News and Events
Last Updated: May 1, 2008

Upcoming Events

Monthly Support Groups & Meetings
Click here for a list of local support groups and scheduled meetings . . .

Project Feed Spokane
March 21 through April 30
People with disabilities helping their communities through a community-wide food drive . . .

Parent Empowerment Workshop
April 14 through May 19, 2008
Providing resources and support, this workshop will help parents navigate the complex issues that come with raising a child with a developmental disability . . .  

IEP's That Work!
April 25, 2008 & May 30, 2008
A seminar presented by Christine R. Guzzardo and the Northwest Neurobehavioral Institute . . .

Spring Resource Fair
May 8, 2008
Sponsored by Spokane County Community Services, this fair will put you in touch with resources in the community to help your son or daughter transition from high school to adult life . . .

"Sexual Violence in the Lives of People with Disabilities"
May 22, 2008
An excellent training opportunity for parents, caregivers, teachers or any interested party in a position to prevent sexual abuse of people with developmental disabilities . . .  

Family Night Pot Luck
June 27, 2008
The Arc's Parent to Parent program helps families support each other through shared experiences--including a summer pot luck!  All are invited . . . 

Valued Lives Conference
September 24, 25 & 26 in Yakima, Washington
An annual conference for people with developmental disabilities and their families, advocates and supported living or other residential service providers . . .

News

You've Decided!
Nearly 100 people participated in The Arc's Advocasy Assembly on April 23, voting for what they believed to be the most important issue facing people with developmental disabilities in Spokane . . .

Are You Prepared for a Emergency? 
Learn how city, county and local non-profit agencies are combining their expertise to create an emergency preparedness plan for people in Spokane with specific needs . . .

Let's Go Camping!
Click here to download a 2008 Summer Camp Directory . . .  

Caregivers Growing Old
A Seattle Times article about aging parents struggling to care for their son with Down's Syndrome . . .

Runners Brave Snow at 2008 Community Fun Run
In spite of colder than expected weather, about 40 dedicated, walkers, spectators and friends gathered to celebrate an inclusive community at our Community Fun Run . . .

Safety Rally Draws Hundreds
Click here for local news footage of The Partnership's 2008 Safety Rally at the STA Plaza . . .

The Arc Remembers Kelli Mischel
The Arc of Spokane joins familiy and friends in celebrating the life of our long-time friend . . .  

Community Award Winners Announced and a New Board Elected
Seven people from the community received awards for their work for people with developmental disabilities in Spokane at The Arc of Spokane's 2008 Annual Meeting . . .  

Parents: Take a Survey!
An Australian researcher needs parents' input about the experience of raising a child with a disability. His on-line survey will help researchers learn more about how parents cope and how they flourish and grow as well. Click the link above to learn more . . .

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The ArcLite
Published quarterly, The Arc of Spokane's ArcLite features articles about the issues and challenges surrounding people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Messages from our executive director and board president also keep readers in touch with our mission in the community. Click the icon to download the most recent ArcLite now.

The Advocacy & Family Support Newsletter
Published bi-monthly, the Advocacy & Family Support newsletter provides informative articles for parents, individuals and families, and up to date information about advocacy initiatives organized by The Arc of Spokane and the Spokane County Parent Coalition. Get the latest about upcoming events, workshops, classes and programs by clicking the icon.