Arc Guides
The Arc Guides (pdfs) are helpful info sheets on a wide range of topics. The most frequently requested Arc Guides have been translated into Hmong and Spanish. Feel free to make copies, but please credit The Arc Greater Twin Cities.
Abuse Prevention
Abuse Definition and Statistics
Abuse Risk Factors
Abuse Warning Signs
Adult Issues
Choosing Guardianship or Conservatorship - English, Hmong, Spanish
Dementia in People with Developmental Disabilities
Education Issues
Acronyms in Special Education
Early Intervention
Extended School Year Services - English, Hmong, Spanish
Functional Behavior Assessment
Graduation for Students Receiving Special Education Services
Independent Educational Evaluation
Individualized Education Program (IEPs) - English, Hmong, Spanish
Facilitated Individualized Education Program (IEPs)
Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs)- English, Hmong, Spanish
Least Restrictive Environment in Special Education
Modifications on the IEP
Preparing for the Start of School
Prior Written Notice
Scheduling an IEP Meeting
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Education Provisions)
Special Education Eligibility Criteria
Special Education Evaluations
Special Education Mediation
State Testing
Transition Services
Human Services
County Case Management
Developmental Disabilities Case Management Eligibility-English, Hmong, Spanish
DHS Decision Appeals
Health, Safety & Welfare for State Agency Appeals -English, Hmong, Spanish
MA-TEFRA Option
PCA (Personal Care Assistance) Services funded by Medical Assistance
Requesting Assistive Technology Funding Through Medical Assistance
Services Medical Assistance Can Pay For - English, Hmong, Spanish
State Agency Appeals
Other
Advocacy - English, Hmong, Spanish
Glossary of Developmental Disabilities
Housing Options
Finding Housing
Supporting the Typical Child
Talking About Disabilities with Your Child
Talking with Your Child About Their Disability - English, Hmong, Spanish
What to Do With All Those Documents- English, Hmong, Spanish