will happen.

Here at The Arc

we acknowledge that chal-
lenge, but we also see a lar-
ger picture. If you hold a bird
too tightly, youll crush its
wings; too loosely and it will
fly away. By developing this
new program we are meeting
you right in that middle
place. We are promoting in-
dependence while also devel-
oping unity. We are simply
expanding a support network.
Instead of one set of hands
handling the bird, were of-
fering several sets of hands.
Instead of a single bird wish-
ing or dreading to fly away,
we are exposing them to a
whole slew of birds that are
in the same nest. We are pro-
moting a You are not alone.
mentality and we encourage
you and thank you for AIMing
with us.
Happy Fall, Yall! Welcome to
the third issue of The Arc
Carroll Countys adult autism
newsletter, Autism in Motion.
Temple Grandin, doctor of
animal science, professor at
Colorado State University,
and famous autism advocate,
states that, The most impor-
tant thing people did for me
was to expose me to new
things. Having autism her-
self, that helps researchers,
professionals, and parents
alike understand the need for
exposure to new environ-
ments. Oftentimes we see
parents wanting to shelter
their children from the ele-
ments of this insensitive
world. Then we take a step
back and wonder why its so
difficult to integrate our
adults with autism into soci-
ety. Yes, it is going to be un-
comfortable...at first. Tem-
ple Grandin goes on further to
say that, I think sometimes
parents and teachers fail to
stretch their kids. My mother
had a very good sense of how
to stretch me just slightly
outside my comfort zone.
Without stretching outside
our comfort zones, we be-
come complacent. And no one
has reached success by
method of complacency. We
all desire success and happi-
ness for our children, but we
also know it is hard to let
loose our loved ones into the
world without knowing what
AIM with US
T H E A R C
C A R R O L L C O U N T Y
Autism in Motion
W E D N E S D A Y , O C T O B E R 1 , 2 0 1 4 V O L U M E 1 , I S S U E 3
S PECI AL
POI NTS OF
I NTERE S T:
Autism
Education
Group;
Mon.
Oct. 6th
Social
Club;
Thurs.
Oct. 30th
Birdies
with
Britt;
Wed.
mornings
Detour
Winery
AIM 5K;
April
2015
P A G E 2
This has been
the absolute best
thing for my son.
Weve been to
other social
clubs before,
but nothing as
creative as this
one! You really
take their
suggestions into
account!
Welcome back,
Jessica!
Relationships 101
Job Hunters
Social Club
On the last Thursday of
every month, adults with
autism participate in a so-
cial activity of their choos-
ing. This is an opportunity
for individuals on the spec-
trum to develop a rapport
with one another and to
strengthen bonds between
the classes in which they
are involved.
In August, attendees at the
Social Club went mini-
golfing at Four Seasons
Sports Complex in Hamp-
stead, MD. Although slightly
rainy, this did not slow our
folks down. They golfed like
pros and finished the eve-
ning off competing on the
indoor adult moon bounce
obstacle course. What a
workout!
AND...our next Social Club
is already planned and
booked! We will be taking a
Gettysburg Ghost Bus Tour
to go with the spooky
theme of the month! The
cost is $15.00 and this in-
cludes transportation, the
tour itself, and pizza after-
wards. We will be meeting
at The Arc at 5:30pm on the
30th and will be commuting
up to Gettysburg together.
We will return at 10pm!
Limited spaces available!
RSVP by Oct. 23rd to Britt
Burr, Assistant Director of
Autism Services, at (410)
848-4124 ext. 139 or email
her at
bburr@arccarroll.com. Lets
make the last Thursday, the
best Thursday!
rences. This class gives
each person the capacity
for forming new relation-
ships and the skills to main-
tain lasting ones. So far our
class has been to Starry
Night Bakery, Camp
Hashawa, and the Town
Mall. Each week we choose
a different social location
and practice the social
skills necessary for that day
Oftentimes those with au-
tism desire the same social
interactions as everyone
else, but it is the actual
fear of initiating and fear of
an unknown situation that
stops relationship building
in their tracks. Relation-
ships 101 helps ease that
tension and equip individu-
als with the skills they need
for these everyday occur-
at that location. It has been
a phenomenal experience.
At the end of this 10-week
course well have a celebra-
tion completely planned
and decorated by all the
participants! For more
questions regarding this
class, contact Britt Burr,
Assistance Director of Au-
tism Services.
force. This class does not
end at the 10-week mark.
We continue to work with
you until you are success-
fully placed into a job past
the 10 weeks! We can do
this if youre ready to com-
mit! Job Hunters will be
offered continuously. We
will begin another session in
February 2015. The Division
of Rehabilitation Services
(DORS) has approved this
for their fee schedule. If
you or someone you know
has DORS funding, check
with them to see if you
qualify! It has been a pleas-
ure working with Conner
and Edgar, our McDaniel
Psychology Intern.
Contact Britt Burr, Assistant
Director of Autism Services,
at bburr@arccarroll.com,
for more information. Dont
pass up this opportunity!
Need a job? Dont know
how to go about doing
it? Our Job Hunters
class has been just the
place! Weve specifi-
cally designed this
class to develop job
skills, job research,
cover letter and re-
sume writing, dressing
for success, and other
informative exercises in
aiding adults on the spec-
trum in entering the work-
Welcome
Conner,
our new
Job
Hunter!
A U T I S M I N M O T I O N
Autism Education Group
P A G E 3 V O L U M E 1 , I S S U E 3
There is such a high need for
adult autism services within our
communities. We encourage
everyone who can attend to be
present during the first Monday
evening of the month. It is an
opportunity to feel supported
and informed. Guest speakers
will be present during several of
these meetings from different
areas throughout Maryland that
specialize in autism services.
Questions, concerns, comments,
suggestions, and accolades will
all be appreciated, answered
and addressed accordingly.
These meetings are FREE! The
next Autism Education Group
will be Monday, October 6th
from 6:30-8pm at The Arc Car-
roll County. The following
meeting will be on Monday,
November 3rd at The Arc Carroll
County. It is important that you
RSVP one week prior to the
meeting date so we have a head
count. To RSVP contact Britt
Burr, Assistant Director of Au-
tism Services, at (410) 848-4124
ext. 139 or email at
bburr@arccarroll.com.
havent been tapped? Call us!
Email us! Make a smoke signal in
the sky! Anything and every-
thing is appreciated.
We let you know what we need,
now let us know what YOU
need!
To schedule a meeting or to
speak to someone directly, con-
tact us at (410) 848-4124 ext.
139 or email Britt Burr,
Our desire is not to be inap-
proachable professionals. If
Birdies with Britt or the Au-
tism Education Groups simply
arent your thing or the times
do not align with your schedule,
contact us directly. We can
schedule a meeting. The office
door is always open to anyone
wishing to gain further knowl-
edge. Do you have ideas? Do you
have autism resources that
Assistant Director of
Autism Services, at
bburr@arccarroll.com.

