Events
Community Activity—Easter Egg Hunt—Kinton Grange
April 03 2010
Event Web site:
Event Description
Easter Egg Hunt starts PROMPTLY at 12 Noon. Activities will be held rain or shine. If your child will be participating they need to arrive by 11:30am. This event is wheelchair accessible.
After the hunt there will be a POTLUCK PICNIC--ham, rolls, coffee, children's punch, cookies, and ice cream will be provided. PLEASE bring a casserole or salad large enough to feed 10 people.
Call or email Cathy c.schaefer3@verizon.net or Zach z.klassen@verizon.net at The Arc of Washington County at 503.649.6110 by March 31, 2010 to register the number of people who will be attending and if you will bring a casserole or salad.
Download flyer in English and en espanol.
En espanol
Community Activity—One Very Special Evening Prom—Beaverton
April 30 2010 | 7PM - 9:30PM
Event Web site:
Event Description
The 3rd annual prom for special education students in high school and transition programs in Beaverton will be held on Friday, April 30, 2010 from 7pm - 9:30pm at the Sunset Presbyterian Church Gymnasium--14986 NW Cornell Road, Portland, 97229. Prom attire is optional. Parents are welcome to attend.
Music, dancing, refreshments, air-brush tattoos,
Prom photos and limousine rides for $5 fee each.
For more information and to RSVP, please email oneveryspecialevening@comcast.net.
2010 Oregon Disability MEGACONFERENCE
June 03 2010 - June 05 2010
Event Web site: http://oregonmegaconference.org/index.html
Event Description
The Oregon Disability Mega Conference is a 3-day, cross-disability conference uniting people with disabilities, their families, community organizations and service providers together to share information and encourage a statewide dialogue on important shared issues.
Hilton Eugene & Conference Center
66 East 6th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
Visit the MegaConference website often for updates as they occur. 
Special Education PTA of Portland (SEPTAP)—March General Meeting
March 16 2010 | 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Event Web site: http://www.septap.org
Event Description
Please join us at our March general meeting on Tuesday, March 16, 2010, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm at the Beverly Cleary Fernwood Elementary School--1915 NE 33rd Avenue inPortland. We will welcome special guest Representative Sara Gelser (D-Corvallis), Chair of the House Education Committee, mother, disability advocate, and recent nominee to the National Council on Disability. We will also have reports on recent stakeholder meetings and focus groups, as well as hot topics, resources, and networking opportunities!
Download the MARCH FLYER. Please feel free to post it at your school and distribute copies to interested parents, staff and friends. Questions, contact septap.portland@gmail.com or visit SEPTAP on facebook.
Emerging Leaders NW—Youth Bowling
March 14 2010 | 10AM - 12PM
Event Web site:
Event Description
This will be a great opportunity to for young people with disabilities to learn about what we do, meet new friends and have a great time. Youth must RSVP to Sara Marinucci-Seevers, 503.494.7410 by Monday, March 8.
Emerging Leaders Northwest (ELNW) is a youth led resource center for young people with disabilities ages 13 – 30 which provides training and resources on leadership, independence, getting a high school diploma and going on to college, self-advocacy, employment skills and living a healthy lifestyle. Youth leaders facilitate training for their peers and act as mentors. Leaders may also gain valuable employment experience by participating in internships in business and non-profit entities.
Our meetings are held the fourth Friday of each month from 1:00 – 3:00 PM at the Child Development and Rehabilitation Center, Room 1125, 707 SW Gaines Street, Portland, OR 97207. For more infomration on ELNW, please feel free to contact Chuck Davis via email davichar@ohsu.edu or by calling 503.494.3281. ELNW Brochure.
Healthy Lifestyles—Estilos de Vida Saludables para Latinos con discapacidades
March 22 2010 - April 12 2010 | 1PM - 5PM
Event Web site:
Event Description
Únase a nosotros para asistir a unos talleres divertidos y educativos de cuatro días de 1 / 2 día cada uno. Los talleres le proporcionaran los conocimientos, habilidades y recursos para crear un estilo de vida saludable. Estilos de Vida Saludables adopta un enfoque global de la salud;
· Explore lo que significa bienestar para usted
· Establezca sus propias metas de bienestar
· Aprenda de sus compañeros y haga nuevos amigos
· Practique una clase de yoga, ejercicios de NIA y masaje
· Benefíciese de asistir a un grupo de apoyo por 6 meses una vez haya completado los talleres
Se ofrecerá una merienda saludable y el cuidado para niños!
