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The Arc Jackson County’s primary focus is supporting people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

The Arc Jackson County’s primary focus is helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families. Our programs include: K-12 Enrichment Activity Scholarships; Direct Support Person (DSP) Program- connecting individuals with IDD to attendant and respite care providers; Covid Support Program- providing monetary relief (rent, utilities, phone, childcare) and information for individuals and families who have tested positive for Covid-19; Future Planning- providing individuals and families assistance with preparing for meaningful futures; Advocacy, information, and referral; Social activities, Emergency financial assistance for the IDD community and their families via our Ken Wonderly Memorial Fund; Low-income housing; and Comprehensive online Community Resource Guide

10/24/2026

Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to Caitlyn Abshire, our DSP Program Administrator! 🎂 Thank you for everything you do for our team and community. Have the best day, Caitlyn! 💛

10/23/2026

Sharing from our friends at the Fair Housing Council of Oregon! 🏠 Join their free, in-person session, Know Your Fair Housing Rights, for families and individuals with IDD. Learn about reasonable accommodations, assistance animals, and how to report housing discrimination.

📅 Monday, November 30
🕔 5:00 to 6:30 PM
📍 Living Opportunities, 1017 N Riverside Ave, Medford
🍎 Food and drinks provided

Register: tinyurl.com/FH1013
Need interpretation or accommodations? Email [email protected] by November 16.

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¡Compartimos este evento de nuestros amigos del Fair Housing Council of Oregon! 🏠 Acompáñelos en su sesión gratuita y en persona, Conozca sus derechos de vivienda justa, para familias y personas con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo (IDD). Aprenda sobre adaptaciones razonables, animales de asistencia y cómo reportar la discriminación en la vivienda.

📅 Lunes, 30 de noviembre
🕔 5:00 a 6:30 p. m.
📍 Living Opportunities, 1017 N Riverside Ave, Medford
🍎 Se ofrecerá comida y bebidas

Regístrese: tinyurl.com/FH1013
¿Necesita interpretación o adaptaciones? Escriba a [email protected] antes del 16 de noviembre.

10/22/2026

Want to learn about the Comm Card program? 💬 Come to our free info session and learn strategies for safe and positive encounters with first responders and other helping professionals. Ask questions and see if it is a good fit for you!

📅 Tuesday, November 10
🕕 6:00 to 7:00 PM
📍 1017 N Riverside Ave, Medford
🍎 Light snacks and drinks provided
🌎 Interpretation available

Register here: https://forms.gle/JSp1onwJes6SGEke7

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¿Quiere aprender sobre el programa Comm Card? 💬 Venga a nuestra sesión informativa gratuita y aprenda estrategias para tener encuentros seguros y positivos con el personal de primera respuesta y otros profesionales de ayuda. ¡Haga preguntas y vea si es adecuado para usted!

📅 Martes, 10 de noviembre
🕕 6:00 a 7:00 p. m.
📍 1017 N Riverside Ave, Medford
🍎 Se ofrecerán bocadillos y bebidas
🌎 Interpretación disponible

Regístrese aquí: https://forms.gle/JSp1onwJes6SGEke7

10/14/2026

Reminder! We'll be at the SOU Fall Career Fair next Wednesday, October 21, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Rogue River Room at Stevenson Union. Come say hello! 👋

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¡Recordatorio! Estaremos en la Feria de Empleo de Otoño de SOU el próximo miércoles 21 de octubre, de 11:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m., en el Rogue River Room de Stevenson Union. ¡Venga a saludarnos! 👋

10/13/2026

Reminder! Our AI workshop for families and caregivers is one week away. Come see how one personalized portal can mean less repeating, less stress, and more consistent support.

📅 Tuesday, October 20
🕕 6:00 to 7:00 PM
📍 Living Opportunities Training Room, Medford

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZloLYLoaYDl7bKW5UVLnK2i67XSFjvkjJBRTecJC2R5qgGA/viewform

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¡Recordatorio! Falta una semana para nuestro taller de inteligencia artificial para familias y cuidadores. Descubra cómo un portal personalizado puede significar menos repetir, menos estrés y un apoyo más constante.

