August 2017
      
       


Ross Autrey

Ben Bono

Wanda Brosch

James Dillard

Fort Bend Children's Discovery Center

GlaxoSmithKline

Richard Gordon

Darren Hoelscher

Marion & Frank Jensen

Valerie Krehmeier

Kroger

Jingang Lu

Damon McCauley

Nessossi Studios

Trina Osborne

Fernando Perez

Preactive IT Solutions

Precision Communication Concept, LLC

Jose Ramos



   
 

Sherieline Fogle

Johnnie, Jhanel & Jada Lacy

Laurence Bailey & Liza Lawrence-Bailey

Vanessa, Eddie & Evan Morris


Jonathan, Jason, Annette, Cody, Ethan & Samantha Owen

Devon Isaac Watson

 


 

 

Champagne & sweet treats will be served.

20% of proceeds benefit The Arc of Fort Bend County!

For additional information, contact Laura LaVigne:

 [email protected], or call 281/494-5959

 

The Arc of Fort Bend Wants your Opinion!
 

    
We're conducting a survey and your input would be appreciated.

Click below to start the survey.


Thank you for your participation.




Pregnancy and alcohol don't mix. Why take the risk?  

 

Common Myths:

Myth: My doctor said it's fine to have a glass of wine or two while pregnant. 
Your doctor might not be informed about the risk of prenatal alcohol exposure or could be uncomfortable talking with you about the risks to your embryo or fetus associated with prenatal alcohol use. Unfortunately, many doctors are not properly educated about the risks associated with prenatal alcohol exposure. The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) advises women to not consume any alcohol while pregnant
 
For additional "Common Myths", visit: National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome



  
 
for Rules and Application
Deadline to Apply is September 1, 2017






Please consider giving some time from your life so that our athletes can have the time of their lives!

September 9, 2017
Gulf Coast Regional Aquatics Competition at Don Cook Natatorium-Sugar Land

Volunteer positions that need to be filled consist of timers, athlete escorts, awards volunteers, and much more. Clean-up will immediately follow the conclusion of the event.

We are also looking for Volunteer Lifeguards who are willing to donate his/her time for a shift.

Call 281/208-6024 for more information.

September 23, 2017
Gulf Coast Regional Bocce Tournament at Dulles High School - Sugar Land

Hosted by The Arc of Fort Bend County

Sign up to set up bocce courts, escort athletes, referee, keep score/time, serve water to athletes and volunteers, direct traffic, and more! 

We have different task and different shifts. For detailed info, please click the link below:



If you have any questions regarding these volunteer opportunities, please contact Margo Pasko: [email protected], ph. 281/494-5928


Guardianship & Alternatives to Guardianship
 
Information Session
 

Date:
Monday, September 11, 2017
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Where:
University Branch Library (on U of H Sugar Land Campus)
14010 University Blvd.
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Meeting Room 2

 
This session is designed for families who are considering obtaining legal guardianship of a loved one. 
 
Here is the list of topics that will be covered at this session:
  1. What is guardianship ?
  2. Why guardianship might be necessary.
  3. The guardianship process.
  4. Responsibilities of a guardian.
  5. Alternatives to guardianship.
 
Contact Kirk Monroe at 281-232-7701 or visit www.brazosbendguardianship.org for more information.
 


   
             
 
   

  
  
 

 
"Wings for All"
6th Bi-annual 
 
Coming to George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
8:00 am to 1:00 pm
 
Registration information coming in September e-newsletter! 
 
 

Wings for All is an airport "rehearsal "event designed for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. The program is designed to alleviate the stress that families who have a child with intellectual/developmental disabilities experience when flying. It provides families the opportunity to practice entering the airport, obtaining boarding passes, going through security and boarding a plane.

 



Upcoming Adult Social Rec Events

The Arc's Adult Social Recreation Program is a members-only club for individuals with I/DD living in Fort Bend County. There is an application process that is updated each year.

Contact Nancy Dobert for a registration packet and more information on the requirements for this program.

RSVP's are mandatory for all events.*            
    
 
        
      August 18 
   
      Dance and Pizza Party
St. Theresa's - Sugar Land
      Refreshments & DJ
      7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  
 
 
 
    
     
      September 15  
    
      Dance
      St. Theresa's - Sugar Land
      Refreshments & DJ
      7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
      
 



 
 
      
     September 16

     Sugar Land Skeeters Game
     Constellation Field
     6:05 p.m.
 
 
    
   281/494-5926  
 
 
 
Upcoming TwentySomethings Events


 
    
      August 27  
   
      Houston DASH vs N. Carolina Courage
      BBVA Compass Stadium
7:30 p.m.
 
 
 
     
 

 

 
 281/494-5928
 


Upcoming Special Olympics Events

  
 
    
      September 9 
   
      Gulf Coast Regional Swim Meet
Don Cook Natatorium-Sugar Land
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
      
 
 
    
     
 
      September 16  
    
      Gulf Coast Regional Softball Classifications & Competition
      Clute, TX
      8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
      
 


       
 
 
 
       September 18

     Greater Houston Regional Golf Tournament
     Windrose Golf Course
     8:00 a.m
 
      
    


     September 23

     Gulf Coast Regional Bocce Tournament
     Dulles High School - Sugar Land
     8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
    


    
   

   
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   281/494-5928  
 

Our Mission Statement

 

The Arc of Fort Bend County ensures opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to maximize their quality of life within our community.