Cuando
Lunes, Marzo 22
Lunes, Marzo 29
Lunes, Abril 5
Lunes, Abril 12th
Hora
1:00pm-5:00pm
Lugar
Augustana Lutheran Church
2710 NE 14th Avenue, Portland, OR 97212
El espacio es limitado se requiere registrarse!
Para registrarse y obtener mayor información contactar:
Clara Welsch 503-494-3642 welschc @ ohsu.edu
Downloadable FLYER in English
Downloadable FLYER en Español
Vision Screening—OHSU Casey Eye Institute and Oregon State Elks
March 20 2010 | 10AM
Event Web site:
Event Description
The first 100 families with children from 3-8 years of age and their siblings who sign up will be able to take part in this great event on Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 10am. This is an opportunity to obtain a FREE vision screening, using the PlusOptix Autorefractor--a simple tool that takes a quick video of your eyes in 15 seconds. At the same time enjoy a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt (with beeping eggs), courtesy of the Oregon State Elks and the Casey Eye Institute.
To register and to receive your "ticket" for this event, please email registration@factoregon.org or call 1.888.988.3228 by March 15, 2010.
En Español:
Le brindamos una oportunidad para obtener un examen de vista GRATUITO, con el PlusOptix Autorefractor--un instrumento simple que toma un corto video de su ojo en 15 segundos. Al mismo tiempo disfrute de una búsqueda divertida de huevos de Pascua (con huevitos que suenan), una cortesía de Oregon State Elks y el Instituto Casey Eye. Las primeras 100 familias con niños entre 3-8 años y sus hermanos que se inscriban podrán participar en este gran evento. Para inscribirse y recibir su "ticket", mande un correo electrónico registration@factoregon.org o llame al 1.888.988.3228 antes del 15 de marzo de 2010.
Sábado, 20 de marzo de 2010 10:00am
Casey Eye Institute 3375 SW Terwilliger Portland, OR 97239
Clackamas County 2010 Disability Resource Fair
March 18 2010 | 9AM - 1PM
Event Web site:
Event Description
The Disability Provider Network of Clackamas County is sponsoring the 2010 Clackamas County Disability Resource Fair, Thursday, March 18, 2010. There is no cost for this event. This Resource Fair is for Clackamas County residents to learn about resources and services available in the community.
Representatives from area agencies will be present to talk about education, training, and job search. Also featured will be organizations that assist with food, dental services, eye screenings, transportation (public and alternative), and MANY MORE! For more information, contact: Bridget Dazey, Disabliity Program Navigator, 503.657.1727 or bridget.dazey@wicco.org. Download Announcement Flyer.
TIME: March 18th, 2010 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
WHERE: Clackamas Community College
19600 Molalla Avenue, Oregon City, Oregon 97045
Gregory Forum Building
Community Activity—Sensory Saturdays at Canby Cinema 8
March 20 2010 | 9AM
Event Web site: http://www.4paws4curtis.com/sensorysaturdaymovies.htm
Event Description
Sensory Saturday is for kids (and adults) with special needs or with just sensory issues. On a monthly basis Canby Cinema 8 will open their doors for children and their families for a Sensory Saturday movie. All movies are going to be Family oriented. On Saturday, March 20, 2010, the movie is "Diary of a Whimpy Kid." Although this is a family movie, it is rated PG for some rude humor and language. For some insight visit "Diary of a Whimpy Kid."
- Canby Cinema 8 at 252 NE 2nd Avenue • Canby, Oregon 97013
- Cost is $6.50 each but if you buy 10 or more they are only $5.00 each.
- Lights will not be turned all the way down, sound will not be turned all the way up, and the kids can walk and or dance around, with no worry of disturbing the rest of the public.
- Half way in the movie there will be a 10 min break for all
- Children with special diets can bring in their own snacks (gluten and wheat free foods)
- Kids tray available for $3.00 comes with popcorn, drink and a fruit snack on a tray.
