Washington state informational and networking events for families with children with special health needs
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The King County Developmental Disabilities Legislative Forum is an opportunity to educate elected officials on issues that are important to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) or delays and their families, friends, and supporters. This is done through sharing King County’s I/DD legislative priorities, and also by having our community members share their personal stories as they relate to the priorities.
2024 Legislative Forum: Please Save the Date!
Join us on Thursday, December 7th, 2023 at the DoubleTree Suites, 16500 Southcenter Parkway, to hear from individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and delays and their family members, learn about King County’s 2024 legislative priorities, and connect with legislators. Check back in fall for the registration link, or sign up for our emails at GovDelivery.
- Doors Open at 6 P.M.
- Forum 7:00 – 8:30 P.M.
- Coffee & Tea Provided
Square Pegs has a new group just for autistic and neurodivergent parents. They meet the 2nd Sunday of each month here at The Arc from 10am-12pm. If you have questions they can contact Jen.St.Cyr@gmail.com or Gina@bunster.org
Coffee & Tea with P2P – This support group is for parents and caregivers seeking support to navigate the various emotions and life adjustments of raising a child, youth, and adult with a disability. This parent group helps connect families to Pierce County community resources, fosters relationships with other parents, and builds a support network for parents feeling isolated. This group meets online monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 7-8 pm PT.
Awesome Autism Parent Support Group – The Awesome Autism Parent Support Group is a community dedicated to providing a nurturing and empowering environment for parents and caregivers of children with autism. The primary goal is to offer emotional support, share resources, exchange experiences, and promote a sense of unity among parents, individuals, and families raising and child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The group meets online on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 12-1 pm PT.
Join a monthly gathering of parents/caregivers of children with CP. During each meeting, you will hear from and engage with a guest speaker, and you will also spend time providing each other with community and support.
Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of every month from 5:30-6:30 PM via Zoom
Padre a Padre Grupo de Apoyo para Familias Hispanohablantes / Spanish Speaking Family Support Group – Padre a Padre es un grupo de apoyo para familias hispanohablantes que tienen niños, jóvenes y adultos con discapacidades. Este grupo reconoce los desafíos que estos padres enfrentan son unicos y tiene como objetivo crear un espacio seguro e inclusivo donde puedan conectarse, compartir experiencias y obtener recursos informativos.Este grupo de apoyo se reúne mensualmente el tercer martes de 6:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m. (hora del Pacífico).
Reflejos:
- Accesibilidad: el grupo de apoyo es para hispanohablantes, lo que garantiza que las barreras del idioma no impide que los padres busquen y reciban ayuda.
- Intercambio de información: el grupo ofrece información precisa y actualizada sobre diversas discapacidades.
- Conexiones entre compañeros: este grupo facilita las conexiones y las amistades entre los padres. Esto les permite aprender de las experiencias de los demás y asi construir una comunidad de apoyo.
- Sensibilidad cultural: este grupo de apoyo trata de estar a la par con sus valores culturales. Tomamos en cuenta nuestra cultura y tratamos de incorporarla para celebrar y preservarla.
Padre a Padre is a support group for parents/caregivers whose native language is Spanish that are raising children, youth, and adults with disabilities. This group recognizes these parents’ unique challenges and aims to create a safe and inclusive space where they can connect, share experiences, and access resources. This support group meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday from 6:30 –7:30 pm PT.
This group is for Black/African American families to come together as a cultural community to support one another as parents/caregivers of children, youth, adults and individuals with Developmental Disabilities. Come talk to other parents who get it.
Some of the topics on our agenda:
- Sensory Processing Disorder & hair maintenance
- Overcoming Cultural biases and stigmas
- Parenting in public (overcoming behavior challenges & public opinions)
4th Thursday of each month from 7-8pm! Drop in and say hi!
Coffee & Tea with P2P – This support group is for parents and caregivers seeking support to navigate the various emotions and life adjustments of raising a child, youth, and adult with a disability. This parent group helps connect families to Pierce County community resources, fosters relationships with other parents, and builds a support network for parents feeling isolated. This group meets online monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 7-8 pm PT.
Awesome Autism Parent Support Group – The Awesome Autism Parent Support Group is a community dedicated to providing a nurturing and empowering environment for parents and caregivers of children with autism. The primary goal is to offer emotional support, share resources, exchange experiences, and promote a sense of unity among parents, individuals, and families raising and child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The group meets online on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 12-1 pm PT.
Square Pegs has a new group just for autistic and neurodivergent parents. They meet the 2nd Sunday of each month here at The Arc from 10am-12pm. If you have questions they can contact Jen.St.Cyr@gmail.com or Gina@bunster.org