SPHARC (State Public Health Autism Resource Center) is holding a series of virtual coffee talks during Autism Awareness Month. The first takes place tomorrow, April 19. See the flyer for more information. AAM2017_CoffeeTalkFlyer
Please see the attached document for an overview of DDA eligibility. Required Documentation for DDA Eligibility Determination March 2017
Have you checked out FEAT's online Resource Guide yet? From dentists to therapies to horseback riding, the Resource Guide has a huge variety of over 200 resources available to ASD families in Washington. You can also submit a resource that you think should be included. https://featautismguide.wordpress.com/
Express Yourself is a nonprofit empowerment program for teenagers with physical disabilities designed to encourage self-expression through different artistic mediums. No prior experience necessary. https://www.expressyourselfseattle.org/
The WA Governor's Committee on Disability Issues & Employment is hosting the 17th Youth Leadership Forum for High School Students with Disabilities at Western Washington University from July 23-28, 2017. This is a unique, career leadership-training program for high school students (16-21) and those receiving transition services from their school districts. Students serve as delegates [...]
http://www.cnn.com/2017/04/02/health/autism-women-laura-james/index.html
This year's WA State Fathers Conference will take place on Saturday, November 4th in Bellevue. Keep checking this site for information as it becomes available. Registration will start during the summer.
April 11th is the date of the next Office of Education ask an Ombuds webinar. The webinar is free, open to the public and you can send your questions in advance. Registration is required. See the flyer for more information. AprilAskanOmbudsFlyer.cgb.2017.03.24