The Arc of Livingston understands that the early school years of life can be stressful for families. We seek to support families with school-aged children through these budding years.
The Arc has Knowledge about:
- IDEA and Michigan Special Education Law
- Rights and responsibilities at the local and state level in the school system
- Mediation, hearing, legal process/rights and protections, IEP and IFSP process, MET and 504 regulations
- Child Care
- Mental health services
- Rights and responsibilities within the mental health system
- Family Independence Agency services
- Disability benefits
- Various parent support groups in the community
The Arc provides Advocacy:
- Within educational, mental health, social welfare and community system
- Tools for self-advocacy
The Arc offers Support:
- Holistic - we support the family as a whole
- Emotional - we always have time to talk
- Life needs - transportation, household, resources in the community
The Arc is a Compass that:
- Points in the right direction
- Networks to other community services/resources
- Links to additional resources
The Arc in Action:
- Attends IEP’s
- Attends PCP’s
- Forms support groups
- Offers training
The Arc is a Network that:
- Brings parents together
- Brings agencies together
- Brings the community together
- Develops volunteers for support
The Arc has Opportunities to:
- Volunteer, give back and make a difference
- Get to know other families and members of the Arc
- Support people with disabilities. This builds our community and lots of hands make light work.
Arc seeks to be responsive and supportive to families with children with disabilities. Please join the Arc community by giving us a call at (517) 546-1228 or by email at
pnowak@arclivingston.org. We are located at 1044
Durant Drive, Suite 1, Howell, Michigan 48843.
