The 2021 virtual convention will take place from Wednesday, May 5, 2021 through Saturday, May 8, 2021. This schedule of events is still being refined and is subject to change prior to the event.
Scroll this page and/or use the links to the right to check out all the great programming we have in store for you this year and to stay connected for updates by signing up for our e-newsletter.
Sessions
Our agenda is still being finalized and new sessions are being added. Check back soon for more information about our scheduled programming.
| Day | Time | Title / Topic (Click title for full description.) | Format | Presenter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2021 | 5:00 PM | Virtual Town Hall
Conversation with Oregon Legislators |
Live Presentation | Sara Gelser
Oregon State Legislature – District 8 |
| May 6, 2021 | 9:30 AM | It Is Not The Map, It’s The Terrain That Keeps Us Safe While Navigating Mt. Covid!
Critical Thinking |
Live Presentation | Alonzo Kelly
Kelly Leadership Group |
| May 6, 2021 | 11:00 AM | Getting the supports you need to live the life you want
Making the most of Residential Services |
Pre-recorded w/Live Q&A | Toni Larson
Residential Facilities Ombudsman Program |
| May 6, 2021 | 11:00 AM | Music-Empowered Resiliency
Music Therapy & Self Care |
Live Presentation | Kristen McSorley
Earthtones Northwest Maggie Johnson Earthtones Northwest |
| May 6, 2021 | 11:00 AM | Policy Update from Washington DC
Federal Public Policy |
Live Presentation | Nicole Jorwic
The Arc of the United States |
| May 6, 2021 | 1:00 PM | Creating a Life for Thriving!
Supporting People to Live a Good Life |
Live Presentation | Nick Kaasa
The Arc Oregon Jennifer DiBello The Arc Oregon Kaaren Londahl The Arc of Oregon Kimberly Taylor The Arc of Oregon |
| May 6, 2021 | 2:30 PM | More than a Chart: One Page Profiles for the Medical Setting
Health Care |
Live Presentation | Tamara Bakewell
Oregon Family to Family Health Information Center |
| May 6, 2021 | 2:30 PM | Take Control of Your Financial Future with ABLE
Oregon ABLE Savings Plan |
Live Presentation | Kaellen Hessel
Oregon ABLE Savings Plan |
| May 6, 2021 | 4:00 PM | Homes Not Housing!
Building Inclusive and Diverse Communities |
Live Presentation | Alicia DeLashmutt
Our Home, Inclusive Community Collaborative |
| May 6, 2021 | 4:00 PM | Planning for a Health Emergency
Health Care |
Live Presentation | Tamara Bakewell
Oregon Family to Family Health Information Center |
| May 7, 2021 | 9:30 AM | Seeds of Change: Adapt. Grow. Thrive.
Community Conversations |
Live Presentation | Alan Lytle
The Arc of Oregon Emily Braman The Arc Oregon |
| May 7, 2021 | 10:00 AM | Keynote Speaker
ODDS |
Live Presentation | Lilia Teninty
Office of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS) |
| May 7, 2021 | 1:00 PM | Access to Health Care During a Pandemic
Addressing equity issues impacting people with disabilities seeking care |
Live Presentation | Emily Cooper
Disability Rights Oregon |
| May 7, 2021 | 1:00 PM | Tips for Managing In-Home Supports
A Workshop Filled with Tips and Tools for Managing In-Home Supports |
Live Presentation | Alice Massey
The Arc Oregon Jennie Heidrick The Arc Oregon |
| May 7, 2021 | 2:30 PM | Exploring and Supporting Communication
Communication: Exploring and Supporting Communication |
Live Presentation | Nicholas Kaasa
The Arc Oregon Aniko Adany The Arc Oregon |
| May 7, 2021 | 2:30 PM | Tools to Support Decision Making
Supported Decision Making |
Live Presentation | Emily Braman
The Arc Oregon |
| May 8, 2021 | 9:30 AM | Round Table Discussions: Local Chapters of The Arc
Chapter Management and Governance |
Live Presentation | Paula Markovitz Boga
The Arc of Oregon |
| May 8, 2021 | 11:00 AM | Annual Business Meeting for Chapters of The Arc
The Arc Oregon Board Elections and Annual Business Meeting |
Live Presentation | Anna Keenan-Mudrick
The Arc Oregon |
| Advocacy Across Systems
Personal & Grass Roots Advocacy |
Pre-recorded | Cheryl Cisneros
Creating Opportunities | ||
| Decision Making Supports: Alternatives To Guardianship
Independent Living |
Pre-recorded | Emily Braman
The Arc Oregon | ||
| Embracing Best Practices: Introduction to the Nonprofit Standards for Excellence
Nonprofit Management and Governance |
Pre-recorded | Paula Markovitz Boga
The Arc of Oregon | ||
| Understanding How to Establish and Access My Oregon Special Needs Trust
How to Set Up an Account and The Use It |
Pre-recorded | Cici Gaynor
The Arc Oregon |
Overview of Events
Events begin at 9:30 am each day and the daily schedule allows ample time in between sessions to visit the Virtual Exhibit Hall, check emails, and take time for self-care throughout the day.
Wednesday | May 5
- Pre-recorded Sessions
- Behavior Specialist Network Event
- Live Town Hall with Legislative Representatives
Thursday| May 6
- General Session / Convention Kick-Off with Keynote by Alonzo Kelly
- Concurrent Sessions
- Self-Advocate Panel Discussion
Friday | May 7
- Seeds of Change Community Conversations
- Lilia Teninty, Director of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS)
- Concurrent Sessions
- Recordings of Live Sessions available
Saturday | May 8
- General Session with Awards Presentation and Keynote
- Local Chapter Round Table Discussions
- Annual Business Meeting of The Arc Oregon
