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Don’t Miss this Must-See TV

Fox News will broadcast a Geraldo Rivera News Special on December 27th and 28th that will feature people with disabilities and their families from across the country who are on State Waiting Lists. The show will be aired on Geraldo at Large on the FOX News cable station on Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 10:00 p.m. and again on Sunday, December 28th at 1:00 a.m.

The impetus for the show came about during The Arc’s National Convention in November as Geraldo Rivera reacted visibly moved with the emotional response to people with disabilities and their families talking about the Waiting List crisis. Pictured at right is Rivera with Ernest Woodard (at the convention), who is supported by The Arc of Baltimore at work and at home. Ernest is a self advocate and a member of The Arc Board of Directors.

Save the Date and Plan to Attend

The Arc of Baltimore and the End the Wait Now! Campaign will hold a Town Hall Meeting on the Waiting List crisis on Thursday, January 8th. Adults and children with developmental disabilities and their families will have the opportunity to meet one another and to share their stories with state and local officials and legislators.

Learn about the more than 18,000 people waiting for critical services and let your legislators know that the time to act is NOW. Families can’t wait.

Where: St. Matthew Church
5410 Loch Raven Blvd (at Loch Raven and Woodbourne Ave/parking lot off Loch Raven)
When: 5-7 p.m. (doors open at 5:00, the program begins at 5:30)

RSVP to Michele Hill, Statewide Coordinator, End the Wait Now! Campaign

michelehill@endthewaitnow.com or 410-974-6895 x109.

This Gift Fits All!

Put a smile on the face of a child or adult by making a donation to
The Arc of Baltimore in honor of a friend, relative or business associate. Each honoree will receive a card that acknowledges your gift and explains that it will support The Arc's employment, community living and advocacy programs for more than 3,000 children, adults and families in our community.

That's a win-win gift for everyone!

Click here to give your gift now.

Arc Expands Volunteer Opportunities – Get Involved Today

The Arc of Baltimore needs volunteers to share their time and talent with people with developmental disabilities.  Internships, individual, group, and family volunteer opportunities are available at varied locations in Baltimore City and Baltimore County.  

Make a difference in someone's life.  Volunteer!

Click here for more information or contact Debbie Staigerwald by e-mail: volunteers@arcofbaltimore.org or by phone at 410-296-2272.

Attention Parents

The Arc has just recently launched a Parent Support Group for parents of children with developmental disabilities.

For more information on dates, times and locations, click here.
Or, check out our “virtual parent support group” on-line on the new bulletin board feature of our website under Forum. Click here.

Arc Recognizes Employers of Distinction

This year’s Employers of Distinction include: Crowne Plaza Baltimore, Harbor Hospital, Baltimore County Public Schools (Chatsworth School, Cedarmere Elementary, Chase Elementary and Hernwood Elementary), Weis Markets and Johns Hopkins Institute for Policy Studies. In addition, three Partners of Distinction were recognized: Courtyard Marriott Hunt Valley, AAI Corporation and St. John Properties.

Check out the slide show of supported employees on the job at our Employers of Distinction.