Projects
Projects
PROJECT OUTPUTS
In the course of activities associated with Projects implementation, various products or outputs have been developed of interest to families with children experiencing disabilities. These have been developed by parents who themselves are raising young children with disabilities, to be shared with other parents encountering similar experiences. In this section you will find the following products or outputs:
- A catalog of recommended books and literature--Lending Library Catalog
- Places to go to with your child--A Community Mapping in the Portland Metro
Multnomah Parent Action Committee
The Multnomah Parent Action Committee (MPAC) is an energized group of parents and families of young children who come together to celebrate their children’s successes, glean from the experiences of others, and work together to build a community of parent empowerment and strength.
The services provided by MPAC are planned for parents, by parents, and include:
- Monthly Meetings
- Annual and Special Events
- Mini Grant Projects
- Newsletters
- Library and Computer Resources
- Networking Opportunities
- Volunteer Opportunities
Packet Project--growing strong families, advocates, and communities
In 2006, the Family Action Coalition Team received a three-year Community Impact grant from United Way of the Columbia-Willamette to support families of children receiving early intervention/early childhood special education services in family education and empowerment activities. This is a collaborative effort with the Multnomah Parent Action Committee, Multnomah Early Childhood Program, Oregon Technical Assistance Corporation, The Arc of Multnomah-Clackamas, The Inclusive Childcare Program, and Disability Navigators.
Parent Leadership and Mentoring
In November 2007, the Family Action Coalition Team (FACT) was awarded funding through the Spirit Mountain Community Fund to support more effective implementation of existing activities, create organizational stability for FACT, and mentor new parent leadership.
