Advocacy & Social Groups
People Connect Advocacy Group
People Connect was started in 2004 as a complementary group to People on the Go of Maryland. Since then, we have been very busy!
In addition to rallying for Bills and standing in protest demanding the closing of Rosewood (a local institution), People Connect felt it was our responsibility to give back to the community. So, we decided to donate blankets, handmade by our group, to the children receiving treatment at The Chrysalis House in Crownsville.
Anyone wishing to learn more about our group, please call 410.990.1900 or email Lianna at lianna@thearcdrc.org.
Anne Arundel Down Syndrome Connection
The Down Syndrome Connection provides an overwhelming amount of services for parents, including the list below. For more information on the group, go to www.downsyndromeconnection.com
- New and expecting parent packets with local resources and information
- Parent to Parent network for new, expecting and current families
- Resource Guide and information on how to access local services in the community
- Social opportunities throughout the year; summer picnic, holiday party, playgroups, tailgates and other events
- Monthly meetings to exchange ideas with other parents, host speakers and provide a forum for self-advocates
- Presentations and training for healthcare providers, service coordinators, teachers and others
- Advocacy Partnerships with other community groups
- Buddy Walk!
- Email Listserv
- Newsletter
Community Hero Award
Do you know someone who has made an impact on the life of an individual with a developmental disability? Click here to nominate them for the Community Hero Award! Email forms to info@thearcccr.org or mail them to Development Office, The Arc CCR, 931 Spa Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.
