Hotshots & Lightning! Very, Very Exciting!
The Arc NW Athletic Program Basketball Teams, the Hotshots and Lightnings, are going to the State Special Olympic Tournament! Click here to see the video! Use the password : 3333
Michigan Marks 30th Anniversary of Developmental Disabilities Month
LANSING – To promote greater awareness and inclusion of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Gov. Rick Snyder has proclaimed March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Michigan. Statewide, 180,000 adults and children have a developmental disability.
The Arc NW – Who We Are & What We Do
We welcome you to watch & listen as members of The Arc NW share their stories and tell you about some of the programs and services offered here at The Arc NW. The Arc NW is primarily an Advocacy organization, however. Our strength and purpose is found in our membership and we lead and inspire [...]
MARCH 2017 – “Inside The Arc”
The March 2017 issue of The Arc NW Newsletter is here!
March 2017 Calendar of Events
March 6 - Focus Group on the SIS (Supports Intensity Scale). Are you interested in providing feedback? At Community Living Services, Inc. 35425 Michigan Ave., W., Wayne, MI. Two Sessions: 8:30- 10:00am - Case Managers, Supports Coordinators, Peer Mentors. 10:30 - Noon - Persons Receiving Services, Family Members. To Register, or if you have questions, [...]
Gov. Snyder’s Proposed Health Budget
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder is proposing a 2.8 percent increase in the state's fiscal 2018 health and human services budget, but no additional funding for mental health integration pilot projects or potential cutbacks in federal Medicaid funding. Read the full article in CRAIN'S Detroit Business
Empowering Parents
Click on the link below for information and tips on navigating the IEP process. Empowering Parents as Partners- Advocacy and the IEP Process 2017
Leaders in Policy Advocacy – Flint
Eligible applicants for these trainings are adults with DD and parents of minor (under age 18) children with DD. More information and application forms are available at: www.arcmi.org/projects/leaders-policy-advocacy
February 2017 Calendar of Events
February 9 - After I'm Gone Program. Topic: "How to Get What You Want Out of Life". Speakers Michelle Driscoll and Christy Courtney will discuss how to use Person Centered Planning and Self-Determination to live the life you want to live in the community. February 10 - Just Fun Club - JFC - Valentine Dance, [...]
Shop for Valentine’s Day Gifts and Support The Arc NW
Shopping for Valentine's Day gifts at smile.amazon.com can increase donations for The Arc of Northwest Wayne County. Amazon has a large variety of gifts that are perfect for Valentine's Day including electronics, jewelry, clothing, and more. (Hint, Hint.)