YOUR VOICE IS NEEDED
Due to COVID 19, devastating cuts have been proposed. These cuts will decimate services for people with disabilities. To address the budget short fall legislators will convene a special session
This is the time when your legislators need to hear from you. Virtual Advocacy Days will be held Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Starting July 2nd 2020.
Each week will have different Guest Legislators. Family members and Self-advocates will have a chance to talk and ask questions
Join by Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89083668225
Or watch live on The Arc of Washington State Facebook Page
Schedule
July 9th: Senator Karen Keiser (33rd LD) & Representative Gina Mosbrucker (14th LD)
July 16th: Senator Mark Schoesler (9th LD)
July 23rd: Senator Christine Rolfes (23rd LD) & Senator Andy Billig (3rd LD)
July 30th: Senator David Frockt (46th LD) & Representative Tana Senn (41st)
August 6th: Senator Sharon Brown (8th LD) & Senator John Braun (20th LD)
Due to COVID 19, devastating cuts have been proposed. These cuts will decimate services for people with disabilities. To address the budget short fall legislators will convene a special session
This is the time when your legislators need to hear from you. Virtual Advocacy Days will be held Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Starting July 2nd 2020.
Each week will have different Guest Legislators. Family members and Self-advocates will have a chance to talk and ask questions
Join by Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89083668225
Or watch live on The Arc of Washington State Facebook Page
Schedule
July 9th: Senator Karen Keiser (33rd LD) & Representative Gina Mosbrucker (14th LD)
July 16th: Senator Mark Schoesler (9th LD)
July 23rd: Senator Christine Rolfes (23rd LD) & Senator Andy Billig (3rd LD)
July 30th: Senator David Frockt (46th LD) & Representative Tana Senn (41st)
August 6th: Senator Sharon Brown (8th LD) & Senator John Braun (20th LD)
State Representatives Mari Leavitt and Christine Kilduff.
2020 Town-Hall Meetings:
We are officially done with the 2020 legislative session. Your legislator will be having a town hall soon to give you updates on what happened during this year's legislative session. These meetings are normally held in person, However due to COVID 19 precautions the town hall could be held in a virtual format like a Telephone Town Hall. If you would like to attend the one in your area click on the house and type your address to get connected to your local legislators.
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YOU COUNT!
2020 Census Pierce County gets funds to support the programs in it's community by making sure people with disabilities and their families are counted. Make sure you get counted! You can do it online, by phone, or by mail Click Here For Language Assistance in the 2020 Census. |
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Virtual Online Weekly meetings
Monday Night Coffee or Tea with P2P
Mondays at 7 pm
Put the kids to bed and come join us for a virtual beverage of your choice with other parents who get it. This group is about sharing resources and just having a safe place to talk about whatever is on your mind.
Pre-Register here.
This meeting supports parents and caregivers of children with special needs or health care needs.
Mondays at 7 pm
Put the kids to bed and come join us for a virtual beverage of your choice with other parents who get it. This group is about sharing resources and just having a safe place to talk about whatever is on your mind.
Pre-Register here.
This meeting supports parents and caregivers of children with special needs or health care needs.
FRIENDSHIP CLUB
3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH, 10:30 A.M.
Join PC2 for monthly activities.
CALL for the current schedule 253.564.0707.
3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH, 10:30 A.M.
Join PC2 for monthly activities.
CALL for the current schedule 253.564.0707.
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Best Buddies Virtual Hang-In
Tuesdays 6 to 7:30PM Physical distance doesn’t mean we can’t stay connected! We look forward to “hanging in” with you by video/conference call, and using this time to connect, build friendship, and stay connected! For people of all abilities and ages. By Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/803609099?pwd=bEhlRThUNmtBSWlvY0FvYnhuaGdLUT09 Meeting ID: 803 609 099 Password: 035694. |
Emerging Leaders
Every Wednesday 1:00 to 2:00 PM
Learn advocacy skills with other self-advocates who want to stay connected and learn about advocacy topics
Follow the link below to join the Zoom meeting!
https://disabilityrightswa.zoom.us/j/801178233
Or, to dial in from your phone
+14086380968, passcode 801178233#
For questions or help with joining the meeting contact Tim McCue at Tim@ddombuds.org or 833-727-8900 ext. 118
Every Wednesday 1:00 to 2:00 PM
Learn advocacy skills with other self-advocates who want to stay connected and learn about advocacy topics
Follow the link below to join the Zoom meeting!
https://disabilityrightswa.zoom.us/j/801178233
Or, to dial in from your phone
+14086380968, passcode 801178233#
For questions or help with joining the meeting contact Tim McCue at Tim@ddombuds.org or 833-727-8900 ext. 118
PAVE 253 Parents Special Education Connection
Thursdays 8 to 9PM
Put the kids to bed and join us for a virtual beverage of your choice with other parents who get it. This group is about emotional support, laughter, sharing resources and just having a safe place to talk about whatever is on your mind.
Click Here to Register to receive the Zoom link and password.
Thursdays 8 to 9PM
Put the kids to bed and join us for a virtual beverage of your choice with other parents who get it. This group is about emotional support, laughter, sharing resources and just having a safe place to talk about whatever is on your mind.
Click Here to Register to receive the Zoom link and password.
Sharing Down Syndrome Pierce County - Mom's Night In
2nd Friday of each month 7pm
Grab your dinner, a drink, & your phone or tablet or computer and join us online for social time together!
This meeting is open to anyone caring for a child with a disability or chronic health care need – although this meeting is geared largely toward families supporting someone with Down Syndrome.
Register Here
2nd Friday of each month 7pm
Grab your dinner, a drink, & your phone or tablet or computer and join us online for social time together!
This meeting is open to anyone caring for a child with a disability or chronic health care need – although this meeting is geared largely toward families supporting someone with Down Syndrome.
Register Here
KAYLA'S CREATIVE CONNECTION "ART FRIDAY"
The last Friday of the month 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon.
An in-depth opportunity to create art and to learn about different artists & their styles. Bring your open mind, enthusiasm, & creative energy!
All supplies are provided.
Please call 253.564.0707 to register
The last Friday of the month 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon.
An in-depth opportunity to create art and to learn about different artists & their styles. Bring your open mind, enthusiasm, & creative energy!
All supplies are provided.
Please call 253.564.0707 to register