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The Arc of Palm Beach County is pleased to provide notices about happenings and activities for informational purposes. Our goal is to provide children and adults with special needs information regarding resources to enhance life at home, play and work. Unless otherwise noted, forwarded information does not mean we are the sponsors.
The Arc of Palm Beach County is not responsible for the accuracy or legitimacy linked to or from a forwarded message.
Survey for Parents of Children with Down Syndrome
Parents of children with Down Syndrome who are under the age of 18 are invited to take this online survey created by the
University of South Florida to assist in future research. The link will lead you to both Spanish and English sites.
Contact Jennifer Marshall at jmarshall@health.usf.edu for more information.
Thank you for contribution for a brighter future!
Survey Invitation
Florida Unites is launching an aggressive campaign to get people who are interested in disability issues to vote. Please fill out this survey regarding your status as a voter. It is a one question, multiple choice survey.
If you are not yet registered to vote, please register.
Voters Application Form-
http://election.dos.state.fl.us/voter-registration/voter-reg.shtml
People with disabilities can and do VOTE. Their votes COUNT. Their caregivers, family members, and advocates vote too. Florida elections are often close. Your vote can turn the tide.
Your vote tells elected officials what you think about how they
are running the government. It tells your elected officials that
you approve or disapprove of their actions. It tells your elected officials that you are paying attention. Vote for people who care about and fund the programs that keep you healthy and safe.
Not everyone who should have a voice at the polls has been able to have their voice heard. The disability community can be a powerful voice for change. Vote.
Voters Application Form-
http://election.dos.state.fl.us/voter-registration/voter-reg.shtml
*** Be advised that there are new laws for anyone who collects voter registration applications. Not following these laws may result in fines. ***
http://election.dos.state.fl.us/voter-registration/third-party.shtml
General Self-Help Resource Guide Available
to assist students with disabilities who are not in special education but are eligible to receive reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids and services . CLICK HERE for more information.
New Way to Find Accessible Inclusive Recreation Announced
The Florida Disabled Outdoors Association (FDOA) is excited to announce a free Recreation Resource Referral Network. The Resource Referral Network allows people to search for accessible inclusive programs and services, products, destinations, and events throughout the state of Florida. This tool can be used to learn about recreation that will help people to be healthier, meet other people, network, have fun and simply have a better quality of life. The Recreation Resource Referral Network is online at www.fdoa.org/rrd. For more information on the Recreation Resource Referral Network, please contact Laurie LoRe-Gussak at the Florida Disabled Outdoors Association at (850) 201-2944, ext. 1 or LGussak@fdoa.org or visit the Florida Disabled Outdoors Association at www.fdoa.org/.
Join the Party at our Zumbathon!
Help Raise Money for The Arc's Potentials Charter School
Saturday, May 19, 2012 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Worth First Church of the Nazarene, 1401 2nd Avenue N, Lake Worth, FL
More information on the Flyer attached. contact arczumba@yahoo.com or 561-866-9835.
Monthly Sensory Rebound at Bounce-U
First Tuesday of the Month, 4:00pm - 5:30pm, $8 + tax per child.
Call to reserve a spot and don't forget your socks!
Visit www.bounceu.com for more details.