📅 Martes, 20 de octubre
🕕 6:00 a 7:00 p. m.
📍 Living Opportunities Training Room, Medford

Regístrese aquí: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZloLYLoaYDl7bKW5UVLnK2i67XSFjvkjJBRTecJC2R5qgGA/viewform

10/12/2026

Have questions about SSI and working while receiving benefits? We have so much to learn together! 💛

Join Christine Guzman, Work Incentive Coordinator with Spokes Unlimited's Work Incentive Network (WIN), for SSI Chronicles, a virtual series about Social Security income benefits.

You'll learn about:
• SSA benefits basics, eligibility and entitlement
• Income, resources and reporting requirements
• Working while receiving benefits and work incentives
• Ticket to Work vs. Trial Work Period

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕙 10:00 to 11:30 AM
💻 Virtual. The link will be sent when you register.
🌎 Interpretation available

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!
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¿Tienes preguntas sobre el SSI y cómo trabajar mientras recibes beneficios? ¡Hay tanto que descubrir juntos! 💛

Únete a Christine Guzman, coordinadora de incentivos laborales de Spokes Unlimited, Work Incentive Network (WIN), en Crónicas del SSI, una serie en línea sobre los beneficios del Seguro Social.

📅 Jueves 15 de octubre
🕙 10:00 a 11:30 a. m.
💻 Virtual. El enlace se mandará al registrarte.
🌎 Interpretación accesible

¡Escanea el código QR del volante para inscribirte hoy!

10/11/2026

Veterans, this one's for you 💛 Third Thursday Veteran Outreach is Thursday, Oct 15, 11am to 1pm at 601 N. Grape St, Medford. There's a free hot dog lunch, homeless screenings, and a chance to connect with local agencies. Hosted by ColumbiaCare Veterans Resource Center. This is the last one until spring!

10/09/2026

👋 We'll be at the SOU Fall Career Fair!

Looking for meaningful work? Come find The Arc Jackson County at the Southern Oregon University Fall Career Fair. Stop by our table and say hello!

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
🕕 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
📍 Rogue River Room, Stevenson Union, Southern Oregon University

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👋 ¡Estaremos en la Feria de Empleo de Otoño de SOU!

¿Busca un trabajo significativo? Visite a The Arc Jackson County en la Feria de Empleo de Otoño de Southern Oregon University. ¡Pase por nuestra mesa a saludarnos!

📅 Miércoles, 21 de octubre de 2026
🕕 11:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m.
📍 Rogue River Room, Stevenson Union, Southern Oregon University

10/07/2026

Beyond Behavior: Understanding the Neurodivergent Brain, presented by Central Oregon Disability Support Network, is Wednesday, October 7th from 5:30 to 7:00pm via Zoom.

10/06/2026

Grab your costume and join us for our October JCSA meeting! 🎃👻 Costumes are encouraged but not required.

🗳️ Voter registration will be available during the meeting
📋 See the civic engagement toolkit JCSA members helped create

📅 Wednesday, October 7
🕕 6:00 to 7:30 PM
📍 1017 N. Riverside Ave., Medford

Don't miss The Arc Halloween Dance on Friday, October 23! Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
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¡Trae tu disfraz y acompáñanos en nuestra reunión de JCSA de octubre! 🎃👻 Se recomienda usar disfraz, pero no es obligatorio.

🗳️ Habrá registro de votantes durante la reunión
📋 Conoce la guía de participación cívica que ayudaron a crear los miembros de JCSA

📅 Miércoles 7 de octubre
🕕 6:00 a 7:30 p. m.
📍 1017 N. Riverside Ave., Medford

¡No te pierdas el Baile de Halloween de The Arc el viernes 23 de octubre! Escanea el código QR para inscribirte.

Address

311 S. Holly Street
Medford, OR
97501

Website

http://www.thearcjackson.org/

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