The Arc Oregon

Advocating with and for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

One person can make an enormous impact in the fight to protect Medicaid. For the next five weeks, The Arc Oregon will post every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with ways you can EDUCATE, EMPOWER, and ADVOCATE. CLICK HERE to learn more and take action now: https://t.co/SOUXw7t9DB

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

One person can make an enormous impact in the fight to protect Medicaid. For the next five weeks, The Arc Oregon will post every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with ways you can EDUCATE, EMPOWER, and ADVOCATE. CLICK HERE to learn more and take action now: https://t.co/SOUXw7t9DB

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

Interested in building your skills supporting people with IDD and promoting their independence? Join us for Sexual Self-Determination and Supported Decision-Making with Shanya Luther on March 20th! Space is limited, so sign up now!

https://t.co/LIQhsubEOw

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

We'll give give you suggestions on how to make a difference and the ability to send your legislators letters with the click of a button, using your own words or a suggested message from The Arc Oregon.

If you're ready join us, visit https://t.co/ChPENQlA1F now

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

We're proud to announce that The Arc Oregon has launched a new advocacy platform! We'll be able to use it to provide advocates with up-to-date information on ongoing legislation and advocacy opportunities.

If you're interested in signing up, visit https://t.co/ChPENQlA1F now!

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

Unlike Twitter and other platforms, where an algorithm decides what you see, by signing up you'll receive immediate calls-to-action on your choice of email or texts, customized based on where you live and who represents you.

https://t.co/ChPENQlA1F

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

We're excited to be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This law provides vital protections for people experiencing disability and has helped advance dignity, inclusion and the ability to live a full, happy life.

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

Mental Health First Aid- Youth https://t.co/LQBzexuAN7
#MentalHealth #OnlineTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment
https://t.co/7ncUnVYbyA

[The Arc of the United States @TheArcUS]

BREAKING: @SCOTUS ruled that Medicaid beneficiaries can seek legal recourse when state officials violate their rights. It's a monumental win for disability rights & prevents the unraveling of 30 years of antidiscrimination progress set forth by the ADA! https://t.co/Pf3mEPLNte

[Autistic Self Advocacy Network @autselfadvocacy]

"As evidenced in Arkansas, rather than promoting work, work requirements did not increase employment, led to adverse health consequences, and caused thousands to lose coverage. That number could be millions if implemented nationwide." https://t.co/MGzTdOwn8c

[Tory Cross 🌸 @queer_spice]

"If this bill becomes law, you will lose your Medicaid benefits unless a doctor declares you 'unfit for employment'. Imagine being declared 'unfit.'"

Really good piece in @Forbes by @howard_gleckman

#SaveMedicaid #CripTheVote
https://t.co/jemb0PgySM

[The Arc of Essex,NJ @arcofessexnj]

“I want her to be taken care of like a person, and not a condition.” https://t.co/CtIXIUfHJd

[The Arc Michigan @ArcMichigan]

Take Action Now!
Without Direct Care Workers, Michigan’s behavioral health system will collapse.
Let the Legislature know to protect Michigan’s most vulnerable residents by ensuring compensation for Direct Care Workers. It only takes seconds.
https://t.co/E4XhTrXX1U

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

Thousands of people who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities rely on Medicaid to access critical care. Join us tomorrow for the Save Medicare Online Ralley to hear from lawmakers and activists. Tell Congress to protect Medicaid!
https://t.co/eivW1TfyyO

[Autistic Self Advocacy Network @autselfadvocacy]

What does it look like when a support worker respects me? What can I do if my support worker isn’t respecting me? Our toolkit “Rights and Respect” answers these questions and more. Download now: https://t.co/J8J7wSKmKn

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

We're very sad to announce that, due to issues with the venue, The Arc Oregon is having to cancel our annual convention. We're working hard on a digital-only replacement and will update you with any news!

https://t.co/zRMcKB7L37
https://t.co/vF0yKGmc88

[The Arc of the United States @TheArcUS]

Ukrainians with disabilities have been forced to live in institutions with horrific conditions. Disaster planning MUST include people with disabilities and everyone should be able to live in their community freely. https://t.co/5QRlgdk459

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

We're excited about meeting in person this year for our 2023 annual convention!
If you're interested in proposing a session, nominating someone for an award, or sponsoring the event, please visit check out our announcement here:
https://t.co/ymVeYnAJMj
https://t.co/8ZZQMJ44ka

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

It's just one week until the first session of the Youth IDD/Mental Health Summit! Shanya Luther is a wonderful educator with experience supporting queer people experiencing IDD, so don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from her!

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

We're kicking off the summit on January 19 with two sessions from Shanya Luther about supporting young people with IDD and mental health diagnoses who are LGBTQIA+. The first focuses on understanding LGBTQIA+ identities and the second on changing systems.

https://t.co/3it6TKSaph

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

We hope we'll see you at at least one of these sessions to help build professional relationships, exchange ideas, and build networks that nurture resiliency. You can see the entire schedule and register here:

https://t.co/CREaHMlm5a

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

We're excited to share that The Arc of Oregon is sponsoring this year's Youth IDD/Mental Health Summit!

Join us from January 17 to February 2 bringing together professionals serving youth with IDD and mental health dual diagnoses!

https://t.co/vQtdHaoUBV

#IDD #MentalHealth

[The Arc Oregon @TheArcOregon]

We'll be wrapping up the summit on February 7 with a session by Melissa Ballard and Shauna Signorini covering the enteric nervous system and our thinking vs. feeling selves.

https://t.co/eBpS8ohhOY