The Arc Lane County

7/8/26 - Does your child have a properly fitting life jacket for the summer?

Ensure they do, by coming to see us on July 10th, at the Springfield Elks Lodge!

The Springfield Elks Lodge has purchased life jackets to help every child in Lane County have access to the right size life jacket. This year, the fun continues!

Bring your child and an outgrown, lightly used life jacket to exchange for a properly fitting life jacket. We will help check jackets for form, fit, and function. Exchanged life jackets will be inspected for safety and handed back out to other children. Leftover jackets will go to loaner stations around the county.

This event is, first come, first served, and your child must be present for sizing.

The event will be held on Friday, July 10th from 3pm to 7pm, at the Springfield Elks Lodge located at 1701 Centennial Blvd in Springfield.

Thanks to the Springfield Elks Lodge for sponsoring and hosting this event!

Looking for new ways to support children and families with complex needs?

Join us for an upcoming Wraparound Training and learn about a family-centered, team-based approach that helps children and youth thrive at home, in school, and in their communities.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, provider, educator, or community partner, this training will introduce the core values and principles of Wraparound and show how collaboration can lead to better outcomes for families.

📅 Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
🕒 Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
📍 Location: Online via Zoom

Registration is required. Sign up today: https://tinyurl.com/94pwydpv

Together, we can build stronger support systems that help every child and family succeed.

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