Virtual Sessions
The Arc of Plymouth and Upper Cape Cod is pleased to offer you this curated selection of free virtual sessions.
Registration is open until November 6th. Sessions will be available 30-days from the date you register.
Our sessions are inclusive, engaging, and offer a variety of skill acquisition opportunities as well as hobby exploration. Click the button below any session to register, and we will see you online!
Anything is Pawsible
Are you a dog lover or pet owner? Interested in volunteering to help dogs, or working with dogs someday? Join us for a course all about our favorite, furry, four-legged friends…dogs!
Class participants will review the history of domesticating dogs, learn the difference between dog breeds, how dogs communicate, what is involved in the grooming process, and the cool, helpful jobs that dogs can have. Additionally, each week the group will spend a few minutes training a puppy a new trick after the lesson! By the end of the course, the group will get to see the pup perform the finished trick! Participants are encouraged to train their pup at home simultaneously, if possible.
Details
Time: 10am
Frequency: Mondays
Facilitator: Melissa Viera, Owner of MJ’s Pet Training Academy
Facilitator Bio
Melissa Viera, also known as "MJ," is the owner of pet training academy and grooming salon, "MJ's Pet Training Academy," located in Acushnet, Massachusetts. Involved with dogs since childhood, she has developed a positive approach to working with dogs and people, which students will find motivational.
Melissa holds a diploma in Dog Obedience Instruction, and is a member of various organizations including the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and International Companion Animal Network. She is a Canine Good Citizen and Temperament Test Evaluator, as well as the developer of Positive Groomer. She enjoys all areas of dog training from sports and tricks, to grooming rehabilitation.
Crafts N’ Creations
Join Brandon in this fun and easy virtual craft session. Watch the magic happen as we transform recycled household items into crafty pieces of art. Each day will be a different craft idea for you to create. Step-by-step instructions and visual aids will be provided. This session is very laid back and a great way to socialize with friends.
What will you create? A supply list will be provided in advance so that you can create along with Brandon.
Details
Time: 10am
Frequency: Thursdays
Facilitator: Brandon Gangell, Community Supports Coordinator
Facilitator Bio
Brandon Gangell is the Community Supports Coordinator for The Arc of Plymouth and Upper Cape Cod. He’s been a dedicated employee since 2017, beginning as a Direct Support Professional. His outgoing and sunny attitude make his sessions fun and full of surprises!
Brandon’s Bistro
Easy step-by-step recipes that you can make at home!
Classes will be held twice a week - one day will be an easy snack idea and the second day will be an easy breakfast or lunch recipe. Each recipe will require only a handful of steps to create. These simple recipes will be things you can prepare on your own following the session. Visual aids will be provided throughout the session and the recipe will be sent to participants for future reference and independent preparation.
Details
Time: 10am
Frequency: Wednesday and Friday
Facilitator: Brandon Gangell, Community Supports Coordinator
Facilitator Bio
Brandon Gangell is the Community Supports Coordinator for The Arc of Plymouth and Upper Cape Cod. He’s been a dedicated employee since 2017, beginning as a Direct Support Professional. His outgoing and sunny attitude make his sessions fun and full of surprises!
Independent Living
Join us for sessions geared towards establishing independence! Virtual Support Case Managers work with participants in the areas of money management, relationships and communication, daily living and personal goal setting.
Details
Time: 11am
Frequency: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
Facilitators: Various Arc Support Employees