Registration for DisCo at the Capitol closes at Midnight tonight, MAY 1. It's your last chance to join us in Sacramento for California's premiere event for the disability community. You MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND: discoatthecapitol.org With major cuts to disability services looming, we need you!

As a caregiver of someone with a disability, one of the hardest things is to take care of yourself. Finding time for your wellbeing takes a back seat to your many other to-dos. Join our "Self-Care Matters" FREE ONLINE class for creating a more balanced life. REGISTER: www.caringfutures.org/classes

Key hearings start tomorrow that could impact disability services for the disability community in California. Your voice matters—learn what’s at stake and how to submit public comment: tinyurl.com/2jf2veaw Be at the table where decisions are being made: #disabilityrights #disabilityadvocacy

Your Voice Matters: Key Legislative Hearings You Should Know About

As California moves forward with key budget decisions and legislation, several important hearings in the coming days and weeks could directly impact people with developmental disabilities, their famil...

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We’re excited to welcome an inspiring lineup of voices to open registration for this year’s DisCo at the Capitol advocacy event in Sacramento on May 18 & 19. MC Down (John Tucker Born This Way) & DJHymn, Sofia Sanchez, Candis Welch, & ACCESS Dance 👉 Registration is now open: discoatthecapitol.org

Know someone making an impact in California’s disability community? Nominate them for the California Disability Innovation in Advocacy Award. Nominate yourself, an organization, or someone else form.jotform.com/260556281120... 🎥 Watch last year’s winner: youtu.be/VYZ3vZfcb9E?...

🚨 CA is facing $1 BILLION in proposed cuts to Medi-Cal Dental. This would mean fewer dentists, longer waitlists, and less access to care for people with disabilities. 🎥 Watch the 6-min update: youtu.be/mhFCbLdoL7s?... 📧 Take action: saveourdentalcare.org/take-action Now is the time to speak up!

Urgent! Stop $1 Billion in Cuts to Medi-Cal Dental (Denti-CAl)

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As we head toward the June primary, informed voters make stronger decisions. Upcoming California Governor candidate interviews: • Xavier Becerra (Feb 13) • Antonio Villaraigosa (Feb 18) • Tony Thurmond (Feb 23) • Tom Steyer (March 25) Register: thelantermancoalition.org/events

Changes to California's food assistance program CalFresh (SNAP) are coming June 1, 2026. Make sure you are informed about these changes, and please share. Read the article and get the details: thearcca.org/new-calfresh... #CalFresh #FoodStamps #SNAP #FoodAssistance

New CalFresh Work or Community Engagement Rules

Changes to CalFresh will begin on June 1, 2026. The changes are happening in order to implement a law signed by President Trump on July 4, 2025. This law is known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H...

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In a major victory for California’s disability community, Governor Newsom signed AB 341 into law. This landmark legislation, by Asm Dr. Joaquin Arambula, is a major step toward transforming how people with developmental disabilities receive dental care. Read the statement tinyurl.com/5669pnua

The Arc of the United States has released an update on what the disability community should know about the Government shutdown: tinyurl.com/5n8khwbs **Please contact your local and/or state government offices if you experience a disruption in services. We will continue to keep you updated.

California will have a special election on Tuesday, November 4, and 2025. We want to ensure the disability community is getting out the vote. The deadline to register to vote is Monday, October 20th. Learn more about Prop 50 & accessible voting: tinyurl.com/bdd49jpr #CASpecialElection

The Power of the Disability Vote in California’s November 4 Special Election

People with disabilities make up one of the largest voting blocs in California — and when we vote, we shape the future. Every election matters, and the upcoming Statewide Special Election on November ...

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More than 800 members of California’s disability community shared their voices through The Arc of California’s Community Impact Survey. The results shine a light on the urgent challenges families face—and the priorities in the year ahead. Read the report & executive summary: tinyurl.com/4nmpck38

We are excited to announce the 1st Annual California Disability Caregivers Conference on October 7, 8, & 9 from 9 AM to 1 PM each day. It's a FREE virtual conference with informative sessions each day by caregiving experts. Learn more at www.caringfutures.org/conference #caregiversconference

"And as I say to you my friends, let freedom ring!" Martin Luther King, Jr. Today we honor #Juneteenth — a day of freedom & remembrance. The Black & disability communities share a long history of fighting discrimination & demanding justice. We reaffirm our commitment to equity for all. #blackhistory

Parents Cathy & Jim Gott share their powerful story of raising 2 sons with autism—and the terrifying threat of cuts to disability services. “Do the right thing. Period.” Watch the full interview: youtu.be/rx7IoK0Ks4M?... @calmatters.org @governor.ca.gov #keepthepromise #thelantermanact #savemedicaid