Come join us for Oregon’s first known Sensory Saturday Movie, Doors will be opening at 9:00am, box office opens 1/2 hour before the first show. We hope that you can help us spread the word on this extraordinary opportunity for the special need community.
For more information on specific dates and times, contact: Robin at 503.349.9170 or Linda Benjamin 503.819.0600 (General Manager of Canby Cinema8).
2010 ALL BORN ‘IN’—Cross-Disability Inclusion Conference
April 17 2010 | 8:30AM - 5:30PM
Event Web site: http://www.nwdsa.org/index.php/news/
Event Description
Tools, Networking and Inspiration for Parents and Professionals
For more information contact
Angela Jarvis-Holland 503.238.0522
2010 Keynote Speakers
Joy Zabala, Ph.D.
Teachers and parents want students to succeed, but a one-size-fits-all approach to education simply does not work. How can educators respond to individual differences? CAST’s solution is called Universal Design for Learning (UDL). UDL involves creating flexible methods and materials that accommodate learner differences. Dr. Zabala is the Director of Technical Assistance for the Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST), located in Wakefield, MA. Visit www.cast.org for more info.
Terri Couwenhoven, M.S.
Terri is the coordinator and health educator at the Down Syndrome Clinic at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. She is a certified sexuality educator and author of Teaching Children with Down Syndrome about Their Bodies, Boundaries, and Sexuality. She specializes in developing programs and resources that address healthy sexuality and relationship issues for people with developmental disabilities. See www.chw.org/display/PPF/DocID/33576/router.asp for more info.
Download flyer.
RISE—21st Annual Oregon Parent Training and Information Conference
April 30 2010 - May 01 2010
Event Web site: http://www.orpti.org/RISE2010.htm
Event Description
OrPTI's 21st annual statewide conference in partnership with the Jean Baton Swindells Resource Center, Oregon Department of Education-Office of Student Learning and Partnerships, and Juntos Podemos--bringing together parents, educators, and health professionals.
Cost of the conference includes registration and meals provided during the conference. Scholarships for parents are available. ON-LINE REGISTRATION is NOW OPEN! For more information contact OrPTI 1.888.505.2673 or info@orpti.org.
Parents: $150
Professionals: $175
Download the FLYER.
Autism Society of Oregon (ASO)—8th Annual Autism Walk-a-thon
April 18 2010 | 9:30AM registration 10:30AM walk begins
Event Web site: http://firstgiving.com/asoautismwalk
Event Description
8th annual Autism Walk-a-thon will be held on Sunday, April 18th at Oaks Park in SE Portland! In 2009, about 4,000 people attended this walk held during April, Autism Awarness Month, making it the largest autism event in Oregon. Families, friends, neighbors, teachers and strangers come together to show support for people living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
The registration desk opens at 9:30 a.m. The walk begins at 10:30 and the Oaks Park rides start up at 11:00 a.m. This is a short one mile walk around Oaks Park property. And afterwards, many people stay to partake in the exciting rides or take in a picnic at Oaks Park. ASO will have discounted ride braclets to purchase at a price of $12/each ($2 off retail price).
Entertainment: Incredible raffle items, BJ the Clown, Radio Disney, face painters and a killer craft table await you at the walk! For more information visit ASO's 8th Annual Walk-a-thon.
“Welcome to Holland…Now What?”—Parent Group for families who’ve recently received DD diagnosis
June 08 2010
Event Web site:
Event Description
"What is it like having a child who experiences a disability?" Emily Perl Kingsley wrote “Welcome to Holland” in 1987 answering the question. She shared, it is like planning for a trip to one location only to discover you have arrived somewhere else. Shocked and feeling unprepared, one can miss the beauty of the new destination. Join with other parents as we discover together the beauty and intrigue of our new destination. Repeats the second Tuesday (except February-see below) of each month from January thru June, at the United Way Community Center, Suite 102, 6:30pm - 8pm.
Some of the topics we will discuss and learn about:
- Disability is a natural part of life!
- Available resources (books, websites, groups)
- Different disability-specific and cross-disability parent groups
- Practical tips and tools from parents who "are taking the tour"
To ensure that we have enough space and materials, please register by emailing christy@factoregon.org or calliing 503.708.3986.
Interpretación al español disponible si lo solicitan.
