Many great groups in Washington state exist for families and caregivers to find support, information, and community.
Parent to Parent of Washington State
Parent to Parent provides support, connections to resources, system navigation, and opportunities such as events and training for families of children and adults with special health needs or developmental disabilities. The Washington State Parent to Parent is a network of 26 local county programs providing outreach and support throughout Washington State. This is a free and confidential service.
To learn more and connect with your local Parent-to-Parent coordinator visit https://arcwa.org/parent-to-parent/parent-to-parent-program/
The Arc Local Chapters
The Arc has 7 local chapters throughout Washington State that provide resources and support to families with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. To connect with your local chapter visit https://arcwa.org/find-a-chapter/.
Roots2Wings
Roots2Wings Family Group (R2WFG) supports families with neurodiverse members transitioning from child to adult services. Through monthly online sessions and quarterly, in-person workshops, R2WFG serves as a multidisciplinary hub for resources, connections, and a nurturing community to assist families as they navigate the journey from high school to post-secondary education and beyond.
Contact Roots2Wings at info@R2WFG.com
Family Mentor Project
The Family Mentor Project (FMP) is a resource to support families and guardians through the process of moving a family member to the community from a Residential Habilitation Center (RHC) operated by the Developmental Disabilities Administration of Washington (DDA) or from a skilled nursing facility. To learn more visit https://www.familymentorproject.info/