The Gott Family Speaks Out on Federal and State Threats to Disability Services

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"We are all very scared about losing our services and we are scared about our lives, said Jenelle Copenhaver, who joined Gus & Dina in a recorded video message to Congress "Please don't cut our services. I hope you will make good decisions to keep us safe and healthy." Watch: tinyurl.com/2x3b5udm

People with Disabilities Fear Losing Their Medicaid and Medi-Cal Funding

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This week, @elarcdecalifornia.bsky.social coalition responds to Governor Newsom's May Revise state budget, which targets the lifeline of services for immigrants with disabilities and their families with unsatisfactory citizenship status. Read story: tinyurl.com/2szme9h8 #disabilityrights

📣The time is NOW to urge our state Senators and Assembly Members to reject Governor Newsom's proposed funding cuts to vital services for Californians with disabilities & their families! Individuals with disabilities deserve to live full, equitable lives! ➡️ACT NOW: p2a.co/VZE0alr #KeepThePromise

Grab your posters & head to the California State Capitol on May 22 to join dozens of disability advocacy organizations from across the state for this HISTORIC event from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For a full agenda, list of presenters, visit thelantermancoalition.org/rally #keepthepromise

Big News! The power of the disability community’s advocacy. “The case remains a significant threat to the rights of people with disabilities, as the 17 states continue to challenge the updated Section 504 ...” said Shira Wakschlag, general counsel at @thearcus.bsky.social tinyurl.com/ye89nen9

States Drop Effort To Overturn Section 504, But Continue To Challenge Disability Protections

Seventeen states are no longer seeking to invalidate one of the nation's key disability rights laws, but advocates say threats remain.

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We just released our initial response to Governor Gavin Newsom's May Revise budget. In a nutshell, California faces cuts to disability services in the Governor’s 2025-26 Budget Plan amid federal Medicaid threats. Read the full response and find out how you can join the fight!! conta.cc/3YK03nQ

SAVE THE DATE!! Join disability organizations from across California on Thursday, May 22, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM (PST) at the California State Capitol in Sacramento for a historic Keep the Promise Rally! PLEASE SHARE! LEARN MORE: rally.thelantermancoalition.org #KeepThePromise #ProtectMedicaid

Pat Hornbecker, President of our Board, wrote a meaningful Mother's Day message reflecting on the beautiful journey of motherhood, and the resilience of women who shape our lives. Dive into her heartfelt personal story of love, growth, and community. 💖 tinyurl.com/6mk6zzhv Happy Mother's Day! 💐

The Evolution of Motherhood: A Personal Reflection

Grandmother is a label I have come to cherish because of the children—some now adults—and their parents, who have included me in their families’ lives so intimately and with such love that I feel I tr...

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Today, Jordan Lindsey, Executive Director of The Arc of CA stopped by the office of Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen to present her with the Disability Community Champion Award. Nguyen is a passionate advocate for People w/ developmental disabilities and their families. TY! #disabilityadvocate

An update on the lawsuit against Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 known as Texas v. Kennedy (formerly Texas v. Becerra) being fought in court and @thearcus.bsky.social is heavily involved in the advocacy to protect section 504. #SaveSection504 Read full story: tinyurl.com/35pm9rpu

Update On Legal Battle Attacking Section 504

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive federal funding.

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The Master Plan for Developmental Services lead by @calhhs.bsky.social has been finalized and made public. This is the culmination of a collaborative effort among 36 stakeholders representing the disability community in California over the past year. Read more: tinyurl.com/fmjhvtuy #masterplanforIDD

Congrats to newly elected officers of The Arc of California Board of Directors! In April the Board of Directors elected its President & other 3 officers to serve as leaders of the organization: Pat Hornbecker, Grace Huerta, Felisa Strickland, Ray Hampson. Read the full story: tinyurl.com/45vfj4jr

We are alarmed by recent rhetoric by the Secretary of the HHS, Robert Kennedy Jr., who publicly described autism as a “chronic disease,” or “epidemic,” & said people with autism will “never hold a job, write a poem, or go on a date.” Such language fosters stigma. Read statement: tinyurl.com/3ttdzf7a

Join today's free Caring Conversation webinar with disability rights activist Pat Hornbecker at 10 AM (PST). Pat is not only the parent of an adult son with disabilities, but she is also the President of The Arc of California Board of Directors. Register: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/4uynbng

📣Medicaid-funded supports that millions of Californians with disabilities rely on are being threatened. Massive cuts to #Medicaid are being proposed in Congress. Join rallies across the state for Disability Week of Action from 4/21-4/25 📢 PLEASE SHARE! Learn more: tinyurl.com/hyxbs2z5 #SaveMedicaid