Arc Mid-South

Memphis has a great community full of resources!
https://www.joylife901.org/memphis-disability-network

Wishing our Father's a wonderful day full of thanks and appreciation!

During these summer months brush up on your parental rights when it comes to your child's IEP because sometimes it can just become overwhelming!
Follow this link below ..

https://familyengagementtn.com/overview-of-procedural-safeguards/

Family Engagement in Special Education - TN has created this great resource that breaks Procedural Safeguards down into six main categories.

JOIN The Arc Mid-South as a member and help support individuals with disabilities. Your support makes The Arc’s powerful voice even stronger as we address issues such as education, employment, housing, and safety that are critical to the disability community.

https://www.thearcmidsouth.org/membership

It’s time to SAVE THE DATE for our 29TH ANNUAL AWARDS AND BENEFIT GALA!
October 5th, 2024 at the Great Hall & Conference Center.

SAVE THE DATE! Mark your calendar now - July 25th - Awareness if the Key to Change Conference. Register here >>> https://shorturl.at/yzOZ1

Mark your calendars! Our 2nd Annual Memphis Disability Network Resource Fair - JULY 11th! Please share your resources so others can learn about new opportunities Memphis has for our community!
Details at https://www.joylife901.org/memphis-disability-network

FESPED is here to help with your child’s IEP.

To reach out for support with your child’s IEP, please call 833-596-1553 or email [email protected]. You can also fill out the form and we’ll be in touch with you as soon as we can! 🌟

Did you know you can help The Arc Mid-South without donating cash?

Donate your unwanted vehicles to The Arc by simply completing the form in the link provide below and someone will reach out to you to arrange the pick-up of your vehicle donation, at no cost to you. You may qualify for a tax deduction while supporting a cause that is near and dear to your heart!

https://thearc.careasy.org/home
1.Scroll down to the Online Vehicle Donation Form.
2.Change "National" to "Tennessee".
3.Select chapter "The Arc of Mid-South".
4. Complete the form.

Educators and administrators from the Southwest Tennessee region will have an opportunity to network and learn more about the Family Engagement project under the TN-TAN network. Certificates of attendance will be available!

Register today at https://familyengagementtn.com/event/southwest-community-of-practice/

MLC is hiring! We are looking for a licensed special education teacher for our amazing students and a licensed speech -language pathologist. Click the link below for more information. We look forward to hearing from you!!
https://www.madonna-learning.org/come-work-with-us

Shout out to the Hilton Corporation for their donation this month to celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day. Observed each year on the third Thursday of May, GAAD focuses on digital access and inclusion for the more than one billion people who live with disabilities.

Thank you, Hilton for supporting our mission!

May is mental health awareness month.
As we come to and end. Let continue to precinct the signs.

Looking after our mental health is one of the most important factors to our overall health. The CDC explains that our mental health affects most aspects of our life including our emotional, psychological and social well-being. In fact, it’s more common to be diagnosed with a mental health illness than you might think. According to the CDC, “More than 50% will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder at some point in their lifetime.”

In light of raising awareness, we have gathered some powerful mental health quotes that we hope you find comforting and encouraging on days that may be more difficult than others.

We even have quotes on anxiety and inspirational quotes that you may find helpful as well.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/wellness/g2401/inspirational-quotes/

While these sayings may help alleviate some of what you're feeling, we advise that you speak with a licensed therapist who can help you with long-term coping mechanisms.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/wellness/a42396674/anxiety-quotes/

100 Inspirational Quotes to Brighten Your Day Everyone from world leaders to beloved musicians and lauded authors contributed.

Today, we honor and remember the brave individuals who sacrificed for our freedom. Happy Memorial Day! Let's take a moment to express our gratitude for their courage, dedication, and selflessness. May their legacy inspire us to cherish the liberties they fought to protect.

Our L.E.T.S. students are practicing their skills with money! At the end of each class day, the students run and visit a concession stand in The Arc Mid-South office, where they can buy snacks and drinks. This gives them a chance to practice using their money wisely, paying for things, and receiving change.

Register here 👇👇👇 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bbld_4smRD-SDdecv4cd1Q #/registration

The Arc Mid-South 20+ OG's meet for lunch.
This group of determined women have been working together for over 20 years.

They have moved mountains and weathered countless storms in our field of advocating for those with physical and mental disabilities.

They have witnessed the hardest of hearts melt, the smile and even laughter from stone faces, words from those predicted not to speak, and most importantly the LOVE of making a difference in the lives of those with physical and mental disabilities.

Summer Games 2024 are in the books!!Thanks to all the Coaches and Athletes for all their hard work!
Our Athletes are bringing home the BLING!!
Metal count:
GOLD 63🥇🥇🥇
SILVER 58 🥈🥈🥈
BRONZE 36 🥉🥉🥉
Our Athletes are shining so bright you’re going to need shades 😎😎😎

It’s time to SAVE THE DATE for our 29TH ANNUAL AWARDS AND BENEFIT GALA!!!

Register for the June 8th Special Olympics Greater Memphis Golf Tournament at The Links at Galloway Today!

Click the link below to register!

https://www.specialolympicsmem.org/special-olympics-golf-tournament

Did you know you can help The Arc Mid-South without donating cash?

Kroger will donate part of your purchases directly to The Arc Mid-South. All you need to do is tell them you'd like to support The Arc Mid-South, and they will take care of all the details!

https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards

Why is Mental Health Awareness Month important?

— Since its inception in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been a cornerstone of addressing the mental health challenges faced by millions of Americans. The national movement is dedicated to eradicating stigma, extending support and fostering public education.

May is Mental Health Awareness month.
It is never too soon to seek treatment for your mental health. Getting help early saves lives. Visit Mental Health Resources of Tennessee to learn more or visit http://spr.ly/6185jOtmJ or call (901) 682-6136

Welcome aboard to our new staff at the The Arc Mid-South, Lamaria Willams and Ranae Hawkins. We are excited to have you join The Arc!