November 2019 eNews
UPCOMING PARENT EVENTS
See a complete list of this month's parent trainings .
NOVEMBER FAMILY FUN
Check out the fun activities planned this month.
ONLINE RESOURCE
The U.S. Department of Education-funded Center for Parent Information and Resources has a resource library with information for families raising children with disabilities, including webinars, articles, stand-alone pages, and publications. The center also has resources in Spanish .
RESEARCH STUDY
Parents can earn a $25 gift card for participating in a University of Oregon research study to learn about parents' experiences with K-12 special education services.
ARC OREGON SURVEY
The Arc Oregon is conducting a community awareness survey to learn how familiar Oregonians are with The Arc   and its work around the state. Take the survey  by Nov. 6. If you provide your contact at the end of the survey, you’ll be entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon.com gift card!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Halloween is a wrap, and now it's time to let the holiday feasting commence!

At this time of year, Families Connected would like to extend its gratitude to all the families, community partners, volunteers and donors who have made this another great year.

We wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!

For those who may need assistance this holiday, check out these options for Thanksgiving Meals .
Families Connected will host a Vision Board Conversation this Sunday, Nov. 3, to brainstorm activities for the year ahead. Come share your ideas and help us shape the family network for the coming year!

Also, don't miss the Friendometry Training on Monday, Nov. 4 and learn how to help make connections for your children.

Lastly, parents and children are invited to give their input on the Arc Park at Community Visioning Workshops on Nov. 6 in Springfield and Nov. 7 in Eugene. Come see the design and give your feedback!
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Volunteers are needed to help with Tree of Joy gift wrapping and the Families Connected holiday parties. Sign up if you can lend a helping hand.

In addition, if you would like to purchase a gift for someone this holiday season, please contact us for a Tree of Joy gift tag.
The Arc Families Connected
provides peer support to parents on their journey of raising a child with a disability.