The Arc of Larimer County

04/23/2026

🎬 Congratulations to our friends at CSU’s Department of Communication Studies for hosting another incredible ACT Film Festival!

The Arc of Larimer County staff had the opportunity to attend film screenings and were deeply moved by the powerful stories shared—stories that elevate human rights issues from around the world and center the lived experiences of people and communities too often unheard.

Thank you for creating such a meaningful space for learning, reflection, and connection. We’re grateful to be part of a community that continues to champion justice, dignity, and human rights through storytelling. 💛

04/22/2026

04/20/2026

📚 Feeling confused or overwhelmed after IEP or 504 meetings?

The Arc of Larimer County’s Parent Academy is a supportive learning series designed to help parents and caregivers confidently navigate their child’s educational plans and build stronger partnerships with their school teams.

📝 Interest forms are available in English and Spanish—scan the QR codes or use the links below to get started!

English Interest Form - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Uhsajm3-OkeU27hUfaUr3BezJhN1DoNBr4bKq0JzY2NUNUZTQ1M0OFFSREJKTzVBUFFBNTNZNFlZOS4u

Spanish Interest Form - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Uhsajm3-OkeU27hUfaUr3BezJhN1DoNBr4bKq0JzY2NURVRFWlVMSTZQUkJBTlpENThCTVZaMzVMTi4u

04/14/2026

✨ Client Testimonial Tuesday ✨

“I felt that my advocate helped me with everything I needed and was very efficient in meeting my needs. They were great at following with me as well as very professional when dealing with government officials. Everyone at The Arc of Larimer County treated me like a person and went the extra mile. Thank you!”

Stories like this are why we do what we do. Our advocates work side‑by‑side with individuals to navigate complex systems, stand up for their rights, and make sure they’re treated with respect— every step of the way. Thank you for trusting us.

04/10/2026

🌟 People First: Self Advocates Leading Change 🌟

People First is a self‑directed group of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who come together to advocate for equity, self‑determination, and full community inclusion—so people with disabilities can live the lives they choose. Sponsored by The Arc of Larimer County, the group creates space for self‑advocates to raise their voices and engage in impactful systemic and legislative advocacy.

👏 A special thank‑you to Linda Miller, our dedicated People First Liaison, whose ongoing volunteer support helps ensure self‑advocates have the resources and guidance they need to continue leading powerful advocacy efforts in our community.

📅 Meets: Last Friday of each month
🕟 Time: 4:30–6:00 PM
👥 Who: Adults who identify as having an intellectual or developmental disability

Interested in joining?
📩 Visit our website to learn more: https://www.thearcoflarimercounty.org/what-we-do

💬 Nothing about us without us.

04/08/2026

💡 Planning for the future doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

Join The Arc of Larimer County, Colorado Able & MKP Law for a FREE Financial Planning Workshop designed for people with disabilities and their loved ones. Learn about savings options, future planning, and how to protect public benefits—plus get your questions answered by experts.

🗓 Friday, May 15 | 10:30 AM–1:00 PM
📍 The Wine Cellar at Ginger & Baker | Fort Collins
🍽 Lunch provided | 🇪🇸 Spanish translation available
⚠️ Space is limited—registration required!
➡️ Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up.

04/06/2026

✨ You’re Invited! ✨
Join us for The Arc of Larimer County’s 2026 Annual Meeting on May 8, 2026—an evening of connection, updates from the past year, and an inspiring keynote.

🕠 Doors open: 5:30 PM
🗳️ In‑person member voting: Available until 5:55 PM
🕕 Program begins: 6:00 PM
📍 The Northside Aztlan Community Center
112 E. Willow St., Fort Collins, CO

This FREE, public event includes dinner, highlights from 2025, and time to celebrate our shared commitment to advancing inclusion and advocacy in Larimer County. Registration is required and space is limited—don’t miss it!

🌟 Featured Keynote Speaker: Alycia Anderson 🌟
We’re honored to welcome Alycia Anderson, international keynote speaker, disability advocate, TEDx speaker, CEO, and host of Pushing It Forward with Alycia. Alycia brings powerful insight, lived experience, and a bold vision for disability leadership and change.

🔗 Learn more about Alycia:
• Website: https://alyciaanderson.com/
• Podcast: https://alyciaanderson.com/podcast/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyciaranderson/

📅 Save the date: May 8, 2026
💜 We can’t wait to see you there!

03/24/2026

Behind every step forward is a community that cares. 🌟

Since we relaunched our Volunteer Program in November, we’ve been fortunate to recruit some truly talented and supportive volunteers! We want to thank these wonderful folks who have generously donated their time, expertise, and passion in support of The Arc of Larimer County’s mission and vision.

Their contributions strengthen our advocacy and help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families thrive. 💙

03/20/2026

🌟 Community Feedback Friday 🌟
This Friday, we’re highlighting a powerful collaboration with the International Dyslexia Association – Rocky Mountain Branch on our recent Dyslexia Simulation.

Their kind words say it best:
“Together, we created a meaningful experience that deepened understanding, built empathy, and strengthened our community’s capacity to better serve students with dyslexia. We’re grateful for this collaboration and look forward to future opportunities to partner again.”

We couldn’t agree more. Thank you, IDA-RMB, for helping us bring awareness, education, and empathy-building experiences to our community. 💙

03/19/2026

Spread the word and join Alliance Colorado, The Arc of Colorado, Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, Disability Law Colorado and Family Voices Colorado for a town hall on Colorado's Medicaid cuts. We will update you with the latest information and answer as many questions as we can in 90 minutes.

CART and ASL will be provided.

You can register HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VIYDwko4RJCFEb3D-WAtUg

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

03/19/2026

📰🏛️ Thank you to KUNC for elevating the policy impacts of Colorado’s recently implemented and upcoming Medicaid changes to at‑home caregiving.

These reductions—including new limits on community outings and cuts to paid hours for legally responsible caregivers—are already affecting services, with additional caps scheduled to roll out this spring.

As funding decisions advance, it’s critical to understand how caregiver hour limits and service caps translate into real‑world access for people with disabilities and their families across Colorado.

Thank you to our advocate, Nicole Rosendale, for providing this interview—bringing both her professional expertise and lived experience as a paid caregiver affected by these cuts. 🧩

03/18/2026

🐰 Looking for a fun and inclusive way to celebrate spring?
Our friends at Integrated Pediatric Therapy Associates are hosting an All‑Abilities Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28th at Iron Horse Therapeutic Farm — and everyone is welcome!

Join the community for a free, accessible, and sensory‑friendly egg hunt, plus games and connection for kids and families of all abilities. 💛💚💙

📍 Iron Horse Therapeutic Farm
5020 County Rd 40, Fort Collins
⏰ 9 AM – 12 PM

Register via the QR code on the flyer! 🥚🌷✨