MISSION STATEMENT The Arc of Weld County promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through advocacy and support services.
WHO WE SERVE We serve children and adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. If an individual does not meet our criteria we will assist them with finding services that fit their needs.
SERVICE AREAS • Weld County Greeley office: 5312 West 9 th St Dr, suite @150, Greeley, CO 80634 Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:30p.m.-5:00p.m. or by appointment • South Weld County Fort Lupton office: 330 Park Avenue Fort Lupton, CO 80621 Office hours: By appointment only • Northeastern Colorado Counties Sterling office: 120 Main Street Sterling, CO 80751 Office hours: 10am-3pm Monday-Thursday or by appointment
ADVOCACY METHODS • Individual – specific one on one support • Community Organization – large scale community support • Legislative – state/national legislative support
INDIVIDUAL ADVOCACY • Our Advocates: • Serve both children and adults • Attend IEP meetings; work as part of IEP team • Attend adult services meetings • Assist with waiting list placement, eligibility etc. • Resource Referral • Help with systems navigation • Support in “following your dream” Contact Lindy Ruiz at Lindy@arcweldcounty.org or 970-353-5218 x101
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION ISSUES • Victimization /abuse reporting • Respite • Inclusion in the school • Transportation initiatives to serve rural areas • Adaptive Recreation • Increase parent support (education and networking opportunities)
LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY • Contacting local/state representatives • Staying informed on legislative issues • Voting • Supporting legislative action For information contact: Larry McDermott at Larry@arcweldcounty.org 970-353-5219 x100
PROGRAMS • Families in Action - family retreat • Project Illumination - healthy relationship classes • Art Class - class for members • Film Festival - a place to showcase films about I/DD
FAMILIES IN ACTION • Annual Summer retreat • No cost to family • Includes siblings and natural supports • Advocacy, networking with other families, relaxation • Online application; to apply/inquire contact Ashley Boyer at Ashley@arcweldcounty.org 970-353-5219 x102
PROJECT ILLUMINATION • Social Skill classes for adults with I/DD • Focuses on healthy relationships including friends, acquaintances, and romantic • Classes will rotate between regions • Focus on safety skills in the community • For information contact Stabler Fahey at Stabler@arcweldcounty.org 970-353-5219 x116
ART CLASS • Classes for children and adults, taught by AWC volunteers • Only members of the Arc of Weld County may enroll • Watch for scheduling information on the Arc website • For information contact Ashley Boyer at Ashley@arcweldcounty.org 970-353-5219 x102
FILM FESTIVAL • Film festival is a collection of films about individuals with I/DD starring people with I/DD • Event will be held in March 2016 in Greeley CO For information contact Ashley Boyer at Ashley@arcweldcounty.org or 970-353-5219 x102
SUPPORT GROUPS Northern Colorado Down Syndrome http://nocodownsyndrome.org Contacts: Lori Couch 970-237-2081 or couchclan6@gmail.com Bridget Scott 612-805-5003 or bridgetscott7@gmail.com Greeley Parent Support Group The support group meets the 2nd saturday of every month. Does not meet during the Summer. Address: New Hope Church of Greeley, 1900 AA street, Greeley, CO 80631 Contact: Crystal Olivarez at Pumpkinolivarez@gmail.com or 970-397-7515
NORTHERN COLORADO RESPITE COALITION • Objective is to increase respite opportunities for individuals and families in Northern Colorado • Comprised of area community groups and family members • Meets every other month • Next meeting: 8/26/15 @ 3-5PM @ Arc of Weld County • For information contact: Larry McDermott at Larry@arcweldcounty.org; 970-353-5219 x100
ANTI-BULLYING PROJECT • Collaborative effort between the Arc of Weld County, Greeley Evans School District Six and Windsor School District RE-4, funded by Community Foundation serving Greeley and Weld County • Poster Contest to spotlight bullying in the schools • Posters will be displayed at Centennial public Library in Greeley during month of October • Winners will be announced at the end of October and awards will be presented at school board meetings in November • Interested in learning more about this project contact Ashley at ashley@arcweldcounty.org or 970-353-5219 x102
HISPANIC OUTREACH • Bi-lingual services • Parent support and networking opportunities • For information contact: Lindy Ruiz at Lindy@arcweldcounty.org or 970-353-5219 x101
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES • Families in Action • Childcare for parent support groups • Special events • For information contact: Ashley Boyer at Ashley@arcweldcounty.org 970-353-5219 x102
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