The most important
thing people did for
me was to expose me
to new things.
-Temple Grandin
ated! Contact Lindsay Bullock,
Autism Intern, at
lcb66951@marymount.edu if
youd like to get involved in the
planning process.
Are you a coffee drinker? Come
to Birdies with Britt!. Every
Wednesday morning from 8-9am
the Assistant Director of Autism
Services, Britt Burr, will be at
Birdies on 233 East Main Street
in Westminster. This will be a
great opportunity to network
within the community and ask
questions about the autism pro-
gram in a relaxed environment.
If attendance at these meetings
starts gaining momentum, well
move onward to Brunches with
Britt!.
Come and run your hearts out at
the Detour Winery AIM 5K this
coming April 2015! We need
your help so we can continue to
raise funds to support our won-
derful growing Adult Autism
Program. Any input on registra-
tion, marketing assistance, get-
ting sponsors, designing t-shirts,
and/or promoting your own
business at the event is appreci-
On the Horizon...
What do you need?
Relationships 101 class at
Camp Hashawa!
Britt, this is
awesome. We
really should
all go out to
eat everyday
just to hang
out.
Relationships 101 class at the
Town Mall!

Our Mission
To support people in their individual pursuit of a fulfilling life.

Our Vision
We are a leading organization that champions for and supports people with developmental disabilities, while
cultivating relationships that enrich our community.

Our Values
Innovation
Our founders pioneered the opportunities that exist today for people with developmental disabilities. We build on
their courageous tradition of innovation and creativity in the design and delivery of our services.
Integrity
We operate with integrity in all that we do as a service provider, as an employer, and as members of our
community.
Respect
We treat everyone with respect. Dignity, choice, ability, privacy and opinion are fundamental principles of who we
are.
Quality
We embrace the highest standards in all that we do. Quality in service and character drives our actions and
attitudes.
Caring
We act with a genuine spirit of caring. A sincere interest and concern for the complete well-being of all people
define our actions.
180 Kriders Church Road
Westminster, MD 21158
www.arccarroll.com
Phone: 410.848.4124
Fax: 410.876.5317
E-mail: bburr@arccarroll.com
The Arc Carroll County was founded in 1955 by a
small group of parents of children with
developmental disabilities. At that time, these
children were excluded from public education and
there were no structured social, recreational or
educational activities.
This group of parents was committed to forming a
community-based system to provide necessary
services for their children. That first year special
education programs were established in the
basement of the Davis Library on Main Street in
Westminster and in the Mount Airy American Legion.
Since that time, The Arc has advocated for and
worked to provide support to people with
developmental disabilities and their families. Today
The Arc is one of Carroll Countys largest non-profit
organizations serving nearly 700 adults and children
with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Arc Carroll County
Achieve with us.
The Arc Carroll County's Mission, Vision, and Values