Events & Community Engagement
Educational Events, Advocacy Updates, and Community Programs Supporting Individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities in Larimer County
Upcoming Events
The Arc of Larimer County hosts and promotes events that educate, empower, and connect individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), families, educators, and community partners.
From advocacy forums and family support gatherings to educational workshops and awareness events, our programming supports individuals of all ages across Larimer County.
Annual Meeting
Date: Friday, May 8th, 2026
Time: 5:30-8:00pm
Location: Northside Aztlan Community Center — Eagle Room (112 E Willow St, Fort Collins, CO 80524)
Join The Arc of Larimer County at our 2026 Annual Meeting! This event is FREE and open to the community, with doors opening at 5:30, and dinner and program commencing at 6:00pm. This year, we will be hosting guest speaker, Alycia Anderson. "TEDx speaker, CEO, disability advocate, and host of the podcast Pushing Forward with Alycia, Alycia is known for moving audiences through storytelling that is both heartfelt and transformational." Dinner will be provided alongside a Silent Auction and a presentation from staff on all that our organization accomplished during 2025. Registration is required and available below. We hope to see you there!"
Registration link in a button below.
News & Updates
Stay informed about the latest announcements, advocacy efforts, community initiatives, and organizational updates from The Arc of Larimer County.
Our news section provides timely information about:
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Disability advocacy efforts in Larimer County
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Policy changes impacting individuals with IDD
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Community partnerships
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Program expansions
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Special education updates
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Awareness campaigns and initiatives
Webinars, Workshops & Trainings
The Arc of Larimer County offers educational opportunities designed to empower families, self-advocates, educators, and community members with knowledge and practical tools.
Our webinars, workshops, and trainings focus on topics such as special education, IEPs, 504 plans, guardianship, supported decision-making, disability rights, and navigating community services.
Webinars
We offer a collection of recorded webinars hosted by partner organizations and shared with permission, as well as presentations developed by The Arc of Larimer County staff.
These webinars are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice.
Webinars are listed in alphabetical order by title. Click a link to access the recorded webinar. Some are available in both English and Spanish.
Available Webinars (Links Open in New Tab):
Presented by AdvocacyDenver and Colorado ABLE. Overview of ABLE accounts and financial planning options. (English & Spanish)
Overview of IEPs, referral timelines, components of an IEP, and common questions. Presented by former Arc of Larimer County Youth Advocate Melissa Welch, PhD.
Explanation of supported decision-making and how it may serve as an alternative to guardianship.
Presented by Christy Blakely, Family Voices.
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Part 1: Medicaid basics, funding by age, systems, and case management
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Part 2: Eligibility requirements for each waiver
Brief overview of public benefit access for certain immigrants with disabilities in Colorado. (English & Spanish)
Introduction to Social Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), including application and benefit retention basics.
Tips and strategies from AdvocacyDenver and Trumpet Behavioral Health to support mealtime success.
Overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and foundational special education rights.
Overview for families and supporters to better understand rights protections for individuals with IDD receiving Medicaid or Colorado Waiver services.
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