For Parents

This article is a couple of years old but it's good to read again. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jessica-r-toste/the-illusion-of-inclusion_1_b_8530372.html

This document will familiarize you with some of the main considerations, public benefits, and resources that are relevant for children age 0-18 with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) in King County. Overview of Children's Services (English)

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

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/

http://www.cnn.com/2017/04/02/health/autism-women-laura-james/index.html

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