Last December, Andy Kwiatkowski, who serves on The Arc Pikes Peak Regions Board and has autism, graduated from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs with a degree in communications and filmaking. When he graduated, he immediately began searching for a job. In an interview with The Arc-PPR, Andy answered questions regarding his experience in job [...]
Ortensia’s journey as a single mother raising her son, Jesus, who has multiple disabilities, has been marked by many challenges. However, her story is also one of hope and resilience, largely thanks to the unwavering support of The Arc Pikes Peak Region (The Arc-PPR). Her connection with The Arc-PPR began unexpectedly during a visit to [...]
Include U.S.A. (Unique Self Advocates) is The Arc Pikes Peak Region’s chapter of 18+ Self-Advocates. To raise funds for their advocacy work in the community, we are hosting a Pampered Chef Fundraising Party! In the month of August, 30% of all party sales will be donated to the Include U.S.A. Chapter. Self-Advocates are excited to [...]
Arthur's journey is a true testament to the power of self-advocacy and resilience! 🌟 Arthur recently moved into his own apartment, navigating the complex process without transitional help. He made countless calls, coordinated all the logistics, and even changed his addresses and set up future medical services all by himself. Arthur, diagnosed incorrectly with schizophrenia, [...]
Emily Hagerman's life has been a testament to resilience and determination. Diagnosed with high-functioning Autism, Dyslexia, and ADHD at a young age, Emily faced significant challenges. She started talking later than most children and worked hard to overcome a lisp. Social interactions were tough, and her teenage years were marked by depression and suicidal thoughts, [...]
As The Arc Pikes Peak Region (The Arc PPR) celebrates 68 years of serving the Colorado Springs community, we are grateful for the legacy created by our founders – The Marshall family. The Arc PPR began with Mothers Mutual, an organization founded by Peggy Marshall to support her daughter, Ellen, as well as other [...]
By: Tonia Nifong “Dancing is surely the most basic and relevant of all forms of expression. Nothing else can so effectively give outward form to an inner experience.” -Lyall Watson Dance is a powerful tool not only for self-expression, but also for holistic well-being, as dance unites all aspects of an individual, mental, physical and [...]
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By: Mary Kate Maloney At 2 o’clock on a Wednesday afternoon, Judy Hess entered The Arc Pikes Peak Region offices sporting a few shades of pink and a flowered handbag held close to her. Charlotte McClanahan, who works for Judy during her day program, followed closely behind. A Colorado Springs native and long-term affiliate of [...]
If you feel like you need a road map to navigate post-high school or transition-age education for students with disabilities, you're not alone! We have created a Post-Secondary Resource Guide for Students with Disabilities that will help you navigate education and career options, starting with pre-K through young-adult. This resource guide will: • Prepare you [...]