2010_New_parent_group_Final.pdf 
“Welcome to Holland…Now What?”—Parent Group for families who’ve recently received DD diagnosis
May 11 2010 | 6:30 PM - 8PM
Event Web site:
Event Description
"What is it like having a child who experiences a disability?" Emily Perl Kingsley wrote “Welcome to Holland” in 1987 answering the question. She shared, it is like planning for a trip to one location only to discover you have arrived somewhere else. Shocked and feeling unprepared, one can miss the beauty of the new destination. Join with other parents as we discover together the beauty and intrigue of our new destination. Repeats the second Tuesday (except February-see below) of each month from January thru June, at the United Way Community Center, Suite 102, 6:30pm - 8pm.
Some of the topics we will discuss and learn about:
- Disability is a natural part of life!
- Available resources (books, websites, groups)
- Different disability-specific and cross-disability parent groups
- Practical tips and tools from parents who "are taking the tour"
To ensure that we have enough space and materials, please register by emailing christy@factoregon.org or calliing 503.708.3986.
Interpretación al español disponible si lo solicitan.
2010_New_parent_group_Final.pdf
“Welcome to Holland…Now What?”—Parent Group for families who’ve recently received DD diagnosis
April 13 2010 | 6:30PM - 8PM
Event Web site:
Event Description
"What is it like having a child who experiences a disability?" Emily Perl Kingsley wrote “Welcome to Holland” in 1987 answering the question. She shared, it is like planning for a trip to one location only to discover you have arrived somewhere else. Shocked and feeling unprepared, one can miss the beauty of the new destination. Join with other parents as we discover together the beauty and intrigue of our new destination. Repeats the second Tuesday (except February-see below) of each month from January thru June, at the United Way Community Center, Suite 102, 6:30pm - 8pm.
Some of the topics we will discuss and learn about:
- Disability is a natural part of life!
- Available resources (books, websites, groups)
- Different disability-specific and cross-disability parent groups
- Practical tips and tools from parents who "are taking the tour"
To ensure that we have enough space and materials, please register by emailing christy@factoregon.org or calliing 503.708.3986.
Interpretación al español disponible si lo solicitan.
2010_New_parent_group_Final.pdf
FACT Family Center-Positive Parenting for Challenging Behaviors Series—“How can I tell you this is”
March 13 2010 | 9AM - 12PM
Event Web site:
Event Description
How can I tell you this is itchy? is the third in a series of free workshops presented by Oregon Technical Association (OTAC) , in collaboration with Family and Community Together (FACT) presented around the Metro tri-county. Awareness of how to support communication and sensory challenges at home is the focus of this workshop. Presentation is from 9:00am - 11:00am, with question-and-answer and networking from 11am - NOON.
Through these workshops, parents will come away with information about:
- Behavior
- Support strategies
- Planning to help children who have communication and behavior issues lead a more self-directed and independent lives.
Attend one or all!.
To ensure that we have enough space and materials, please register by downloading and completing the Activity_Registration_Form.doc The completed registration form can be sent back to FACT via US Post (619 SW 11th Ave, Suite 102, Portland, OR 97205), fax (503.227.0346) or email to info@factoregon.org. For questions or more information, contact Christy at christy@factoregon.org or 503.708.3986.
Spanish language interpretation available upon request.
2010_Behavior_Sessions_Jan_Mar_2010.pdf 
En Español
2010_Crianza_positiva_de_hijos_con_conductas_desafiantes_Enero-Marzo.pdf
Los niños no vienen con un manual: Crianza positiva de hijos con conductas desafiantes Presentado por la Corporación de Asistencia Técnica de Oregon (OTAC) en colaboración con Familia y Comunidad Juntas (FACT). ¿Cómo te digo que esto me pica? Como respaldar la comunicación y los desafíos sensoriales en casa.
Estos talleres GRATUITOS darán información a padres sobre conductas, estrategias de apoyo, y planeamiento para ayudar a que los niños con problemas de comunicación y de conducta puedan llevar una vida mas independiente. ¡Todas estas sesiones son abiertas al público y puede asistir a una o a todas!
Para asegurar que haya espacio y materiales suficientes, por favor inscríbase al enviar un correo a christy@factoregon.org o al llamar el 503.708.3986. Interpretación al español disponible si lo solicitan.