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Family Engagement

Connecting Families ThroughAdvocacy & Engagement

The Arc of Monroe’s Family Engagement Initiative aims to provide families with a clear, accessible entry point to advocacy, engagement, and connection with The Arc of Monroe.

What We Do

The Arc of Monroe empowers people to live truly integrated lives and reach their full potential within a progressive community.

Services include:

  • Residential supports
  • Day services and community habilitation
  • Employment readiness and supported employment
  • Education and skill building
  • Self-advocacy and family support
  • Community inclusion and recreation

Family Engagement & Advocacy

The Arc of Monroe advocates for the rights and needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the local, state, and federal levels.

Families can:

  • Participate in advocacy campaigns
  • Join family education/support/training sessions and community conversations
  • Connect with self-advocacy groups such as Arc Alliance
  • Learn how to contact elected officials and share their story

Get Involved

Families are encouraged to get involved in ways that work best for them:

  • Become a member of The Arc of Monroe
  • Attend events and forums
  • Take part in advocacy and action alerts
  • Volunteer or support programs through giving
  • Share lived experiences to help inform advocacy efforts

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You do not have to navigate this alone. The Arc of Monroe is here to support, connect, and advocate alongside your family.

Bekka
Bekka Fifield

Questions? Reach out!

Primary Family Engagement & Advocacy Contact:

Bekka Fifield, Advocacy Manager

Office: (585) 271-0660 ext. 1308

Cell: (315) 955-9310

bfifield@arcmonroe.org.