A Call To Men – A TED Talk by Tony Porter
This is very much worth the 12 minutes it takes to watch. Mr. Porter talks about the messages young boys get on how to be a man and about the perceptions they are given of women. Watch the talk here.
Find a Summer Meal Site Near You
None of us want to see a child go hungry this summer. With schools closed, many children lose access to their week day breakfasts and lunches. Luckily we have a great Summer Meals Program that is separate of what might be available from individual schools and school districts. These are normally free to anyone aged [...]
Community Homes Webinars on Accessing Housing and the Different Models Available
The road to independence for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities includes secure and affordable housing. Community Homes has created a 3-tiered workshop program to provide information regarding the steps for accessing housing and the different models available. Workshops are offered throughout the year.
CORRECTION : New Process for Unemployment Insurance Benefits for Customers Who Have Disabilities
When this post was first made on June 25th, the email address provided was incorrect. The correct email address is provided below. There is a new process for Unemployment Insurance benefits customers who have disabilities to request accommodations so they can access services and benefits. Please share this info with other members that may [...]
Supporting Parents of Autism – via Zoom
WAAA’s Supporting Parents of Autism (SPA) Group is for parents who have children on the Autism Spectrum. Join us weekly on Zoom, Every Sunday of each month, at 2pm-3:00pm, starting May 31st, for support, resources, and community. Participants will receive the Zoom link one day before the event. Learn more here.
Guardianship, Wills and Trusts 101 – A Virtual Workshop Presented by Skagit County Public Health
(Note: The presenter, Christy Ibrahim, is a frequent and well received presenter at the annual Fathers Network conference) Wed, July 29, 2020 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT This workshop will cover all the options for your child to have a successful, sustainable and independent financial future, as well as planning for future life events [...]
CORRECTION : New Process for Unemployment Insurance Benefits for Customers Who Have Disabilities
When this post was first made on June 25th, the email address provided was incorrect. The correct email address is provided below. There is a new process for Unemployment Insurance benefits customers who have disabilities to request accommodations so they can access services and benefits. Please share this info with other members that may [...]
Virtual Advocacy Days Focus on Protecting DD Services
Thursdays, July 2nd--August 6th 10:00 am -- 11:30 am The Arc of Washington State and DD Council are hosting a series of 6 weekly virtual Advocacy Days to inform, engage and encourage everyone to be active participants in making sure our state's historic budget shortfall is not balanced by severe cuts to essential services for [...]