FUMC Arlington Special Needs Ministries

01/26/2026

01/26/2026

A health clinic in Honduras supported by UMCOR and the United Methodist Board of Global Ministries provides much-needed relief as migration continues.

01/26/2026

Texan voters recently updated the homestead exemptions for homeowners. GCPD recorded a short informational webinar about the homestead options that are avail...

12/11/2025

We invite you to join the December Autism Consortium of Texas:

📈 Cognitive-Linguistic Difficulties Associated with Autism Across the Lifespan: A Family Perspective
🎙️ Featuring Laura Friedman, PhD, CCC-SLP
📅 Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CST
💻 Location: Virtual (via Zoom)
🎓 Earn 1.5 Free CEUs (SW, LMFT, LPC, Psychologist)
🔗 Register here: https://qrco.de/bgTzMx

We welcome you to share this opportunity with colleagues and networks who may be interested. We hope to see you there!

Please see the attached flyer for more information.

12/11/2025

12/11/2025

1 in 4 Americans have a disability. The language used about us MATTERS. It matters to us and to our families, caregivers, siblings, friends, and neighbors. The R-word isn’t a punchline—it’s harmful.

When we choose respect over the R-word, we create a world where everyone is seen, heard, and valued.

Respect is no joke, and it’s time we started treating it that way.

07/03/2022

Jeff Miller, to present in Arlington at the August A Look Ahead Conference!

His session: Transition 101 will focus on practical tips to assist families and transition aged students to better advocate for appropriate transition services. It will include a discussion of the purpose and goals of transition planning both inside and outside of the school setting. Federal and state requirements for transition planning as well as practical tips for identifying, planning for and advocating for transition services will be reviewed. Strategies and resources for transition planning will be shared.

About Jeffrey Miller, JD – Senior Policy Specialist

Jeff has held various policy related positions at Disability Rights Texas (DRTx) starting in 2006, including work in the areas of health care access, community integration, and special education. He is currently a Policy Specialist focusing various issues including alternatives to guardianship, voting rights and special education.

In addition to extensive professional experience, Jeff is able to share his personal experiences as a father of a son with disabilities. Jeff received his law degree from the University of Louisville School of Law and holds a B.A. in Speech Communication from the University of Houston.

A Look Ahead Conference
Saturday, August 13, 2022 - 9am - 2:30pm
FUMC Arlington - 313 N. Center St., Arlington, Tx 76011

Registration required. Reserve your spot at: https://thearcofdfw.org/event/ala-aug-2022/.

Conference Fee: $10. (Lunch included) Limited stipends available for individuals with disabilities and family members.

Up to 4 CEs available for Texas educators.

Sponsorship Packages & Exhibitor Space Available. For more information: [email protected].

03/30/2021

Extremely important information!

As we wrap up DD Awareness Month by talking about using Supported Decision-Making to help people with DD live more independently, we wanted you to know we have a whole section of our website dedicated to SDM resources. It now includes our newly released on-demand webinar video in English and Spanish that overviews the information you need to get started. Visit www.DRTx.org/SDM

07/17/2020

07/09/2020

30 years into the civil rights law's existence, the fight for fair treatment is far from over.