The Arc Oregon

Did you know that the Oregon Special Needs Trust allows you to save money while maintaining benefits? Learn about starting a trust by visiting https://lnkd.in/e-8Uthgf today!

Calling a lawmaker’s office for the first time can feel scary. Here are some ways to make your first call easier: - Read from a script so you know exactly what you want to say. - If you don’t feel ready to talk to someone, call after hours and leave a voicemail. - Start by sending an email, then request a follow-up phone call. - Use The Arc US’s Take Action form to dial each of your lawmakers and get a helpful Medicaid script. https://lnkd.in/eKDJjmKU

Happy Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! Ever since President Reagan issued the first proclamation in 1987 dedicating March to the recognition of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), we have used this month to celebrate the contributions people with IDD make to their communities, their accomplishments. We also celebrate the great strides our society has made in advancing the rights of people with IDD and to the ongoing struggle to ensure these rights in the future. The Arc Oregon is proud to stand beside self-advocates in their ongoing fight for respect, dignity, equality, safety, and security. #TheArcOregon #Oregon #DisabilityAdvocate #OnlineCommunity #IDD #DisabilityRights #DisabilityInclusion #Advocacy #GrassRoots #CommunityImpact #JoinUs #JoinOurFight #AdvocacyInAction

Amidst the fight to save Medicaid, we wanted to highlight this exciting news. Congratulations to John McFall!

A vote may happen TODAY—act now to protect Medicaid! The House of Representatives may vote soon on a bill that will start the process to cut $800 billion from Medicaid over the next decade. Call your representatives TODAY and tell them not to take away health care and essential services from millions of people with disabilities, children, and older adults. Making a phone call only takes a few minutes and can make a big difference. https://lnkd.in/eda9mmDj

For people with disabilities, Medicaid is more than a healthcare program. Medicaid funds early intervention programs for young children; in-school care supports; long-term supports and services that help with daily living; home and community-based services; and job supports. Join The Arc Oregon to help us protect these essential Medicaid services: https://lnkd.in/djctEc3Y

Congress is moving quickly to pass Medicaid budget cuts. They need to hear from you about Medicaid NOW. To find and contact your elected officials in Congress, visit: https://lnkd.in/e9R7-Dm You can also email Congress directly at: https://lnkd.in/eKDJjmKU Every call and email counts. Join The Arc Oregon and make your voice heard today.

Most lawmakers know very little about Medicaid, but they still have the power to decide how much Medicaid funding states receive. YOU are the expert on how Medicaid impacts your life! CLICK HERE to share your Medicaid story: https://lnkd.in/gebMDhcy

Do you know someone who… Has a disability? Is low-income? Is pregnant or has children? Is a senior? Is a child? Then you know someone who will be affected by Medicaid budget cuts. 80 million Americans, including millions of people with disabilities, rely on Medicaid for healthcare they need to survive. CLICK HERE to join The Arc Oregon in our fight to protect Medicaid: https://lnkd.in/djctEc3Y

One person can make an enormous impact in the fight to protect Medicaid. For the next five weeks, The Arc Oregon will post every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with ways you can EDUCATE, EMPOWER, and ADVOCATE. CLICK HERE to learn more and take action now: https://lnkd.in/djctEc3Y