Preparing for a Meaningful Life After High School
https://informingfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/NPS-FALL-18.pdf
Evaluations Part 1: Where to Start When a Student Needs Special Help at School
https://wapave.org/evaluations-part-1-where-to-start-when-a-student-needs-special-help-at-school/
Understanding the Difference Between ABLE and ETF Accounts
Many people have been asking what the difference is between an ABLE account and a DD Endowment Trust account. The following offers a comparison between the two. https://informingfamilies.org/etf-able/
Video Provides Provides a Bird’s Eye View of Services, Supports and Resources for Ages 14-21
During these years that your family member is immersed in school, make the most of the support they have to focus on emerging independent living skills, employment opportunities, and connections to your community. Typically, after age 21, school activities and school based services end. It is important to learn as much as you can about [...]
Puget Sound Buddy Walk is Coming Up – October 14 at Seattle Center
The Buddy Walk celebrates families and community members with Down syndrome, promotes their acceptance, inclusion and respect; and raises funds in support of the DSC. Join over 1,500 friends and supporters for an afternoon of fun including family activities, resource booths, vendors, food trucks, team photos, a fun walk around Seattle Center, and a post [...]
Spokane Legislative Forum on Disability Issues, October 25th
Legislators and candidates from the 3rd, 4th, 6th, 7th and 9th state legislative districts have been invited. Learn where state legislators and candidates from Eastern Washington stand on the issues affecting people with disabilities. Learn more here.