of the freshmen will join us again for an internship opportunity later in their college career! Go Tigers!
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Still Time for Fall Internships
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 Do you need that internship to fulfill your major or maybe you would like to have that hands-on experience to figure out what direction you should take after graduation? If so, contact Debbie Staigerwald at 410-296-2272 ext. 5216, our Director of Volunteers and Interns. Debbie will work with you to create an internship that aligns with your schools requirements.
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The Arc Receives CARF Accreditation
The Arc Baltimore received its fourth, three-year CARF accreditation in June. This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our Board, staff and families for the organization and the individuals that we support. Big round of applause! CARF is an independent, nonprofit accreditor of human service providers with a main focus on quality assurance. To find out more read Aaron Atkinson, Director of Quality Enhancement, blogpost.
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Tech Time At The Arc
We need volunteers to help with our Tech Time workshop. Tech Time is a monthly workshop that offers help to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are supported by The Arc Baltimore to practice using social media, email and the internet.
The group meets the third Wednesday of the month from 3pm - 5pm at 7215 York Rd.
If you are looking for a unique volunteer opportunity and can provide some one-on-one assistance, contact Debbie Staigerwald by email or phone at 410-296-2272, ext: 5216. |
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Our 2013 Annual Report
Our 2013 Annual Report demonstrates The Arc's mission to be an integral part of the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, at all stages. We're proud to showcase three such stories of individuals and their families and their relationship with The Arc. We thank you for your continued support and dedication to our mission and hope that you enjoy getting to know some of the people we support.
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Are You a Member?
Join The Arc Baltimore and be a contributing member who supports advocacy and service to people with disabilities and their families. Please donate now. Thank you!
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E-newsletters
The Arc Baltimore has three monthly e-newsletters (Family & Children, General and Volunteer) as well as an as-needed Public Policy alert.
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