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The way to manage chronic stress is consistent self-care. Here are ways to stay mentally and physically healthy. In other words, here’s how caregivers can pull on that oxygen mask first in order to be well enough to assist others! https://wapave.org/self-care-is-critical-for-caregivers-with-unique-challenges/

ESIT is extending the deadline for the Parent Institute for Engagement (PIE) program to ensure statewide representation. PIE is a 12-month leadership program for parents and caregivers who have received early intervention services through ESIT. We will help you build your skills and allow you to become better leaders, advocates, public speakers, and active members in your [...]

Autistic Self Advocacy Network intern Lydia Brown originally published this article on their blog Autistic Hoya under the title The Significance of Semantics: Person-First Language: Why It Matters. https://autisticadvocacy.org/about-asan/identity-first-language/

The Welcome Inclusion (WIN) Initiative is a grassroots alliance. WIN is a public awareness and capacity building campaign that will facilitate rapid, transformative community change to promote a world of inclusion for children and adults with intellectual, behavioral, and social differences through 3 key activities: Awareness - Building public awareness about creating healthy and positive [...]

Come out and support by running or walking the Bothell 5K-Capes for Courage  This 5K run/walk will raise money for the Wranglers Inclusion Program at the Northshore Senior Center which is home to the Wrangler program and many more programs for all kinds of populations.  The race will begin at the Northshore Health and Wellness Center [...]

This group is for parents who have minor children with disabilities or other special needs, and centers the narrative of the children of color and their families through an intersectional lens. The group includes, but is not limited to: ADHD, Speech delays/ disorders, Autism Spectrum, Down Syndrome; and any other visible or invisible disabilities, learning [...]

Are you a grandparent or other family member raising a relative’s child? You are not alone. More than 47,000 individuals in Washington State are caring for one or more relative children. The financial, legal, and emotional issues of raising a relative’s child can be challenging. Services and support when raising a relative’s child can be [...]