7-12 Friday Newsletter

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Friday Newsletter

Staff Reminders

Arc Email: Please be checking your ne-arc email regularly. We recommend that you download the Outlook app on your smartphone.

Zoom Phone: Please make sure you are utilizing your Zoom phone associated with your Northeast Arc account. If you do not have a Zoom phone, please reach out to the Staffing Coordinator.

Progress Notes: All Progress Notes are due in Netsmart by Monday at 9:00 am.

Remember to e-sign your progress notes. If you are unable to submit your progress notes on time, please notify the Staffing Coordinator immediately.

Shadowing Opportunity

We’reofferinganexcitingopportunityfornewstaffin theGPSprogramtoshadowexperiencedGPSproviders duringtheirsessions.Thisexperiencewillgiveyou valuableinsightsinto:

Thestructureandflowofatypicalsession Clientinteractionsandcommunicationstrategies Practicalapplication

Attheendofthesession,youwillhavethechancetoask questionsandgainfurtherinsightsfromtheprovider.

ForourexperiencedGPSproviders:Weareseekingyour willingnesstohavenewstaffobserveyoursessions. Yourexpertiseisinvaluableinhelpingournewteam memberspreparefortheirfirstclients.

Ifyou’reinterestedinshadowingorbeingshadowed, pleasecontactthestaffingcoordinator.

Let’sworktogethertosupportournewteammembers!

(DIS)ABILITYJOB SEARCHGROUP

This virtual group will work best when everyone participates! Be ready to communicate, ask questions, and learn from others Please feel free to attend with a job coach, support person, etc

JULY

29

11:00 AM12:00 PM

VIA ZOOM

Topics include:

July 29th - Disability Friendly

Job Search

August 12th - TBD

August 26 - TBD

RochesterWorks is an equal opportunity program

Examples of a disability include, but are not limited to, vision impairment, deaf/hard of hearing, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, etc

DPPC | Reporting Abuse & Neglect of

Persons with Disabilities

Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC)

This course will review:

The role of the DPPC as an agency

The prevalence of violence and abuse against people with disabilities

What is mandated reporting and who are mandated reporters?

Recognizing and reporting abuse and neglect

Identifying abuse indicators

What happens post-report

The DPPC is now offering live online training for mandated reporting professionals. This training provides education related to recognizing, reporting, and responding to the abuse of people with disabilities.

JULY 25 1:00-2:30 PM

NeurodiversePeerSupportGroup

Ledbyfellowneurodiversepeers,our sessionscoveravarietyoftopics relevanttoourcommunity,including navigatingeverydaychallenges, celebratingourstrengths,and discussingstrategiesforself-careand self-advocacy.

JULY 18, 2024 5:00-6:00 PM

Whetheryou'reontheautism spectrum,haveADHD,dyslexia, oranyotherneurodivergent conditions,you'llfind understandingandacceptance amongyourpeersinour

NDPSG.Wemeetthefirstand thirdThursdayofeverymonth onZoomfrom5-6pm

17 JULY 2024 7:00 PM @

AMERICANSWITH DISABILITIESACT CELEBRATION

This July marks Disability Pride Month and also the 34th anniversary of the signing of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Understanding Our Differences is joining with Newton’s Commission on Disability and the Newton Free Library to present a dialogue about disability through a moderated panel of local speakers with disabilities, “What does disability pride mean to you?” followed by a Q&A and discussion with the audience

This special event will take place on Wednesday, July 17th at 7:00pm in the Druker Auditorium at Newton Free Library, 330 Homer Street in Newton.

Disability pride presents people with disabilities as people living their lives in plain view, proud of their identity as being disabled During this lively panel discussion, you will hear and learn from the authentic voices of people with disabilities, who will reflect on their life experiences and welcome conversation.

July 2024 Community Events

MONTHLY BIRD WALKS - CAMBRIDGE

Saturday, July 20 | Click Here

Magazine Beach Park's unique greenspace offers an urban oasis along the Charles River for migrating and common birds to stop by and enjoy. Bring your binoculars (or borrow a pair of ours) to observe waterfowl and waders on the river, songbirds in the trees and brush, and more.

MUSICAL BINGO - BOSTON

Every Tuesday | Click Here

ACG will provide a safe, fun and supportive environment for people with disabilities to discover and enjoy the sport of climbing ACG volunteers will help fit gear, guide new climbers, and belay the ropes

BEVERLYFARMER’SMARKETBEVERLY,MA

Every Monday | Click Here

The Beverly Farmers’ Market supports local agriculture while making healthy food available to all members of the Beverly community at affordable prices.

SUMMER MOVIE SERIES - FREE BEVERLY

Every Sunday until Aug. 10 | Click Here

Come and enjoy a movie under the stars at Lynch Park in Beverly, MA Summer movie series is free to all Movie starts at sundown

FREE BODY & BRAIN YOGA CLASSLAWERENCE

Saturday, July 27 | Click Here

Body & Brain yoga class not only trains your body but helps center your awareness inside yourself Through our signature breathing postures you will accumulate energy and strengthen your core, leaving you feeling recharged, relaxed, and refreshed

July 2024 Community Events

OLDE IPSWICH DAYS ART & CRAFTS FAIR - IPSWICH

July 26-28 | Click Here

Olde Ipswich Days is a non-profit event, presenting a wide variety of quality arts and crafts to be appreciated outdoors in beautiful Ipswich, MA.