Breakaway - A Lift Family Camp Experience
Lift Disability Network is the place where the disability community comes together....an intersection where faith and society converge....where families gather....organizations team up.....leaders are developed.... and Life is elevated. Tuesday, July 10, 2012 - Saturday, July 14, 2012 m
For More Information, check out the website www.liftdisability.net
Rock & Roll World Record Dance
Sunday, September 2, 2012 2:00pm - 4:30pm CityPlace, West Palm Beach, FL
Register for this FREE event at http://rockandrollworldrecorddance.eventbrite.com/
Other Decision-making Alternatives
Scheduled for Gainesville, Tampa and Fort Lauderdale
The workshop is a collaborative effort by the Advocacy Center, the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, Big Bend Office of the Public Guardian and the Statewide Office of the Public Guardian. It is grant funded by the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council. http://www.guardianshiptraining.com/2011-FamilyRegistration.cfm
Fit & Fun Sports Program
Adolph and Rose Levis Jewish Community Center Special Needs Programs for Fall 2011 & Spring 2012
Contact: Marianne Jacobs, 561-852-3256, mariannej@levisjcc.org
Strength Training, Gain Flexibility & Agility, Improve Condition, Enhance Social Skills,
Improve Endurance, and Build Sef-Esteem
Click Here for more information and Registraton Form
PBC Health Department reminds you to Check Immunization Records
for 2011-2012 School Year
Over the next several months the Palm Beach County Health Department will be conducting immunization outreaches to help parents and children get vaccinated and their records up to date. In addition to immunizations being offered at the Health Centers throughout the county, Click Here to find outreach locations in the month of June.
There is no charge for children’s immunizations through 18 years old.
Information can be obtained by calling 800-810-1225 or on the web at www.pbchd.com
Autism Society in cosponsorship with SPEC -
Free Parent Support Group
Support for Parents of Exceptional Children
First Tuesday of the Month at 7:00pm
Discussion could involve parenting techniques, education, biomedical research, therapies or anything in between.
The group provides an opportunity for:
• Sharing common feelings and experiences with others facing the same challenges
• Getting informed about local resources in the community
• Developing a social support network
Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center, 100 Sweet Bay Lane, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Group Facilitator: Erika Cohane, LCSW, (954)608-9327 or ASABroward/Palm Beach (954) 577-4141
The mission of the Autism Society is to provide the community with the education, support and resources to benefit individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families.
Day Program
Connect and find a Day Program for those with disabilties. Contact: Rob Rucco 561-866-9750
Click Here for more information
YAD Hebrew School - Sunday Mornings 9:30am - 12:00pm
Friedman Commission for Jewish Education, 3267 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL
Click Here for more information
Levis JCC 2011-2012 Otzar Sunday School in Boca Raton, FL
9801 Donna Klein Boulevard, Boca Raton, FL 33428,
Contact: Marianne Jacobs, mariannej@levisjcc.org, 561-852-3256
Fall Program begins early September on Sundays, 9:00am - 11:00am
Autism Grandparent Support Group - Free
Fourth Wednesday of the Month at 7:15pm
Temple Beth Zion, 129 Sparrow Drive, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
For additional information call: Laura Germaine (954) 531-8743, Randi Solomon (561)541-6951
or ASABroward/Palm Beach (954)577-4141.
Come join the group for support and to share any questions or concerns that you may have regarding your loved one. Discussion could involve parenting/ Grandparenting techniques, education, biomedical research, therapies, how to support your child who has a child with Autism or anything in between. The group provides an opportunity for: • A non denominational atmosphere. • Sharing common feelings and experiences with others facing the same challenges • Getting informed about local resources in the community • Developing a social support network
The mission of the Autism Society is to provide the community with the education, support and resources to benefit individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families.
Jewish Community Services
JCS Professional Support Services
Bereavement, Special Needs Children and Substance Abuse Recovery: Click Here for more information
JAFCO Caregiver Support Group - for Boca Raton: Click Here for more information
JAFCO Caregiver Support Group - for Broward County: Click Here for more information
FREE Antibiotics at Publix
Click Here for more information (Page 1 is in English, Page 2 is in Spanish)
Familias Hispanas Unidas
Hispanic Family Support Group of Children with Autism
Fourth Monday of the Month from 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Greenacres Library, 3750 Jog Road, Greenacres, FL
The goal is to inform and educate Spanish speaking families of children with autism, give support and the opportunity to share their stories with others.
For additional information call: Liliana Pagan (561) 574-1097 or email familiashispanasunidas@gmail.com
Click Here for more information.
PROMability 2013
Submit your original essay, poem, video or even a song that answers questions that responds to the contest subject.
Contest Subject to be announced October 1, 2012.
Visit www.promability.com for more information.
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