Community Calendar
Central Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs.
DD Awareness Month Community Celebration
Join us for a celebration of Developmental Disability Awareness Month with disability organizations and service providers in the Spokane area. Light refreshments will be provided.
Disability Pop Up
Support for caregivers of children with disabilities and special health care needs.
Areas of focus:
DDA Benefits: Start or check the status of your application and get your questions answered
Resource navigation: Connect with services and supports that fit your family’s needs
Problem solving: Brainstorm with local community advocates
Language assistance: Language assistance is available (bring headphones compatible with your phone)
More info here.
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
Preparing for Life After High School at Lakeside High School
The Arc of Spokane’s Advocacy & Family Support is excited to announce a one-evening version of Preparing for Life After High School!
The Preparing for Life After High School program is designed to help parents navigate the sometimes-complex support system for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and create a richer life for their child. During this workshop, we will give you the tools to support your child in living a life filled with dignity, choice, and opportunity! Learn from a team of experts who will continue to be available for support and helpful resources through graduation and beyond. It’s never too early to start thinking about next steps, so parents of students 14 and up are encouraged to attend.
Topics Include:
Intro to person-centered planning
The importance of self-advocacy
Legislative issues relevant to people with IDD and their families
Supported decision making
Alternatives to guardianship
Understanding DDA and SSI
Parent/caregiver supports
Transition programs/Adulting 101
Supported employment
Healthy relationships
Separate activities for young adults and siblings will be provided - feel free to bring them along!
Registration for the event is required, as there is limited space. Dinner will be provided for all!
Rock the Runway
One night. Huge impact.
You're not going to want to miss seeing the confidence and joy that exudes from our clients as they hit the stage to Rock the Runway. Join us for an evening like none other with live and silent auctions, a one-of-a-kind fashion show featuring individuals with intellectual and development disabilities, and more!
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
Central Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs.
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
Central Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs.
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
Central Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs.
Spokane Velocity Game with Side by Side
In celebration of Developmental Disability Awareness Month, the Spokane Velocity is hosting a special DD Awareness Month game with Side by Side. Come and enjoy a soccer game and meet with some organizations in Spokane who serve people with DD. Discounted tickets are available!
Preparing for Life After High School
Parents, are you wondering about next steps for your child after graduation? The Arc of Spokane is here to help guide you through the transition and embrace the next exciting steps your student can take after high school!
During this workshop series, we will give you the tools to support your child in living a life filled with dignity, choice, and opportunity! Learn from a team of experts who will continue to be available for support and helpful resources through graduation and beyond. Perfect for parents of current high school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Achieve 301: Thursday, March 20, 5-8 p.m.
Transition programs/Adulting 101
Supported Employment
Healthy relationships
Parent to Parent supports
How to develop a person-centered plan
Bring your young adult! Fun activities and snacks will be provided for them in the Community Center. Relax, get ready to learn, and see what is possible for your young adult!
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
Advocacy Days
Topic: Workforce
How do we ensure there is a quality workforce available to care for our loved ones?
Preparing for Life After High School
Parents, are you wondering about next steps for your child after graduation? The Arc of Spokane is here to help guide you through the transition and embrace the next exciting steps your student can take after high school!
During this workshop series, we will give you the tools to support your child in living a life filled with dignity, choice, and opportunity! Learn from a team of experts who will continue to be available for support and helpful resources through graduation and beyond. Perfect for parents of current high school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Believe 201: Thursday March 13, 5-8 p.m.
Supported decision making
Alternatives to guardianship
How to apply for Social Security
Understanding Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)
Bring your young adult! Fun activities and snacks will be provided for them in the Community Center. Relax, get ready to learn, and see what is possible for your young adult!
Advocacy Days
Topic: Social Engagement
How do we create welcoming communities and prevent social isolation?
Facebook Live with the Spokane Regional Health District
Join Parent to Parent Coordinator Tami Leitz and the Spokane Regional Health District for a live Q & A on SRHD’s Facebook page.
Outsider Art at the Chase Gallery Opening Reception
Art is universal. This exhibition showcases artists with disabilities from the Pacific Northwest, celebrating their creativity while promoting inclusion and inspiring our community. Through their work, we bridge the disability divide, fostering a deeper understanding of art’s power to connect us all.
