The Arc has a variety of resources for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Here, we provide a monthly roundup of the virtual options available to The Arc community throughout the month:
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The Arc of Essex County Mystery Movies (Mondays: February 6, 13, and 27 at 3 p.m.)
The Arc of Essex County Game Day (Tuesdays: February 7, 14, 21, and 28 at 3 p.m.)
The Arc of Essex County Book Buddies (Wednesdays: February 1, 8, 15, and 22 at 3 p.m.)
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The Arc of NJ Self-Advocacy Project: Stay Healthy at Home:
- 2/7/23: Getting and Giving Consent: For People with Disabilities
- 2/14/23: REPLAY: Stand By Me: An Overview of Supported Decision Making and Guardianship Alternatives
- 2/21/23: REPLAY: IDD and Mental Illness: What to Look For and How to Get Help
- 2/28/23: REPLAY: Getting Back on Transit: Staying Healthy and Mobile
Self-Advocacy Project Brain Games Every Thursday at 1 p.m. (Meeting ID: 931 8223 7903 Passcode: games)
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The Arc of NJ Healthy Lifestyles Project (Wednesdays at 11 a.m., Fridays at 1 p.m.):
- 2/1/23: Mystic Aquarium: Learn About Beluga Whales
- 2/3/23: The Right Fit: Find Your Exercise with Adaptive Fitness
- 2/8/23: Zumba: Dance-based Fitness Class
- 2/10/23: Strike A Pose: Virtual Yoga Class
- 2/15/23: Music Together with Blue Light
- 2/17/23: The Right Fit: Find Your Exercise with Adaptive Fitness
- 2/22/23: Art Therapy Session
- 2/24/23: Work it Out: Virtual Pilates Class
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The Arc of NJ Planning for Adult Life:
- 2/7/23 at 6 p.m.: SSI and Medicaid: How To Apply And Why You Need To Do So
- 2/15/23 at 10 a.m.: Yes, Your Child Can Work! Working Toward Employment For People With I/DD
- 2/21/23 at 6:30 p.m.: Accessing Services And ‘Natural Supports’
- 2/23/23 at 7 p.m.: Guardianship And Supported Decision Making: Just The Basics
- 2/27/23 at 6 p.m..: SSI and Medicaid: How To Apply And Why You Need To Do So
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The Arc of NJ Family Institute:
- 2/8/23 at 6 p.m.: Fireside Chat with Beverly Roberts: What Should Families Know About Medicaid Unwinding and How to Prepare for It
- 2/15/23 at 6 p.m: Virtual Information Session: The College Support Program (CSP) at Rutgers University
- 2/22/23 at 6 p.m.: The DDD NJCAT – Critical for Maximizing Supports for Your Adult Child
Mondays With Michael (Facebook Live every Monday at 10 a.m.)
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The Arc of the US: