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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Why the State Budget Matters and How You Can Help: Part Two
DESCRIPTION:The state budget isn’t just a list of numbers; it’s a reflection of our Commonwealth’s priorities and it funds the services that support the IDD and autism communities. This year\, the stakes are higher than ever\, as the budget is where we will see the impacts of federal cuts and changes most acutely. \nJoin The Arc of Massachusetts for a two-part webinar series to go behind the scenes of the budget process and learn how to make your voice heard. \nPart 1: Demystifying the State Budget | Thursday\, January 15 at noon:\nUnderstand the budget and the process. We’ll walk through the timeline\, key line items\, and show you where advocate intervention makes the biggest difference. \nPart 2: The Governor’s Proposal & Next Steps | Monday\, February 2 at noon:\nShortly after the Governor releases her budget\, we’ll break down what it means for you. We will share our top priorities and give you a clear roadmap for advocacy in the months ahead. \nRegister for this two-part webinar series here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-why-the-state-budget-matters-and-how-you-can-help-part-two/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Events,Webinars
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Three Evenings of Friendship: Video Screening Series - Night Three
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-three/
CATEGORIES:Pathways to Friendship,Webinars
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SUMMARY:[Pathways to Friendship] Keys to a Life Well Lived Virtual Book Club: Night One
DESCRIPTION:Join Pathways to Friendship for a monthly virtual book club to explore the important ideas explained in the book Everyday Citizenship: Seven Keys to a Life Well Lived by Simon Duffy and Wendy Perez. \nCitizenship means living a full\, meaningful life. A citizen is someone who is an equal member of their community and is respected for their contributions. It’s not about paperwork or passports. It’s about full inclusion\, rights\, and dignity. \nJoin us for any or all* of these discussions leading up to our June 11\, 2026 Forum with keynote Simon Duffy. \nYou do not need the book take part in these discussions! Everyone is welcome – we hope you’ll join us! \n*If you join us for all of the discussions\, you’ll get discounted entry to the June 11 Forum. \nMore Information and Registration Here. \n\nSchedule\nWednesday\, February 11 7:00 – 8:00PM \n\n\nWhat is ‘citizenship’? Citizenship means living a meaningful life. It’s about full inclusion\, rights\, and dignity \n\n\nKeys we’ll explore: \n\n\nFinding Meaning and Purpose – What is important to you? \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 11 7:00 – 8:00PM \n\n\nKeys we’ll explore: \n\n\nFreedom – controlling your own life \n\n\nMoney – having enough money to live with security and dignity \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, April 8 7:00 – 8:00PM \n\n\nKeys we’ll explore: \n\n\nHelp – asking for help and helping others \n\n\nHome – a space of your own \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 13 7:00 – 8:00PM \n\n\nKeys we’ll explore: \n\n\nCommunity – take part in your community \n\n\nLove – romantic relationships and friendships \n\n\n\n\nPlease let us know if you need any accommodations by emailing goodman@arcmass.org. We will have Closed Captioning. Please note: two weeks notice is necessary if an ASL interpreter is needed. \nMore Information and Registration Here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/pathways-to-friendship-keys-to-a-life-well-lived-virtual-book-club-night-one/
CATEGORIES:Pathways to Friendship,Webinars
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Tools to Support Your Child’s Transition Journey
DESCRIPTION:The best way to prepare for your child’s transition to adult services is to begin early (even before age 14). Join us as we learn how Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) tools offer a person-centered approach to start planning for transition. \nFrom first developing a vision\, to the many steps that follow\, CtLC provides a framework for exploring your child’s interests\, organizing resources\, and planning for a good life. This webinar will highlight the Split Integrated Support Star\, which notes past successes and challenges while envisioning future goals and identifying the supports needed to make them real. \nThe webinar will be presented by Maryann Welch\, a certified CtLC Ambassador and parent to a teen receiving services from the Department of Developmental Services. Maryann is also Director of the Northeast Family Leadership Program and an Amesbury City Councilor. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-tools-to-support-your-childs-transition-journey/
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