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This week, as we recognize Juneteenth, we honor the enduring struggle for freedom, equality, and justice for Black Americans. We also acknowledge the experiences and contributions of Black disabled people, whose voices and leadership have been essential in advancing both civil rights and disability rights. Juneteenth reminds us that true inclusion requires addressing the barriers created by racism, ableism, and other forms of discrimination. Today, we reaffirm our commitment to building communities where all people can thrive with dignity, access, and opportunity.

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🎬✨ Save the Date! ✨🎬

Join The Arc of Larimer County for our 14th Annual Film Festival—an inspiring evening of storytelling that celebrates awareness, advocacy, and community.

📅 September 17, 2026
📍 Rialto Theater, Loveland
🎶 Live music at 5:30 PM
🎥 Films begin at 7:00 PM

From lighthearted moments to powerful stories, each film helps shine a light on the experiences of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 💙

🍿 Bonus: Register in advance and receive a free popcorn & soda voucher!
🎟️ Spots fill up fast—scan the QR code or visit www.arclc.org to register today.

Powerful reminder as we are advocating a lot lately for appropriate equipment.

It is okay to use different mobility aids on different days.

Disability is not always predictable. Pain levels, energy, balance, strength, and symptoms can change from one day to the next.

What works today might not work tomorrow, and that is completely okay.

Using a cane one day and a wheelchair the next does not make you a fraud.

Using a walker for longer outings but walking independently at home does not mean you're exaggerating your needs.

You're just giving yourself the support you need in the moment.

Mobility aids are tools. Their purpose is to help you move through the world safely and comfortably.

The "right" mobility aid is simply the one that helps you the most on that particular day.

Image Description: A floral-themed graphic features the message, "What works today might not work tomorrow," written in elegant black script. The image is framed on all sides by a watercolor-style border of flowers and greenery. Along the bottom of the graphic are illustrations of a manual wheelchair, a rollator walker with forearm supports, a cane, and a pair of forearm crutches.

Where did everybody go? Check your Therap Splash Message for details!

🤔Thinking about guardianship and wondering where to start?

Join The Arc of Larimer County for our Guardianship 1.0 & 2.0 Workshop Series, a two-part, in‑person training designed to break down what guardianship is, how it works, and whether it’s the right fit for your family.

🗓 June 17 & June 24
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 1721 W. Harmony Rd. Unit 101, Fort Collins, CO 80526

📌 Transportation available upon request.
👉 Spots are LIMITED & registration is required. Scan the QR code or visit arclc.org to secure your spot!

The 2026 DS Walk is Saturday, October 3rd! Make sure to add it to your calendars now and stay tuned for more details to come in the upcoming months! 💙💛💙💛

We are financially responsible while getting the highest payment rates to caregivers. We contract with Colorado Family Caregivers at 80% of state payment rates and Host Home Providers at 75%. We are not going to ask you to donate or support the organization, we are here to care for and support you.

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We are honored to share that SMS parent Mary Beall was the commencement speaker for the Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences Department Graduation Recognition Ceremony at the University of Colorado Boulder on May 2, 2026. Mary was invited by Christine Brennan, a PRISMS Professional Advisory Board member and assistant professor at CU Boulder.

Mary shared her daughter’s journey of communication development and reflected on the many challenges (and successes) their family navigated throughout her schooling and beyond. She highlighted the critical role of speech-language pathologists, audiologists, educators, and other clinicians in supporting individuals with communication needs and their families across the lifespan.

Her message helped graduates connect their academic training to the real-world impact of compassionate, thoughtful, and collaborative care. Mary also capitalized on the opportunity to increase awareness and understanding of Smith-Magenis syndrome with future clinicians and their families.

It was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the graduates as they begin the next chapter of their journey, to bridge academic learning with real-world clinical practice, and to share information about Smith-Magenis syndrome with future clinicians and their families.

Thank you, Mary, for inspiring these graduates and reminding them of the reasons they chose to pursue degrees in speech, language, and hearing sciences. And thank you for reminding all of us of the impact that dedicated clinicians can make on the lives of individuals and families.