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National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Summer Lovin' 
What's your summer been like?  At The Arc Montgomery County, it's been about celebrating, making new friends, dancing, and yes, working too.  Photos from the 65th Anniversary Kick-off event which included our annual Membership Meeting, the Community, Volunteer & Employee Awards, and picnic celebration can be viewed on our website. 

It's Membership Time!

Have you renewed or started your membership with The Arc Montgomery County?  Annual membership for 2023-2024 began on July 1, 2023, and ends on June 30, 2024.
Renewing your membership for $50/year ($25 for people supported) provides benefits like receiving bi-annual and monthly newsletters, gaining insights through our annual report, and having voting rights at our annual elections and membership meetings. 
Be part of our mission for inclusion and employment.  Join us by clicking below to become a member! 
National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Social Media Safety Series 

You don't want to miss the last of the series on August 9 & 16.  What do you need to know to be more secure when connecting through social media?  Learn new strategies, be more aware, and stay safe!
August 9—Identifying and Addressing Online Dangers Click here to register
August 16—Safely Connecting with Others Online: Red and Green Flags for Online Trust
Click here to register
Didn't make it to the first few sessions?  Watch them now on our YouTube channel!

Pre-K 3 Openings at KFICCC!

Our family-centered, fully inclusive childcare center has openings in the Pre-K 3 class.  Watch your child thrive as they explore, learn, play, and grow.  Class begins on August 28 and your child must be 3 years old by September 1st.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families.  Families that are at 300% or below the poverty level, have a child with an identified disability or medical condition, or speak a language other than English at home may qualify for free tuition.   
For more information, how to register, and to answer questions, please contact Doreen Engel or 301.984.5777 x3353, or Sherry Ruiz, 301.984.5777 x3351.

STAND Together on August 9

Make the most of your summer by meeting with other people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Montgomery County.  This group of self-advocates meets monthly for an hour on Zoom to discuss topics that impact people with IDD.  Join the conversation, meet new friends, help find new solutions, help one another, and stand together!
Register Here

Adaptive Paddling Program

Row, row, row your boat with Montgomery Parks in their new adaptive paddling program.  In partnership with Team River Runner, this inclusive program is for people with disabilities, their families, and their friends.  Trained staff and volunteers are on hand to make this experience accessible and enjoyable. 
Click here for details on registration, dates, times, and locations. 
Urban Thrift open daily 11 am to 6 pm
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