Next week is The Arc's Guardian Workshop...a great opportunity to learn from an experienced advocate on how to prepare for your family member (with disabilities) when he/she turns 18.

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Monica: 360-715-0170, ext. 303 or monicab@arcwhatcom.org.

Sincerely,
The Arc of Whatcom Team

GUARDIAN WORKSHOP

The Arc's Ask the Advocate: Guardian Workshop

6-8pm, Tuesday, March 18

The Arc's Dan Godwin Community Center

2602 McLeod Road

Join us for this workshop designed to expand your knowledge and get your questions answered by an experienced advocate. Topics will include: power of attorney, guardianship, special needs trusts and adult services.

Supervised care for family members is available if you RSVP by March 14: 715-0170 ext. 303, monicab@arcwhatcom.org.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS SWIMMING

Bellingham Independents
Arne Hanna Aquatic Center
1114 Potter Street

778-7665

Sundays 11am-1pm

Please bring swim gear, towel and a water bottle. You must provide our own assistant in the locker room if needed.
For eligibility information, visit: www.specialolympicswashington.org/sowa/athletes/become_an_athlete

DATES:

First Practice - March 16
March 23, 30
April 6, 13
NO Practice April 20 (Easter)
Regional Swim Meet: Saturday, April 26 Location TBA
May 4
NO Practice May 11 (Mother's Day)
May 18
NO Practice May 25 (Memorial Day Weekend)
State Swim Meet: Fort Lewis/Federal Way May/June 30, 1 & 2 (for those who qualify)

Questions ? Call/Text Dave 360-296-1537

Donations to help Bellingham Independents Special Olympics

Suggested $2.00 per practice. (Donations not necessary to participate.)

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