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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Three Evenings of Friendship: Video Screening Series - Night Two
DESCRIPTION:Friendships matter\, bringing joy and comfort during good times and bad! These short\, friendship stories each tell the story of a pair of friends–one with and one without a disability. They highlight the simple beauty and possibility of friendship. Join Pathways to Friendship over three Tuesday evenings to watch these uplifting videos and virtually meet the friends after each screening. \nRecreation and Connection\nTuesday\, October 7 @ 7:00PM \n\n\n\nMark and Jack: From Fans to Friends\nChris and Tyler: Cheers to Friendship\n\nJordan and Laura: Actors and Friends\n\n\n\n\nFriends from the Start\nTuesday\, December 2 @ 7:00PM \n\n\n\nJonathan and Joy: Friends Reconnected\n\nAustin and Alex: Charting a Course to Friendship\n\nThird friendship pairing to be confirmed!\n\n\n\nFriendship Has No Age Limits\nTuesday\, February 3 @ 7:00PM \n\n\n\nWarren and Velvet: Like Peanut Butter and Jelly\nSeth and Evan: A Friendship Match Made in Heaven\nThird friendship pairing to be confirmed!\n\n\n\nRegister for these screenings here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-three-evenings-of-friendship-video-screening-series-night-two/
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] The Power of Constituent Services and State & Federal Updates
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what type of support your legislator’s offices can provide? Join The Arc of Massachusetts Government Affairs team for an upcoming webinar on constituent services on December 9 at noon. \nThis session will focus on equipping self-advocates\, families\, and professionals with the essential knowledge and tools to effectively utilize constituent services provided by congressional and state legislative offices. The discussion will provide an overview of what constituent services entail\, including how these offices can intervene with state agencies like the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) or federal agencies like Social Security and Medicaid. \nWe will also share real-time updates on key policy challenges impacting access to necessary supports for the intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) community. \n\n\nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-the-power-of-constituent-services-and-state-federal-updates/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T120000
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Strong For A Purpose: Building Independence\, Confidence\, and Connection for Neurodivergent People
DESCRIPTION:What does it really take for neurodivergent people to live fuller\, more independent\, more connected lives? It’s not one program. It’s not one skill\, it’s a circle: strength\, purpose\, and community reinforcing one another. \nWhen fitness builds strength for daily living and readiness for work\, and recreation builds confidence and social engagement\, we can expand access to new opportunities. In this webinar\, you’ll hear real examples and stories\, along with insights into what’s possible and the approaches that lead to meaningful results. \nJoin The Arc of Massachusetts for a powerful\, practical conversation with three organizations working at the front lines of supporting neurodivergent adolescents\, teenagers\, and adults. \nPresenters: \n\nGregory Eustis\, Job Developer\, Lifeworks\nDan Minnich\, Executive Director & Co-Founder\, Waypoint Adventure\nGreg Austin\, President & Co-Founder\, Inclusive Fitness\n\nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-strong-for-a-purpose-building-independence-confidence-and-connection-for-neurodivergent-people/
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] The Arc’s Housing Series: Innovative Housing for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting webinar and discover new approaches to housing for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism. The third in The Arc’s Housing Series\, this webinar explores forward-looking\, real-life examples of new housing options. \nAnne-Marie Bajwa\, President and CEO of the Charles River Center; Marynell Henry\, Executive Director of SAIL Home; and Dotty Foley\, Co-Founder of Branching Tree will share their experiences and different housing models for supporting people across a range of abilities and needs while promoting independence\, inclusion\, and community connection. \nPlease note: Innovative housing for persons with high medical and/or clinical needs will be the focus of a webinar offered in the New Year. Exact date to be determined\, so stay tuned! \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-the-arcs-housing-series-innovative-housing-for-people-with-disabilities/
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