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AZ Achieve, Self Advocacy & Leadership, Coalition Meeting. 11/17, 3:30PM. Meet our new staff member. You can join without registering. If you have already registered, you are all set. The Arc of Tempe, AZ Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, The Arc of AZ.
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Arizona Achieve, Self Advocacy and Leadership. Coalition Meeting. Monday, Nov. 17, 3:30PM. Meet our new staff member. You can join without registering. If you have already registered, you are all set. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81145823260?pwd=xsJ9J3c5gYFcLybofQCH9nijh0WUKN.1 The Arc of Tempe, Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, The Arc of Arizona.
November 14, 2025 at 10:58 PM
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Join AHCCCS for the final webinar on the Emergency Rule for ALTCS HCBS Assessments for Children under 18. 11/17, 6:00-7:30PM. Attend via Zoom. Detailed overview of draft policies released for public comment, learn how to share feedback & stay involved.
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Join AHCCCS for an informative webinar on the Emergency Rule for ALTCS HCBS Assessments for Children under 18. Monday, November 17. 6:00-7:30PM. Attend via Zoom. Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System. https://ow.ly/gQ9e50XpJQP
November 14, 2025 at 10:41 PM
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Kindness isn’t just about being polite, it’s about making sure everyone feels included, especially people w/ disabilities.
Saying hi. Making space in conversation. Learning about accessibility. Small acts can break down barriers. It’s not about doing something big. It’s about doing something better.
"In a world where you can be anything, BE KIND." -Clare Pooley. The Arc of US Facebook Post Kindness isn’t just about being polite, it’s about making sure everyone feels included, especially people with disabilities. Saying hi. Making space in a conversation. Learning about accessibility. These small acts can break down big barriers. It’s not about doing something big. It’s about doing something better. #WorldKindnessDay Be Kind. The Arc.
November 13, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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Join AHCCCS for an informative webinar on the Emergency Rule for ALTCS HCBS Assessments for Children under 18. 11/13, 10:00-11:30am. Attend via Zoom. Detailed overview of draft policies, public comment process, timelines, & opportunities for engagement. Register. ow.ly/oZxb50XqzBl
Join AHCCCS for an informative webinar on the Emergency Rule for ALTCS HCBS Assessments for Children under 18. Thursday, November 13. 10:00am-11:30am. Attend via Zoom. Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System.
November 12, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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SANDS Walk for Down Syndrome. Presented by Special Eats. 11/15, 10am-2pm. Tucson Convention Center Grand Ballroom. 260 S Church Ave. New Timeline-10AM-Doors open, 11AM-Walk begins, 12PM-Entertainment/Food Trucks. Resource Fair, Arcade, Face Paining/More. charity.pledgeit.org/SANDSWALK
Celebrate with us! SANDS Walk for Down Syndrome. 25 years of walking for Down syndrome! Presented by our Title Sponsor Special Eats. Saturday, November 15, 2025. 10am-2pm. Tucson Convention Center Grand Ballroom. 260 S Church Ave. Tucson, AZ. New Timeline-10AM-Doors open. 11AM-Walk begins. 12PM-Entertainment and Food Trucks. Resource Fair, Arcade, Face Paining, and More. Volunteers Needed. Attention Please! 1. No outside food or drink permitted. 2. No pets. Trained service animals only. 3. Use Parking Lot B. Contact us info@sandsaz.org New Site https://charity.pledgeit.org/SANDSWALK
November 12, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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Club Zeus Christmas Night Party. Music, Drink, Food. 12/13, 6pm-9pm. 2700 E Speedway Blvd 17 & Up. Tickets $10 for every attendee including caregivers. Available online only www.clubzeus.org. For adults w/ disabilities, their friends, families, & caregivers. Questions? Call 520-609-9965.
Club Zeus Christmas Night Party. Music, Drink, Food. December 13, 6pm-9pm. 2700 E Speedway Blvd Tucson, AZ 85719. $10 Online. 17 and Up. Tickets $10 for every attendee including caregivers. Available online only at www.clubzeus.org. Our events are for adults with disabilities, their friends, families, and caregivers. Questions? Call 520-609-9965.
November 11, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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City of Tucson Parks and Recreation. TR Night Out. Ages 18 +
Nov 21-Paint Night
Dec. 19-Holiday Movie and Gift Making.
