The Messenger
Supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
February 6, 2017


The only disability in life is a bad attitude.
-Scott Hamilton

In This Issue
Parent & Caregiver Education (PACE) Forums PACE
The Arc Dane County and The Epilepsy Foundation of Wisconsin are partnering to support the ongoing needs
of our families with PACE Forums. 
 
These forums are a incredible learning opportunity that will support your planning for the future of your loved ones while connecting with other families.
2017 PACE Forums
 
Cost (includes dinner & presentation): $7.00 per person, $10.00 for professionals
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel, 4402 E. Washington Ave, Madison WI 53703
Pre-registration is required:  Call 608-442-5555 or register online here

Tuesday, February 21
Speaker: Bruce Barge
Join us as Bruce Barge from MVP Financial Services provides information on financial planning for families with children
under the age of 18 who have special needs and/or disabilities.
"Financial Planning for Families with Children Under 18"

Thursday, March 16 at 6pm
Speaker: Ron Konkol
"Social Security Benefits & Resources"
 
Thursday, April 27at 6pm
Speaker: Bruce Barge
Join us as Bruce Barge from MVP Financial Services provides information on financial planning for families with children
under the age of 18 who have special needs and/or disabilities.
"Financial Planning for Families with Individuals 18 and Older"

Tuesday, June 13 at 6pm
Speaker: Laura Skilton Verhoff
"Special Needs Trusts, Wills and Powers of Attorney"

PACE is made possible through a partnership between

 
Nominate Someone For A Community Awardawards
Deadline is February 22

The upcoming 67th Annual Meeting and Community Awards Banquet is coming up on April 20th, 2017 at the Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club.  This is an incredible opportunity to recognize those individuals and agencies who do great work and provide support to our communities with disabilities. 

As our support network continues to find innovative and caring ways to support our community with intellectual and developmental disabilities, let's honor those who are making the biggest impact!  

Categories include:
  • Adult Family Home Sponsor
  • Community Support
  • Corporate Support
  • Direct Care Giver
  • Educator
  • Elected Official
  • Employer
  • Landlord
  • Lifetime Achievement
  • Media
  • Parent Advocate
  • Self-Advocate
  • Volunteer
The nomination process is an EASY ONE PAGE FORM.  Please help us recognize these wonderful people and organizations.

The event will take place on April 20th, 2017 at the Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club.

Wisconsin Disability
Advocacy Day advocacyday

Mark your calendars for Disability Advocacy Day in Madison on March 21st, 2017. Visit your state legislators in the Capitol to discuss the issues most important to those with disabilities. 
 
Check the Survival Coalition website  here for updates on how to register for this free event.  The Survival Coalition will provide training, materials, lunch, information on the issues and set up visits with your legislators in the Capitol as part of this advocacy event.
Save the Date savethedate
The Arc Dane County Spring Ball is coming up quickly! 
Save the date for April 30th at the Madison Concourse Hotel & Governor's Club.  Registration information will be coming out soon.

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