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.)
2017 Income Tax Guide is Now Available
The 2017 Income Tax Guide, prepared by Thomas F. Kendziorski, Attorney at Law & Executive Director of The Arc of Oakland County, is now available. It is an excellent resource for individuals or families who have disability-related earnings or expenses. The 2017 Income Tax Guide
MiABLE – Information you can use to SAVE $
The mission of the MiABLE directors is to encourage and assist the saving of private funds to help persons with disabilities cover costs that support their health, independence and quality of life. www.miable.org Customer services representatives are available to provide enrollment support as well as navigation guidance for beneficiaries and donors.
January 2017 – Calendar of Events
January 12 - After I'm Gone Series. Topic: "Financial Planning and Advanced Funeral Planning". Speaker Elinor Ho will discuss financial planning and ways to provide for your loved one while preserving government benefits. Speaker Tony Arini will discuss the importance of pre-planning your loved one's funeral arrangements including protecting your assets, Medicaid spenddowns, and using [...]