BANDS ON THE BEACH - FREE SALISBURY

Every Saturday @ 7:30 pm| Click Here

Grab your chairs and blankets and enjoy some fun summer tunes, Saturdays at 7:30PM on the Salisbury Oceanfront Stage Benches and picnic tables available and plenty of dancing room for everyone!

DAV BEACH PARTY - LYNN

Saturday, July 27 | Click Here

Join us for an afternoon filled with music, games, raffles, and good vibes. Whether you're a beach lover or just looking for a fun time, this family friendly event is perfect for everyone.

WEEKLYGAMING@WEGMANSBURLINGTON,MA

Wednesday, July 17 | Click Here

Looking to meet new people? Come and join us for our weekly boardgaming session upstairs at Wegmans in Burlington. You’re in for a real treat!

BLUEBERRY & FLOWER FESTIVAL - HAVERHILL

July 20-21, 27-28 | Click here

This multi-weekend event features free live music, outdoor hard cider bar, family-friendly activities, hayrides, visiting food trucks, homemade blueberry treats, cut-your-own flowers and PYO blueberries!

July 2024 Community Events

CLASSIC POETRY READING NIGHT - PEABODY, MA

Friday, July 19 | Click here

Come and meet us at the Starbucks inside Barnes and Noble in Peabody. Books and print outs will be provided. No prior reading is expected. We will have a fun night of reflecting upon timeless works of poetry.

INCLUSIVE SUMMER CRAFT NIGHT - WAKEFIELD

Thursday, July 18 | Click here

Time to get in the summer spirit and join a night of summer-themed crafts, listening to music, and hanging out with friends Registration is required, cost $15 00

FOOD TRUCK FESTIVALGLOUCESTER

Wednesday, July 17| Click Here

Join us for an evening of fun, food, and family at the Bluefin Blowout's - Bites By The Sea food truck extravaganza, benefiting the Alzheimer's Association

SALEM SHUFFLE SCAVENGER HUNT - SALEM, MA

Every day, 11 am & 2 pm | Click Here

Your creative, nontraditional scavenger hunt begins at a scenic spot that's a local favorite. You'll get your digital quest from your live and interactive remote host. Then you’ll take off on your own to experience a wide variety of carefully curated locations in town.

PEER SUPPORT GROUP FOR ADULTS WITH ASD - VIRTUAL

Sunday, July 28 | Click Here

Come meet fellow adults with autism and ADHD. We cover different topics each week and give you a chance to connect with other adults on the spectrum. We look forward to meeting you!

Northeast Arc’s Recreation program gives our clients the opportunity to engage with peers and find events they will enjoy. Although you cannot attend recreationwithyourclients,thisisagreatresourcetoshowthemandtoworkon signingupforeventsduringyoursessions.

Summer Session

June 17th – August 24th

Please Note: Prior to attending any recreation activities, registration and an intake is required.

HOWTO PUNCHIN& PUNCHOUT

ACCESS YOUR ZOOM PHONE

Once the Zoom app is opened, click the Phone button, then click the keypad button.

CALLING KRONOS

In order to punch in, you need to call the time and attendance line. The number is 978-226-4865.

You will be asked to enter your employee ID, then press #.

This will punch you in.

To punch out, repeat this process.

REMEMBER YOUR PUNCH IN/OUT TIME

It is important to remember what time you punched in and out.

The start and end time on your progress note should match your punch in and out time.

When you arrive for your scheduled shift, you need to punch in. To punch in, open the Zoom app on your mobile device.

Matthew Ataya Autism Coaching

Matthew Ataya College Navigation

Matthew Ataya Agency with Choice

Matthew Ataya Social Group

Kailey Taggart A Weekend to Remember: Respite Program

Kailey Taggart

As a valued member of our team, we want to make sure you have the best support in your role. It is important to know who your point of contact is for your program. Below you will find each program under Guided Personal Supports (GPS). The name of your supervisor will be next to your program. To ensure efficient communication, please reach out to your designated program supervisor. If it is urgent and your supervisor is unavailable, contact the Program Director or Program Coordinator. In Home Supports

MassHire

LEARN

ABOUT YOURSELF

One of the best ways to explore careers is to understand more about yourself.

What is MassHire?

MassHire is a statewide network of career centers in Massachusetts that provide employment and training services to job seekers, including individuals with developmental disabilities.

Career Cluster Inventory Learning Styles Survey

The Career Cluster Inventory helps you think about activities that you like and matches them to the 16 national career clusters. Learning more about your interests and how they fit with clusters is one way to find a career you will enjoy!

Answer a variety of questions that will generate results based on your interests.

Take a short survey to help identify the ways you learn best Knowing more about your learning style will make you a more effective learner. You will also get study tips for your learning style.

Job Search Assistance

MassHire career centers offer personalized job search assistance, including help with creating resumes, practicing interview skills, and identifying job opportunities that match the individual's skills and abilities.

Employer Connections

MassHire works closely with local employers and can help individuals with developmental disabilities connect with companies that are committed to hiring and supporting employees with disabilities.

Training Opportunities

MassHire offers various training programs and workshops that can help individuals with developmental disabilities acquire new skills or enhance existing ones, improving their employability.

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