Overview
The A Look Ahead Conference Series brings together expert speakers for training focused on improving the lives of individuals with disabilities, the people who support them, and the community at large. Topics will vary quarterly. Conference participants will leave with information and resources they can use now and in the future.
Breakout Sessions Explore:
- Best Practices
- Possibilities
- The importance of Early Planning
- Real life experiences of Individuals with Disabilities and their Families
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Leadership Partners
The A Look Ahead Conference Series is a collaboration of three area organizations:
The Arc of DFW Area
The Arc of DFW Area is an all-volunteer membership-driven non-profit agency which works to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to live life as they define it. More information is available on its website at thearcofdfw.org.
The Self Determination Group
The Self Determination Group is a cross disability group run by and for individuals with disabilities (“PWD”) which serves to educate, advocate for and support the concept of self determination, and take actions that promote human rights and inclusion of PWD. More information is available on its website at thearcofdfw.org/the-self-determination-group
First United Methodist Church of Arlington
First United Methodist Church of Arlington is a welcoming community growing in grace together through worship and study, while sharing God’s love by serving those in need. More information is available on its website at arlingtonmethodist.org.
Families for Effective Autism Treatment-North Texas
Families for Effective Autism Treatment-North Texas (FEAT-NT) is a non-profit operated by volunteer parents of children with autism who know first-hand the daily struggles of life with autism. More information is available on its website at featnt.org.
Become a Sponsor
Contact programs@thearcofdfw.org
Become a Exhibitor
Would your organization like to be an exhibitor at A Look Ahead? Prices are $25 for non-profits and $50 for all others. Fill out this form to be considered. Tables are limited.
Conference Location
First United Methodist Church of Arlington
313 North Center Street
Arlington, TX 76011
Map of Address
How to Register
The A Look Ahead Conference Series is held on the second Saturday of the second month of each quarter. Space is limited and registration is required.
Individuals and exhibitors can register for upcoming events at: thearcofdfw.org/events/category/ala.
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Conference fees, which include a continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments are as follows:
- Individuals $10
- Non-profit Exhibitor $25
- For-profit Exhibitor $50
Limited stipends are available for individuals with disabilities and family members. Please email stipend requests to programs@thearcofdfw.org
Continuing Education Credits
Up to four hours of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available for Texas Educators. Certificate of Participation provided upon request.
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Questions?
Direct questions to programs@thearcofdfw.org