Focus on Siblings!
FAMILY EDUCATION SERIES: SIBLINGS
 Siblings of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities will likely have the longest familial relationship with their sibling. There are numerous emotional and practical considerations that go along with this relationship. Join us along with a panel of adult siblings and Kathy Vecchioni, executive director of By Their Side to explore these issues and talk about supports that are, or should be, available to the typical sibling.
Tuesday, 11/11, 6-9 p.m.
The Arc Baltimore
6151 Metro Drive
Baltimore, MD 21215
Contact Becky Hartnett to register.
SIBSHOPS: SIBLINGS SUPPORT GROUPS
 The Arc Baltimore and Battle Monument School are collaborating to provide free workshops, called Sibshops, for brothers and sisters, ages 6-14, of children with special needs. Sibshops provide a fun, energetic, and activity-driven experience during each model. The Sibshop model intermingles information, discussion activities, games, cooking activities, and special guests. Most of all, Sibshops seek to afford siblings with opportunities for peer support.
In an effort to offer workshops that are accommodating to many, we ask that you please complete the following survey. Your input will determine the time, frequency and location of the meetings.
For more info, email Esther Ford or call: 410-296-2272, ext.5308.
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Last Call For Tickets!
Art in the Round is finally here. Join us tomorrow at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center for a night celebrating - and buying - artwork created by artists with disabilities. Tickets are still available! This year's event is going to be better than ever. We are introducing mobile bidding, a photo booth for souvenir pictures, a new delectable menu, specialty drink offerings and a new and exciting design of the event space inspired by this year's poster winner!
Don't miss out on this great event. Get your tickets now.
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Parents - Need A Break?
We invite you to take advantage of our Parents' Day Out respite program. Take some time to restore yourself and leave your children with disabilities and their siblings in the trained and qualified hands of volunteers for a morning of fun from 9am - 1pm on two different dates, at the following locations:
Saturday, November 15, 2014
9 am - 1 pm
St. Isaac Jogues Church
9215 Old Harford Rd., MD 21234
Sign up by contacting Becky Harnett via email or phone at 410-296-2272, x 2306. |
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Young Life Capernaum
Young people with disabilities, 14-21, can join Young Life Capernaum for pizza, games, and fun with friends!
11/12, 11/19 and 12/17
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Grace Fellowship Church
9505 Deereco Rd., Timonium, MD 21093
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Special Needs Alliance
When a loved one has intellectual and developmental disabilities, building a foundation for their financial security and personal fulfillment can be complicated.
The Special Needs Alliance (SNA) is a nonprofit comprised of attorneys who have guided thousands of families through the process of planning for a loved one's long-term well-being. Many SNA members have children or siblings with disabilities, adding a personal perspective to their legal insights.
Visit their website for information on...
Getting Organized
Guardianship and Advance Directives
Special Needs Trust
Trustees
Letters of Intent
SNA is partnering with The Arc to collaborate on providing educational resources, building public awareness, and advocating for policies on behalf of people with I/DD and their families.
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Last Chance to Win a 65" 3DTV
- 4K Resolution
- Nano Full LED
- 4.1 ch sliding speaker
- Tru-Ultra HD
- 240 Hz refresh rate
Drawing will be held on November 7th at the Art in the Round. You do not need to be present to win. Tickets are $20 each. If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Seabolt at 410-296-2272 x 5210. | |
Purchase tickets |
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Community Workshops
Improving Child and Teen Development through Nutrition and Supplements
Session I: Maximizing nutrition and healthy food choices for children and teens on the autism spectrum.
Session II: Supplements (vitamins, minerals, herbs) for children and teens on the autism spectrum.
Presented by:
Lauren Mirkin, CS LDN LGPC
Se minars are free, but registration is required for each session at 443-330-5370 or website.
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Baltimore County Special Education Resource Center
Transition Planning for parents of students with IEPs receiving a Maryland High School Diploma.
Instructor: Joyce Serio, BCPS Transition Team Leader
November 13, 2014 7-9 p.m.
Building E, Room 114
Low to High Tech Supports for Struggling Readers and Writers
Participants will learn strategies used to address the challenges faced by struggling readers and writers in our classrooms with a range of low to high tech supports available within BCPS. Presented by: BCPS AT Team November 19, 2014 7-9 p.m. Building E, Room 114
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Hussman Center for Adults with Autism Fall 2014 Saturdays on the Spectrum
Meaningful Communication for Individuals with Autism: From Disability Rights to Current Effective Practices
Speaker: Fernanda T. Orsati,Ph.D. Associate Clinical Researcher, Hussman Institute for Autism, Ellicott City, MD
This presentation will be accessible for individuals with autism, family members, teachers and paraprofessionals, service providers, support people, and undergraduate and graduate students.
Saturday, November 15, 2014 10 a.m. - 12 noon Institute for Well-Being, One Olympic Place, Towson, MD 21204, Room 209
This event and parking for the event is FREE, but registration for each attendee is required.
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Support for Parents
Moms Understand (II) (New!)
Join us on the third Thursday of each month for moms of adult children with disabilities, who want to talk about issues that they face as their child grows older.
See our flyer for more information.
Please RSVP to Dianna Morgan.
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Moms of young children with developmental disabilities laugh, cry, share stories and hugs on the first Wednesday of the month.
Please RSVP to Dianna Morgan.
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Guy Talk
Meet with other dads to discuss the joys and challenges of having a child with a developmental disability on the fourth Thursday of the month.
Please RSVP to Dianna Morgan. |
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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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Enews Subscription
The Arc has three monthly enewsletters (Catalyst, Reaching Families, and Volunteers & Interns) and an Advocacy Network with as-needed alerts. Subscribe to one or all.
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