Virtual Event: Seattle Children’s Hospital Autism 205 Session – Parenting in the “New Normal” May 21, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Note: This panel will feature Jay Pierce, son of Fathers Network mom Suzanne. Join us for Autism 205: Parenting in the “New Normal,” a virtual event where parents, caregivers, self-advocates and community stakeholders can draw strength from this incredible community. This month’s Autism 200 lecture will be available through Facebook Live on Seattle Children's [...]
Another Dad on the Once Upon a Gene Podcast
Listen in as Bo Bigelow, a dad in Maine, talks about life in quarantine and his daughter Tess, who was born with a very rare genetic disorder called USP7. Listen to the podcast here.
Workshops On Accessing Housing
The road to independence for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities includes secure and affordable housing. Community Homes has created a 3-tiered workshop program to provide information regarding the steps for accessing housing and the different models available. Workshops are offered throughout the year. Please see the workshop topics and schedule below. You can go [...]
Down Syndrome of Puget Sound Adult Facebook Group
The DSC Adult Friend group is open to adults ages 18 and older. This social group includes adults with Down syndrome and typically developing adults. The goal for this group is to meet-up once a month and create an inclusive environment. In the future we are planning to meet once a month for group meet-ups [...]
LGBTQ Community and Coronavirus
From the WA State Department of Health: We are all connected. And COVID-19 spreads rapidly through these connections. For all of us to stay healthy and safe, everyone in all of our communities and neighborhoods needs to stay healthy and safe. But it doesn’t always happen this way. Communities that have experienced discrimination and stigma [...]
IEP on Pause? How to Support Continuous Learning with School Buildings Closed
From PAVE: A Brief Overview This article provides some basic ideas for families to consider while students are doing school in a whole new way during the COVID-19 shutdown. As always, programming for students who qualify for special education services is uniquely designed to address a student’s strengths and needs. Special education law maintains a [...]
Life After High School – a six part workshop offered on-line
Is your special ed student ready for life after high school? Are you? Life After High School is a six-part workshop to help individuals with developmental disabilities and their families navigate the challenging transition from school to adult life. More information and how to register can be found here. FYI, the workshop is offered by [...]