Ask The Arc – Know Your Educational Rights (Webinar)Families can sometimes feel frustrated because they want their children with disabilities to get a quality education, but they are not sure how to make that happen. In this webinar, we will talk about how to determine what your child needs and wants in an education. We will talk about effective ways to communicate with…
Waiver Sign Up Night The Arc Advocacy Network will explain Medicaid Waivers and answer questions about waivers. We will have Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services (BDDS) waiver applications available and help families fill out […] The post Waiver Sign Up Night first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Self-Advocates of Indiana Annual Picnic Mark your calendars! Self-Advocates of Indiana Annual Picnic! September 23, 2022 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. EST Hummel Park, Charleston Pavillion Plainfield, IN The post Self-Advocates of Indiana Annual Picnic first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.Southside Disability Fair The Arc Advocacy Network will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training Institute, and a variety of other topics available for families and self-advocates. For more information email: info@connections-in.com The post Southside Disability Fair first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Planning for the Future Using the LifeCourse Framework Life is full of transitions. Starting school, switching buildings, preparing for adulthood, entering the workforce, living independently, having relationships, and eventually retiring…life is always changing. It can be overwhelming to […] The post Planning for the Future Using the LifeCourse Framework first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Ask The Arc – Planning a Good Life by Charting the LifeCourse While we can’t plan for everything, making a plan, including Charting the LifeCourse, will better prepare you to achieve your vision of a good life. Join us to discuss how to make plans for the future and how to adjust those plans as life experiences and desire change. The post Ask The Arc – Planning…
Indianapolis Buddy Walk Buddy Walk ® is the largest fundraising and advocacy event for Down Syndrome Indiana where individuals come together to celebrate Down syndrome! Families, friends, schoolmates, co-workers, and community partners are […] The post Indianapolis Buddy Walk first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Columbus Buddy Walk Each year in celebration in celebration of National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, communities all across the country participate in Buddy Walks to raise awareness of this common genetic condition. The […] The post Columbus Buddy Walk first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Beyond Guardianship: Transitioning to SDM and Self-Determination The Arc Advocacy Network will discuss guardianship, alternatives to guardianship, and Supported Decision Making to help families understand their options in this area. Supported Decision Making is a concept and tool […] The post Beyond Guardianship: Transitioning to SDM and Self-Determination first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Know the Facts and Know Your Options Surrounding Guardianship and Alternatives Hosted by Meaningful Day Services, The Arc Advocacy Network will discuss guardianship, alternatives to guardianship, and Supported Decision Making to help families understand their options in this area. Supported Decision […] The post Know the Facts and Know Your Options Surrounding Guardianship and Alternatives first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Navigating the SSI Process The Arc Advocacy Network will explain Social Security disability programs, the process Social Security uses to make a disability determination, and steps families can take to make this process easier. […] The post Navigating the SSI Process first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Bartholomew County Transition Fair The Arc Advocacy Network will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training Institute, and a variety of other topics […] The post Bartholomew County Transition Fair first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Special Olympics State Conference The Arc Advocacy Network will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training Institute, and a variety of other topics available for families and self-advocates. Registration information forthcoming. The post Special Olympics State Conference first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Inspiring Abilities Expo, Fall 2022 The Arc Advocacy Network will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training Institute, and a variety of other topics available for families and self-advocates. The post Inspiring Abilities Expo, Fall 2022 first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Hamilton County Disability Resource Fair Hosted by White River Christian Church, Achieve Community Connections, Connections Case Management, and The Columbus Organization, The Arc Advocacy Network will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship […] The post Hamilton County Disability Resource Fair first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Impact Awards Celebration You are invited to nominate outstanding individuals, organizations, and businesses for awards to be presented at The Arc of Indiana and Self-Advocates of Indiana virtual Impact Awards celebration, as part of our virtual conference, on November 30, 2022. The post Impact Awards Celebration first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Autism Acceptance Walk
When: September 11, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Price: FREE
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds
Join us on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at the Autism Acceptance Walk This year’s event is being held at the Allen County Fairgrounds 2726 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46748 from noon-4pm. The event is FREE to attend as well as FREE PARKING. It is the largest autism event in northern Indiana with an afternoon of activities and resources for the whole family, including:
- food trucks
- indoor vendor fair
- crafts
- games
- music play
- pony rides
- sensory exploration
- cosplay- princess and superheroes
- local team mascots
- touch a truck – including first responder vehicles
- petting zoo from Scheumann Farms
This year’s unity walk will start at 3pm
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Indiana Family to Family Special Needs Expo
When: September 29, 2022
This event will consist of various speakers throughout the day, starting at 9 am. We will cover topics including but not limited to: Advocating for your Child in Child Care, Planning for the Future, Creating Financial Security, Special Education 101, Mental Health, Empowering Families After the Diagnosis of Developmental Delay or Autism, and more!
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Make It – Take It (MITI)
When: Thursdays from 3 – 5:00 pm
Where: Online
Register Here: https://handsinautism.iupui.edu/services/workshops/miti/
This workshop series is designed to educate participants about evidence-based strategies, learn how to use these strategies with individuals with ASD across settings, as well as to discuss and plan various materials tailored for the individual(s) you know.
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Sensory Friendly at Sky Zone
When: First Sunday of the Month
Where: Sky Zone Fort Wayne – 401 Fernhill Ave Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Buy Tickets Here: https://skyzonefortwayne.centeredgeonline.com/areas/areas
Enjoy the freedom of jumping. Sensory Friendly hours provide a quieter, more relaxed jumping experience. Just a chance to jump and smile! Sky Zone will turn off the music & dial down the distractions for the comfort of our extra special jumpers. We welcome children & adults with special needs and their siblings, family & friends to enjoy the park just like every other jumper.
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