Gear Up to Rock The Arc

You've been asking for it, and we listened – branded gear is here! We are beyond thrilled to announce the launch of The Arc Montgomery County's limited-time merchandise pop-up online store! Starting TODAY, you can explore and shop our exclusive line of products, delivered right to your doorstep. From stylish t-shirts and cozy sweatshirts to trendy hats and more – there’s something perfect for everyone. But hurry the online store is only open through June 16. After that, these items will be gone for good! Don’t miss out!

Click Here to Shop!

Teen Digital Literacy Camp

Join us for a free digital literacy camp for young people ages 11-21 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This in-person camp runs the week of July 22 and will be led by Dr. Mary Jo Krile, PhD, an expert specializing in teaching digital literacy to young adults with IDD. Participants will learn about the risks and benefits of technology tools in a fun and safe environment.

Interested teens and families, please click here to fill out a brief survey.

We're Hiring!

Are you or someone you know looking for a career change? The Arc has openings and will host a job fair at our headquarters in Rockville on Monday, June 10 from 10 am–2 pm with onsite interviews. We are seeking dynamic, motivated, empathetic, and creative employees to support people with IDD. We have openings for Direct Support Professionals in all divisions. Save yourself some time in line on the day of the job fair by filling out an application online today!

Click here to review the openings and complete an application.

Winners Leading the Way!

The Arc Montgomery County was well represented at The Arc Maryland State Annual Convention and Awards Banquet. Clyde Agnew, Jr., Director of Human Resources & Staff Development, received the Legacy Award, and Niambi Heyward, Childcare Center Director, received the School Inclusion Award. Outstanding Employee of the Year–DSP, went to Marie Rosaline Mathai from Employment & Meaningful Day Services, and the Chapter Volunteer of the Year award was granted to SECU Maryland. Congratulations to the recipients for a job well done!

Renew Your Membership

Membership with The Arc Montgomery County is vital in standing alongside children, neighbors, friends, and colleagues as they strive for inclusion. Your membership not only benefits the community but also provides you with the following benefits:

Bi-annual printed newsletter
Monthly electronic newsletter
Voting rights at chapter annual elections
Voting rights at membership meetings
Membership in The Arc Maryland and The Arc of the United States

Follow this link to become a member or renew your membership today.

National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Read All About It

The Spring 2024 Newsletter is now available online.

Highlights in this issue:

Message from Daria Cervantes, CEO
SpArc Tank Innovation
Program Updates
Profiles of Exceptional Employees
and more

Click here to read the Spring Newsletter.

Community Safety Resources

Potomac Community Resources, Inc., will host a virtual Transition Times event on Wednesday, June 12 at 7 pm on Montgomery County Police Resources and Community Safety Tips. The presentation includes Montgomery County Police Department outreach/initiatives, wandering prevention, and other safety tips for people with IDD, their families, and caregivers. The free webinar will be led by Officer Laurie Reyes from the Montgomery County Police Autism/IDD, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Outreach Unit.

Click here to register.

STAND Together

This peer-led advocacy group meets virtually on the second Wednesday of each month, from 4–5 pm. Join your voice with others as various topics of interest to the group are covered such as learning to speak up for yourself, decision-making, expressing your ideas, and building a network of friends.

Follow this link for details.

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