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The Arc of Washington State
Registrace 16. 09. 2010
The Arc of Washington State - Advocates for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Celebration of Diana Stadden's Work: We Love You!
Diana Stadden has worked at The Arc of Washington for over 16 years. She is retiring in April to spend more time with her grandchildren and family. Diana has been an amazing advocate through the years, making true change for individuals with I/DD. She is known for her phenomenal “Notebook” which provided invaluable information to advocates. She is the lady who has made Advocacy Day happen without a hitch. She is beloved and will be truly missed.
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Video
"What You Can Do Now"?
zhlédnutí 65Před 6 měsíci
Summary: The end of the legislative session is coming quickly, and we ask you to keep the needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families in mind when you are making decisions. People with I/DD and their families need support across their lifespans. From peer support when they have a new diagnosis, access to Early Supports for Infants and Toddlers, respite so caregivers can s...
DD Advocacy Day February 21, 2024
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Topic: Why are so Many People in Crisis? Summary: Our systems are not designed to accommodate the needs of people with I/DD, particularly those with unique physical needs or who experience challenges in expressing their needs. There are very few providers who have experience and training to support the needs of this population. When we don’t design and resource for equal access and opportunity ...
Advocacy Day : Engaging Our Communities-"How Do We Make Our Communities Welcoming?"
zhlédnutí 102Před 6 měsíci
Topic: Engaging in Our Communities - How Do We Make Our Communities Welcoming? Summary: Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities desire to lead rich and meaningful lives. Historically, people with I/DD have been excluded and rejected from participating in everyday settings and activities, like work, school, community recreation, and social activities. This exclusion, compoun...
Advocacy Day "What is Needed to Ensure Every Student Has an Inclusive Education?"
zhlédnutí 126Před 7 měsíci
Summary: Schools need to work for ALL Children. Research shows that when children with disabilities are meaningfully educated alongside their peers and have access to the general education curriculum, they have better outcomes. Inclusive settings set the stage for living a flourishing and meaningful life. What we need: We need to be sure that every child has access to the general education curr...
Developmental Disabilities Advocacy Day 1 31 2024
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Topic: How Do We Support Families to Support Their Loved Ones? Summary: Individuals with I/DD require support throughout their lives. Families are often the main caregivers for them even after they reach adulthood. The service system relies on families to be caregivers because there are not enough resources to adequately serve everyone. What We Need: Family caregivers have unique challenges and...
"How Do We Create Safe, Affordable Places to Live?"
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Summary: Individuals with disabilities need safe, affordable, and accessible places to live. Because most people with I/DD are considered very low-income and live on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), finding affordable housing is challenging. The cost of housing in Washington has skyrocketed, making it out of reach for many. The state has also not a...
Advocacy Day: What Do We Need to Live in the Community? 1.17.2024
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Advocacy Day: What Do We Need to Livin in the Community? Guests: Monica Meyer: Companion Homes Pam Blanton: Shared Living and Housing Assessment. Partners4housing.com Melissa Johnson: Supported Living, CRSA Josie S.- Personal Story Summary: To be a part of their community, individuals with I/DD need appropriate support, services, and accommodations. This includes both in their home and to get o...
Advocacy Day Jan 10, 2024
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Advocacy Day "What are Our Rights and How Do We Advocate?" Special guest: Representative Jamila Taylor and Representative Darya Farivar.
Close the RHCs Rally 2023 | The Arc of Washington | SAIL
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On January 25th, 2023, over 400 individuals with Developmental Disabilities and their supporters gathered at the Capitol Steps in Olympia, Washington. Developmental Disability advocates told legislators and the community "Let people out of institutions! We want to live in the community." State legislators and self-advocates spoke at the event.
Close RHCs Advocacy Day 4/5/23
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Residential Habilitation Centers (RHC) were state institutions created for children with developmental disabilities in the 1950s. They are no longer needed for people with DD as we know people can live successfully in the community with the right supports. Learn more!
Workforce Shortage Advocacy Day 3/29/23
zhlédnutí 65Před rokem
From the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) to Residential and Employment Providers to People with lived experience who depend on those professionals, the shortage of providers because of the low pay rates set by the state legislature, everyone is trying to find new ways to get and retain providers. Learn what is being done and how you can help!
Budget Advocacy Day 3/22/23
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The budget are the one thing that has to be done during legislative session. Learn about each type of budget proposal, which ones have been released, which ones come out next, and what you can do to influence what's in them!
Families/Senior Families Advocacy Day 3/15/23
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What resources are out there for families? Her from a parent, a parent who has IDD raising her kids with IDD and some senior parents trying to put things in place before they are no longer there. Additionally, DDA talks about the positive changes being made to help families on the No Paid Services caseload!
Advocacy Day 3/8/23 Early Education, Caps, and Restraints/Isolation
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Advocacy Day 3/8/23 Early Education, Caps, and Restraints/Isolation
Advocacy Day 2/29/23 TEFRA and Waiver Services
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Advocacy Day 2/29/23 TEFRA and Waiver Services
Advocacy Day 2/22/23 Out-of-home & In Crisis
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Advocacy Day 2/22/23 Out-of-home & In Crisis
Residential Crisis Advocacy Day 2/15/23
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Residential Crisis Advocacy Day 2/15/23
Advocacy Day 2/8/23 - Community Inclusion and Community Engagement
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Advocacy Day 2/8/23 - Community Inclusion and Community Engagement
Supported Employment Advocacy Day 2/1/23
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Supported Employment Advocacy Day 2/1/23
Virtual Advocacy Days: Briefing on IDD Issues 1/18/23
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Virtual Advocacy Days: Briefing on IDD Issues 1/18/23
Tips on how to Safely Celebrate the Holidays during COVID-19
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Tips on how to Safely Celebrate the Holidays during COVID-19
Why it is Important to Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster
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Why it is Important to Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster
The Arc of Washington State: New Guardianship and Alternatives to Guardianship Info Webinar
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The Arc of Washington State: New Guardianship and Alternatives to Guardianship Info Webinar
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Hi, It's good program for IDD. Thanks so much for sharing. Do you have any Affordable housing in Clark County? Looks forward to hear from you. Would you please what are requirements and how we can apply? I have 13 years old boy with Autism. Thank you very much.
Hi, It's great to hear the story from Trevor . It's amazing to know about the Program: employment , job coach... I have 13 years old boy with Autism / high functioning. He's going to 8 th grade after this Summer. But he has challenges with expression language and social interaction skills. I would like to get some more information about this program please! I appreciate your response in advance.
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If a person is guardian of person only and with the new laws am I required to report financial now.?
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Thanks be to God for the resources in retirement. You are a powerful voice for our community. We love you .
I Should Of Been There Today.
Great job, everyone on your presentations. I learned a lot from you.
WAKE UP PEOPLE! we are ALL fools!
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Thanks for posting the recording. If others want to skip to the 9:45 mark that is when things get started
Thank you Sean. We've trimmed the video so that it now starts when the session opens.