5 to 8pm. Therapeutic Rec Center. 1000 S. Randolph Way. $5 per session. Includes activity, pizza, and drink. Spots are limited. Please call 520-791-4504 to save your spot.
City of Tucson Parks and Recreation. TR Night Out. Ages 18 + Nov 21-Paint Night Dec. 19-Holiday Movie and Gift Making. 5 to 8pm. Therapeutic Recreation Center. 1000 S. Randolph Way. $5 per session. Includes activity, pizza, and drink. Spots are limited. Please call 520-791-4504 to save your spot.
November 11, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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1 AHCCCS draft policies via Emergency Rule for ALTCS HCBS assessments under 18. Public Comment through 11/24. 1620-17A: HCBS Needs Tool/revised, 1620-17B: Child Tool Guidance/revised, 1620-17C: Adult Tool Guidance/ revised, ACOM 450: Extraordinary Care Review for Minors. ow.ly/Hrk750XpJQK
AHCCCS Announces Public Comment Period and Public Forums on Emergency Rule Draft Policies for ALTC HCBS Assessments for Children. Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System.
November 11, 2025 at 8:04 PM
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SNAP cuts never should have happened. Thanks to you, lawmakers have been flooded w/ messages urging Congress to reverse these harmful cuts. Many people who were already struggling are being pushed to the edge. Keep the pressure on Congress. Tell them to protect SNAP benefits now! bit.ly/43pKGDp
"I'm a single mother taking care of my son, who has disabilities. Even with my part-time job, we barely make it through each month. We count on these food stamps to survive. Please don't make us go without food." -Mom from Missouri
November 11, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Care 4 the Caregivers. For Good: A Celebration of Caregivers. 11/23,4:45PM. Hosted at Harkins Theaters in Chandler, Flagstaff, & Tucson. Space is limited. care4thecaregivers.org/event/for-go...
Care 4 the Caregivers. For Good: A Celebration of Caregivers. Sunday November 23, 2025 at 4:45PM. Hosted at Harkins Theaters in Chandler, Flagstaff, and Tucson. (Space is limited, see website for details. In partnership with UMB Bank, Absolute HCBS, ArionCare. Scan the QR Code or go to https://care4thecaregivers.org/event/for-good-tucson-celebration-of-caregivers-2/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOAchVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFPR1o4Z05MQnVIWHJtWTlIc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiri_2V8WrRJzxQs9M_DRUinR9GWpYcBRQeKEKIUn0j28nNNPywRmpWJaK5r_aem_m6fiKdJFaBetYXJjMBKaXg
November 11, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Please Join Us for This Free Event. TEVA Community. Co-hosted by Tucson Spellers. TucsonSpellers.org Silently Louder. New music by nonspeaking autistic song writers, performed by folksinger Brian Laidlaw. Saturday, Nov 15, 1PM. The U of A Poetry Center. 1508 East Helen Street, Tucson. Following up on a memorable event in 2023, Brian Laidlaw returns to the Poetry Center to perform a set of new songs composed by nonspeaking autistic lyricists. The songs by these spellers (whose motor-control challenges prevent them from reliably speaking aloud, but who use keyboards or letterboards to communicate eloquently in writing) capture an extended spectrum of human experience, silly and sublime, visionary and irreverent, celebrating all the ways a mind can rock and roll. Free Family Event! Thank you to our sponsors: Myra Reinhard Family Foundation. Blackbaud Family Matters.
November 10, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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Webinar Tonight-AHCCCS Emergency Rule for ALTCS HCBS Assessments for Children under 18. 11/10. 6:00-7:30pm. Attend vis Zoom. Read on for registration info.

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Join AHCCCS for an informative webinar on the Emergency Rule for ALTCS HCBS Assessments for Children under 18. November 10. 6:00-7:30pm. Attend vis Zoom. Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System. https://ahcccs.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UiSse1zXQOWUifMAWnnzOA?_x_zm_rtaid=7ArIHbxDSUCGx2PQqASzkQ.1762287528235.b6983404ff11dcb79d5bb3aa47e1fc2f&_x_zm_rhtaid=451#/registration
November 10, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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Check out some great events happening this week and month from Care 4 the Caregivers. Read on to learn more and for registration information.

