The Arc of Macomb County

03/21/2026

March 21st is 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲, and it's time to 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐬! 🧦

Join us in celebrating the beauty, abilities, and joy of individuals with Down Syndrome by wearing your favorite bright, bold, or even mismatched socks, to raise awareness!

Because inclusion, diversity, and unity are always in style 💙💛

03/20/2026

It may not feel much like the 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 🌷 outside, but today is the perfect time to look forward to the brighter days to come!

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 of change and acceptance 🌻
𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 of love and care 🌼
And a reminder of how 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 a diverse, united community can be! ☀️

03/18/2026

Disability rights are human rights. Share if you agree.

03/16/2026

The Arc of Macomb has been so proud to partner with CBHJ’s DIBS program! Through this program, we have been able to help almost 100 people with disabilities to access services and avoid contacts with the criminal justice system.

The CBHJ’s Diversion Intervention through Boundary Spanning (DIBS) evaluation and consulting team shared program updates this week with the Michigan Mental Health Diversion Council.

Since April 2023, CBHJ has partnered with four pilot sites across Michigan to develop boundary spanner programs that strengthen cross-system collaboration and improve continuity of care for adults with behavioral health concerns involved in the criminal legal system.

Pilot partners for the project were Summit Pointe of Calhoun County, Integrated Services of Kalamazoo, The Arc of Macomb County and Community Mental Health of Ottawa County.

Representatives from the pilot sites shared how collaboration, early partner engagement, and addressing social determinants of health support individuals as they build skills to improve their success in the community. Additional jail-based outcomes will be shared by the CBHJ/DIBS data team later this spring.

03/12/2026

Help lead the future of disability rights!

We are seeking candidates for our national Board of Directors. Our board reflects the community we serve, including people with disabilities, family members, and leaders from across the country.

If you believe in disability rights and want to help guide our mission and impact, we invite you to learn more and apply.

Use the link in comments to get started. ⬇️

03/06/2026

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 — celebrating people with developmental disabilities, breaking down barriers, and fighting for a world where everyone is valued.

At The Arc of Macomb County we strive to find new and creative ways in which we can all work to eliminate barriers to inclusion so that everyone can participate as fully as possible in their communities!

03/05/2026

Join us 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟓𝐭𝐡, as The Arc of Macomb County joins disability advocates nationwide for a call-in day to protect the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the federal law that guarantees that children with disabilities can learn and grow by receiving a public education.

Federal officials have said they intend to move the administration of IDEA’s programs out of the U.S. Department of Education to a different department. Not only would this change disrupt services that students with disabilities depend on, it would also make it harder to hold the government accountable when students don't get the services they're entitled to and rely on.

For nearly 50 years, IDEA has been administered by the Department of Education, ensuring that students with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education. Keeping it there is critical.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐨:

Members of Congress need to hear from you today!

Call your U.S. Senators and Representative and urge them to stop the U.S. Department of Education from moving IDEA programs to another federal agency.

𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐝! A quick call or email today can help protect the rights of students with disabilities across the country.

https://act.thearc.org/campaign/156819/?utm_term=2026-0305&utm_campaign=advocacy&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9tbrbkEFcAZf3SykX6OG2f-3I5rCbSmFHIcpUc20YhvIEfRcwrtkS4gUFipQ8wUcaGCwBH9sMDY7Qiq_-MIfULdVuiA9G2e_5GfgThJWyc8kc7kk8&_hsmi=407110513&utm_content=email-2026-0305&utm_source=hub

03/04/2026

March's 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐢𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 hosted by The Arc of Macomb County is approaching fast!

Sessions are 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 to attend!

For more information and registration visit:
https://arcservices.org/mental-health-first-aid-training/

03/01/2026

March is 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡.

This month, we honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of individuals with Cerebral Palsy

Break out your favorite shade of green 💚 this month and share your support!

02/27/2026

02/26/2026

If you’re struggling with tough special education meetings, Special Education Mediation Services can provide communication services and lay the foundation for student success.

Our friends at SEMS are back on March 9 at 9:30AM to help parents learn How to Prepare for and Participate in Mediation or Facilitation. Many disputes can be addressed early with better communication, which can lead to better outcomes. Register at https://tinyurl.com/44f2nsv2

See our full lineup of webinars at https://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/upcoming-events/

02/25/2026

On March 24, we’ll be meeting with members of Congress on Capitol Hill. Lawmakers need to hear from people with disabilities and their families about issues that affect their daily lives. Tell us what disability programs mean in your life, and we’ll share your story in person during our Hill Day meetings.

When decisions are being made about funding and access to services, real stories can help shape what happens next.

Take 2 minutes to add your story today ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cLjUe4