This exhibit is on display March 7-31.
Indaba Coffee Roasters x Fortunata Tattoo Studio DD Awareness Month Fundraiser
For Indaba Cares on Friday, March 7, 10% of sales from Indaba Coffee Roasters will go to The Arc of Spokane in celebration of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! This includes in-store and online sales.
Fortunata Tattoo Studio is also donating 10% of sales from their First Friday flash event on March 7 from noon-8 p.m. to The Arc of Spokane! Indaba is giving away a free coffee coupon for everyone who gets one of the flash designs during the event.
To see the flash tattoo designs and learn more visit Fortunata Tattoo Studio’s Instagram page.
Indaba Locations:
1425 W Broadway
Spokane, WA 99201
1315 W Summit Pkwy
Spokane, WA 99201
518 W Riverside Ave.
Spokane, WA 99201
2020 N Monroe St.
Spokane, WA 99205
Fortunata Tattoo Studio
121 W Pacific Ave Suite 400
Spokane, WA 99201
Preparing for Life After High School
Parents, are you wondering about next steps for your child after graduation? The Arc of Spokane is here to help guide you through the transition and embrace the next exciting steps your student can take after high school!
During this workshop series, we will give you the tools to support your child in living a life filled with dignity, choice, and opportunity! Learn from a team of experts who will continue to be available for support and helpful resources through graduation and beyond. Perfect for parents of current high school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Imagine 101: Thursday, March 6, 5-8 p.m.
Respect for people with disabilities
Intro to person-centered planning
The importance of self-advocacy
New legislation for the betterment of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families
Bring your young adult! Fun activities and snacks will be provided for them in the Community Center. Relax, get ready to learn, and see what is possible for your young adult!
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
Advocacy Days
Topic: Community Living
What are the community and housing supports needed to live successfully in the community?
Disability Pop-Up
In person support for caregivers of children with disabilities/special health needs
Assistance with:
Paper/application (DDA, etc.)
Navigating services
Problem solving
Language assistance available (bring headphones compatible with your phone)
Maple Street Bistro DD Awareness Month Fundraiser
Grab a coffee and a sandwich from Maple Street Bistro and support The Arc of Spokane! On Saturday, March 1, 10% of all shop sales go directly to The Arc of Spokane in celebration of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!
Advocacy Days
Topic: Education
What is needed to ensure every student has an inclusive education?
Central Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs.
TYAP Winter Socials: Music Night
$20
We will listen to music, or even create our own with the Community Center's collection of instruments. Feel free to bring your own instruments as well!
Valentine's Sweetheart Dance
Dress up in as much pink and purple you can find and get ready to kickstart your heart at The Arc Community Center's Valentine's Sweetheart dance! This dance will be facilitated by trained staff at The Arc, including the amazing DJ Justin!
Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Dressing up is optional but encouraged!
Community Center members attending the day program may stay past 3 pm to attend the event. Pre-registration is preferred so we know how many dancers to expect.
Tickets are $10 each.
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
Advocacy Days
Topic: Employment & Community Inclusion
How do we ensure that individuals have the adequate supports and individualized services needed to work and build relationships in the community?
TYAP Winter Socials: Craft Night
$20
Create some last minute Valentines cards or other crafts. Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring your own as well.
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
Advocacy Days
Topic: Supported Living
How can I get the support I need to live in my home?
Pizza and Valentines
Share the love with family and friends during a Valentine’s Day-themed pizza party at The Arc of Spokane! This event is free and party goers are invited to make and exchange hand-crafted valentines. This is not a drop off event, individuals with care need are asked to bring support. All ages welcome!
Questions? Email Tami Leitz at tleitz@arc-spokane.org.
Advocacy Days
Topic: Housing
How can I have a safe, affordable, inclusive place to live?
Central Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs.
North Spokane Parent Support Group
Open to all parents and caregivers of people with an intellectual or developmental disability or special healthcare needs as well as children. There are activities set up for kids to enjoy during the meeting.
Advocacy Days
Topic: Supporting Families
How can we ensure families have the support they need?