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Care 4 the Caregivers-Coming Up This Week 11.11: Phoenix-Friends of the Orpheum Theater-Psycho 11/11: Mesa-Dinner @ Blue Adobe Grill 11/12: Virtual-Support group, ages 13 + 11/13: Virtual-Support group, ages 0-12 11/13: Virtual-BYOB 11/14: Tucson-Caregiver's Night Out 11/15: Phoenix, Restorative Yoga 11/16: Chandler-Brunch @ The Stillery Scan the QR Code For Details or https://care4thecaregivers.org/events/
November 10, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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Happening Today! Read on to learn more about this great Day of Connection Webinar hosted by Care 4 the Caregivers.

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Care 4 the Caregivers-November 7th-A Day of Connection. We understand that caregivers right now need access to reliable daycare, employment, and housing stability. During this day of connection you will learn about local resources and work one to one with social workers and family support specialist to get the help you need today! Agenda: 10:00-10:15-Welcome Care 4 the Caregivers 10:15-10:35-Encircle Families 10:40-11:00-Arizona Caregiver Coalition 11:05-11:25-A New Leaf 11:30-11:50-Southwest Human Development-Birth to 5 hotline 11:55-12:15-St. Joseph the Worker 12:15-3:00-One to One Connection During the One to One Connection time you will be able to get into a private breakout room with a Social Worker or a Family Support Specialist who will work with you to find resources and supports in your local area. Created in collaboration with: Encircle Families, Arizona Caregiver Coalition, St. Joseph the Worker, Southwest Human Development, A New Leaf. https://care4thecaregivers.org/event/virtual-day-of-connection/?fbclid=IwY2xjawN7A2xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlSFNQOW1tMEQ2VmN0V1l6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnUc4oEnSdkhJd-HDQQJfcgzVvTfAGJ6OvMpbqF_aMGzgZOvOBx4dhdR1UIN_aem_zmLWDhcPTj6OHRBdhG6fVQ
November 7, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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TODAY-The AZ Disability Advocacy Coalition - AZDAC & AZ Statewide Independent Living Council-Virtual Community Town Hall to discuss how the federal government shutdown is affecting people w/ disabilities in AZ. 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (AZ time).
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November 7, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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SANDS Walk for Down Syndrome. 11/15, 10AM-2PM. Tucson Convention Center Grand Ballroom. New Timeline! 10AM-Doors Open, 11AM-Walk Begins, 12PM-Entertainment & Food Trucks. Resource Fair, Arcade, Dancing, Face Painting, & More. charity.pledgeit.org/SANDSWALK
Celebrate with us! SANDS Walk for Down Syndrome. 25 years of walking for Down Syndrome. Presented by our Title Sponsor Special Eats. Saturday, November 15, 2025. 10AM-2PM. Tucson Convention Center Grand Ballroom. 260 S. Church Ave Tucson, AZ 85701. New Timeline! 10AM-Door Open, 11AM-Walk Begins, 12PM-Entertainment & Food Trucks. Resource Fair, Arcade, Dancing, Food Trucks, Face Painting, and More. Attention Please! 1. No outside food or drinks permitted. 2. No Pets. Trained service animals only. 3. Use PARKING LOT B. Contact us: info@sandsaz.org New site: https://charity.pledgeit.org/SANDSWALK
November 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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April dreamed of living on her own, but not being able to read made everyday tasks feel impossible. Tech coaches helped her use a text-to-speech app that reads everything out loud, even her handwritten notes. Now April reads her mail, cooking instructions, and medication labels by herself. She's one step closer to the independent life she wants. School used to cause Joshua deep anxiety. Tech coaches introduced him to interactive learning apps to help him with schoolwork. Now, Joshua's thriving in school, and even building friendships that once seemed impossible.
November 7, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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People w/ disabilities are 3 times less likely to be online. Tech can open doors when it's accessible. Through our partnership w/ Comcast, people like Alex/April/ Joshua
are learning digital skills. Learn about Project UP-Comcast's
$1 billion initiative to bridge the digital divide. bit.ly/47Db3aj
More Than a Device: How Tech Opens Doors for People with Disabilities. The Arc of the US Facebook Post People with disabilities are 3 times less likely to be online. Technology can open doors to independence for them, but only if it's accessible and inclusive. Through our partnership with Comcast, people like Alex, April, and Joshua, are learning the digital skills they need to chase their goals, connect with others, and live more independently. Each story is a reminder: with the right tools and training, anything is possible. Read the full blog to learn more about Project UP, Comcast’s $1 billion initiative to bridge the digital divide—one person at a time. https://bit.ly/47Db3aj Alex lost his job during the COVID-19 pandemic. He found purpose again thanks to a tablet and personalized training. His tech coaches taught him how to use the tablet's navigation apps, which led to a new job with a food delivery company.
