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Coming Events

• NOW HIRING - Chief Development Officer, numerous openings at Arc's Value Village

  The Arc Greater Twin Cities is looking for great candidates in the development department and at our thrift stores.  See job openings and help spread the word!

• Thursday, May 17 - Plymouth

  Hennepin Co. residents are invited to a State of the County address by Commissioner Mike Opat covering finances, county services and a look ahead to 2013.

• Saturday, May 19 - Minneapolis

  Have difficulty obtaining Medical Assistance coverage for therapies treating autism? Assistant Deputy Commissioner of Mental Health Regina Wagner is hosting a listening session with the Department of Human Services to hear your stories.

• Thursday, May 24 - White Bear Township

  Join a flash mob to Spread the Word to end the Word at Polar Lake Park from 6-6:30 pm, and help raise awareness of the painful and dehumanizing use of the "R" word.  Wear your red "R" word t-shirt if you have one or come in red. Learn more aobut this Special Olympics and Buddies International event on Facebook.

• Wednesday, May 30 - Minnetonka

  Discuss the future of Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) and hear updates on possible changes at this forum sponsored by the MN Department of Human Services Consumer Directed Services Task Force.

• Tuesday, June 5 & Thursday-Sunday, June 8-10 - West St. Paul  

  The men's and women's Tapemark Charity ProAm tournaments are the first week of June this year.  Sign up to play, volunteer and/or pledge in support of The Arc Greater Twin Cities! For the first time, you can support your favorite golfer or volunteer and the cause he/she is playing for.  You can also join our team for the Tapemark Charity Challenge!

• Monday, June 11 - Minnetonka

  Searching for housing for a loved one with a disability? "Think Outside the Box" is a free creative housing summit which will examine alternatives with an informational panel featuring a family and self-advocate, state and county representatives and an attorney.

• Wednesday, June 13 - St. Paul

   Join The Arc at the Promote the Vote kickoff event, sponsored by the MN Council on Nonprofits. Secretary of State Mark Ritchie is the keynote speaker, as nonprofits rally to engage voters for 2012 elections.

• Monday, June 18 - Roseville

  Share experiences about school bullying and help make schools safer for all youth. Governor Dayton's Task Force on the Prevention of School Bullying is holding a public listening session. 

• Monday, June 25 - St. Paul

   Join other members of The Arc and their families for the annual member picnic at the Como Park Picnic Pavilion.  Free carousel rides again this year, plus entertaiment by The Spots, a musical group from Target!

GetSet! for Work

GetSet! for Work is a retail training program offered with Opportunity Partners and Dunwoody at Arc's Value Village. Watch to learn more!

Volunteer of the Month

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   Katie McDermott is a superstar volunteer -- actively sharing her story and working hard on The Arc's abuse prevention efforts.  Katie - you rock!

What's New

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  Your FREE MyArc account is the doorway to Arc's e-learning and more.
  Check out the  Preparing for Guardianship and GetSet! for Transition e-learning courses, plus new Arc Guide info sheets on DD Case Management eligibility and County Case Management services. 
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  NEW! Abuse Prevention Resources

  People with disabilities are at far greater risk of abuse than others. The Arc has extensive resources and information about abuse and bullying.
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  Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012
  
  
  Thank you Gala attendees - you are making this a good life for people with disabilities and their families.  Check out video and photos.

• The Arc certified to take applications for Minnesota health care programs

  Ask an Advocate if you need help with applications and renewals for Medical Assistance, TEFRA and Minnesota Care.