Northwest Railway Museum and Sensory-Friendly Train Ride, June 1
Encompass Connections—a group for families with children with unique and special needs, developmental delays, disabilities, or who are receiving pediatric therapy services—and Encompass Sibshops—a series of workshops for siblings of children with special needs—are organizing a series of joint spring social excursions! Whether you’ve attended one of these groups before or not, all who [...]
The Dad Project Returns
The DAD Project returns! On 6 Sundays, Dads bring their babies (under 8 months of age) to experience the importance of infant-father relationships, the wonder of development, and the joys of fatherhood! Moms are free to focus on self-care while Dad and baby are bonding! June 30 - Aug 4 2019 Space is limited! Early [...]
Navigating Social Security, Medicaid and Medicare, May 22 in Tacoma
People with disabilities who work may one day qualify for SSDI. Individuals with disabilities may also collect a similar benefit (CDB) if a parent retires or dies. This workshop explains these benefits, including how to become eligible, and the rules around income and savings. Advocates, families, Employment Service Vendors, and schools all welcome to attend. http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eg9jdffl2cde64f4&llr=6ajwdndab [...]
Inclusion vs. Belonging in the Theatre
One of the areas where the Fathers Network works is in promoting equal access to the community. One area of the community we are heavily involved in is access to cultural events. And, not just access as patrons but also as artists and employees. The following article is longer than what I usually like to [...]
Disability Resource and Service Fair – “Getting Connected”, Tacoma, June 25th
Purpose – Inform vulnerable populations throughout Pierce County about services and resources and how & where to access critical information. https://www.partnercafebtgas.org/disability-resource-service-fair
Kinship Caregiver Day Proclamation
Today is Kinship Caregiver Day in the state of WA. In recognition of the thousands of family relatives who provide care and nurturing environments for children.
Woodland Park Zoo and Pacific Science Center cater to those with sensory sensitivities
https://kimatv.com/news/local/woodland-park-zoo-pacific-science-center-cater-to-those-with-sensory-sensitivities