November 7, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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TODAY-AHCCCS Webinar on the Emergency Rule for ALTCS, HCBS Assessments for Children under 18. Learn about the rule, upcoming changes, draft policies, & how to stay engaged in the process. 2:30–4:00 p.m. Read on to learn more/register.

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Join AHCCCS for an informative webinar on the Emergency Rule for ALTCS HCBS Assessments for Children under 18. Thursday, November 6. 2:30-4:00PM. Attend via Zoom. Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System.
November 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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People are losing food assistance, like SNAP/WIC.
People w/ disabilities/families/older adults are being pushed to the edge. Soon, they may have to choose between food/other essentials, like rent/heat. Food is not a luxury/no one should
have to go hungry. Contact Congress.
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FOOD IS NOT OPTIONAL. It's dignity, stability, and survival. The Arc of the US Facebook Post People are already losing food assistance, like SNAP and WIC. This isn’t a warning; it’s happening now. People with disabilities, families, and older adults are being pushed to the edge. Soon, they might have to choose between food and other essentials, like rent or heat. Food is not a luxury, and no one should have to go hungry. Tell Congress to protect food assistance NOW: https://bit.ly/4nD0NVm
November 6, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Caregivers do + than most know. They’re advocates/ organizers/nurses/companions. Nov-National Family
Caregivers Month. Time to recognize those who help make life easier for people w/ disabilities. The work is full of challenges/love/deserves recognition. Thanks AARP for the newest caregiving stats.
1 in 4 adults is a caregiver. The Arc of the US Facebook Post Caregivers do more than most people realize. They’re advocates, organizers, nurses, and companions. Often all at once. November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize those who help make daily life easier for people with disabilities. We know the work is both full of challenges and love, and it deserves recognition every day, not just this month. Thank you to AARP for the newest care giving stats. "There are only four kinds of people in the world-those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers." Rosalynn Carter.
November 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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We changed our clocks back an hour this weekend, but we can’t let time roll back 50 years on the rights of students w/ disabilities. The promise of IDEA changed lives. It only works if it’s enforced. W/out people to protect the law, millions of students are at risk. Contact Congress. bit.ly/3WugMKv
November 6, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Arizona Disability Advocacy Coalition -Virtual Town Hall. Impact of the Shutdown on People with Disabilities. Friday, November 7, 2025. 12-2:00PM. -Arizona WIC Program -Vocational Rehabilitation -Arizona Food Bank Network. -Other Resources For questions, contact David Carey at (602) 365-0987 or david@azsilc.org https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UgMDUa7MRjmGieSHMIB4Vg?fbclid=IwY2xjawN5jMRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFXMlRSMjFFSGs1cEZuTTlRc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgJ10xaB2-ei983Qh2ZaMKWPIjWdZIPjlPEZRDOEnlM1_AK9_ELubeqkNAhm_aem_vubLub6ZWCELFyuM4A4zgg#/registration
November 6, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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Check out the great events hosted by Care 4 the Caregivers this week. Learn more and find details on the events calendar.
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Care 4 the Caregivers-Coming Up This Week 11/7-Virtual- Peaceful Pathways at-home yoga. 11/7-Phoenix-Caregiver Coffee Cafe 11/7-Virtual-Day of Connection gathering for community resources and support. 11/8-Vail-Coffee Meetup 11/8-Phoenix-Tempe Town Lake event 11/8-Virtual-Spanish support group 11/9-Marana-Hiking at Sanctuary Cove care4thecaregivers.org/events
November 5, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Autism Society of Southern Arizona, Autistic Artistry Pop Up Show. Join us to see the beauty created by local Autistic minds! Saturday, November 8, 2025. 10AM-2PM at 2302 Speedway Blvd, Suite 112.
Autism Society of Southern Arizona, Autistic Artistry Pop Up Show. Join us to see the beauty created by local Autistic minds! Saturday, November 8, 2025. 10AM-2PM at 2302 Speedway Blvd, Suite 112.. Thank You to Our Media Sponsor, KGUN 9.
November 5, 2025 at 2:37 PM