The statewide Survival Coalition of Disability Organizations wants all policymakers to know about the key issues and programs impacting people with disabilities. Use this handy resource to give your elected officials and candidates the basic information on the supports and services you use and how they are funded. Find the Survival Coalition disability issue background […]
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The Arc Wisconsin Supports Task Force on Caregiving Recommendations: Says Time for Action is Now
The Arc Wisconsin is pleased to support the recommendations shared with the Governor this week by the Task Force on Caregiving. The Arc Wisconsin’s Executive Director Lisa Pugh was appointed as co-chair of the Task Force and led the group over the past year in deliberations on the final 16 proposals included in the report. […]
Great New Resources from The Arc on Guardianship and Supported Decision-Making
People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) make many decisions. These decisions affect every part of daily life, including buying things they need, managing a budget, and talking with doctors about health care. It is very important to plan for how decisions are made and update this plan regularly. This way, everyone can make the […]
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Use this IEP Checklist to Help You Through the School Year
School has started across Wisconsin and the classroom is looking very different for students with disabilities and their families. WI FACETS has developed a back-to-school IEP check list for families as they work with educators to support children with disabilities who may be learning with online or hybrid instruction or who may need to modify […]
Sign up to Participate in a Discussion about Safe and Healthy Relationships
Disability Rights Wisconsin, The Arc Wisconsin and other project partners are holding listening sessions about Healthy and Safe Relationships for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Information from this listening session will help inform development of a Healthy and Safe Relationship Curriculum. You are invited to share your thoughts and experiences about: • How […]
Congress is Home for Recess: Let them Know How you Feel!
The U.S. Senate officially adjourned on Thursday, August 13th until after Labor Day, joining the House in recess. They left town without reaching a deal on a 4th COVID relief legislative package. We are extremely frustrated with this result, our statement is here: https://thearc.org/congress-adjourns-for-recess-failing-to-address-needs-of-people-with-disabilities/ We encourage you to reach out to your Congressional Members while […]
Exciting Announcement: New Podcast Series From The Arc Wisconsin!
Do you know anyone who’s been invited to dinner at the White House? Have you ever wondered what the world would be like with no Americans with Disabilities Act? Are you interested in how to speak confidently with your elected officials? If you’re curious about any of these questions, it’s time to tune in to […]
Exciting News! Listen to our New Podcast!
We are thrilled to launch The Arc Wisconsin’s new podcast, The Arc Experience! You’re just a click and a play button away from our new series featuring stories of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and experts in the field across Wisconsin. You can listen on your computer, tablet, or phone. Be among the […]
The Governor’s Task Force on Caregiving Wants to Hear from You
The Governor’s Task Force on Caregiving was created to support and strengthen the direct care workforce, increase access to care, and improve the quality of caregiving in Wisconsin. The Arc Wisconsin co-chairs this Task Force. Members welcome input from family caregivers, professional caregivers, health care providers and other citizens interested in improving working conditions for […]
