We are proud to offer FREE community events throughout the year. Check back often for updates!
🌌 The Longest Night Mile Run Join The Arc Jackson County team as we celebrate the longest night of the year with a 1-mile walk or run alongside the Southern Oregon Runners. This community event supports the SOU Food Pantry, helping students facing food insecurity during the winter season. Participants of all abilities are welcome—come […]
🗣️ Jackson County Self Advocates: First Meeting of 2026 Join us for the first Jackson County Self Advocates (JCSA) meeting of the new year! This gathering is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and help shape the direction of our advocacy group for 2026. This month, we’ll explore the CommCard Program, a tool that helps […]
The CommCard Program is dedicated to enhancing communication between individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and helping professionals. Our goal is to equip both parties with the tools and understanding needed to ensure effective and respectful interactions. Through tailored training sessions, we aim to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard and understood, promoting […]
Splash Into 2026 With Us! Join The Arc Jackson County and Jackson County Self Advocates for a fun, all-ages swim party at Rogue X. Date: Saturday, January 31st, 2026 Time: 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Location: Rogue X, 901 Rossanley Dr, Medford, OR 97501 Theme: All Ages Swim Party Questions: office@thearcjackson.org Registration: https://forms.gle/Uvnxup2VJ65QSrEU8 Space is limited — reserve your spot today!
We're excited to welcome Shanya Luther for an interactive session on healthy and unhealthy behaviors in friendships and romantic relationships. Date: February 4th, 2026 Time: 6:00–7:30 PM Location: 1017 N. Riverside Ave, Medford, OR 97501 Ages: 16+ Come learn, connect, and build stronger, healthier relationships. We can’t wait to see you there! Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a Shanya […]
📚 Book Club We loved the last book club so much, that we are doing it again! We’d love to read, learn, and connect with you. We will be reading Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist by Judith Heumann. Contact Danielle at danielle@thearcjackson.org to join. 📚 What to Expect: A free book […]
Come have a slice on us! The Arc is hosting a free community lunch, and everyone is welcome. 📅 Date: Tuesday, February 24⏰ Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM📍 Location: 311 S. Holly Street, Medford, OR Stop by for free pizza, good company, and a chance to connect with the community. No registration required—just come […]
Join the Jackson County Self Advocates for an engaging and interactive evening all about civic engagement. 📅 March 4, 2026⏰ 6:00 – 7:30 PM📍 1017 N. Riverside Ave., Medford👥 Ages 16+ Together, we’ll explore:✔️ What is civic engagement?✔️ How can we participate?✔️ What are common barriers to participation? Come learn, ask questions, and be part […]
☕️ Buy One Get One Free event in partnership with Outsider Coffee. ☕️ Let's promote inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and stop using the 'R' word. Take the pledge HERE & join us for a coffee or treat! Date: March 10th from Time: 10–11 AM Location: BOTH Medford & Central Point Outsider […]
Join us as we celebrate the community, connect with other families and gather resources at Down Syndrome Connect's World Down Syndrome Day event! Rock your most colorful, mismatched socks and help us spread inclusion and advocacy for individuals with Down Syndrome. 📅 Date: March 21, 2026⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM📍 Location: Rogue Valley […]
Meet us at the lanes for a fun-filled evening of bowling and connection! 📅 Sunday, March 22⏰ 4:30 – 6:30 PM👥 Ages 16+📍 Lava Lanes2980 Crater Lake Ave, Medford, OR Join us for strikes, spares, and great company, hosted by The Autism Society Oregon and The Arc Jackson County. 🎟 Space is limited — […]
Jackson County Self Advocates invite you to join us for Speed Advocacy Chats, a fun and engaging way to meet others, share ideas, and talk about the issues that matter most in our community. Participants will rotate through short conversations, giving everyone a chance to connect, learn from one another, and practice advocacy in a […]