Statewide
| The Arc Washington | The Arc of Washington State advocates for quality services and necessary funding to meet the needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families including birth to three services, special education, employment and residential supports, health care, transportation, respite and inclusion in the community. |
| Disability Rights WA | Disability Rights Washington is a private non-profit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Our mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. We work to pursue justice on matters related to human and legal rights. |
| EasterSeals Washington | Easterseals Washington empowers people of all ages with disabilities to reach their full potential. We offer many services for children, adults, and seniors, and we support families. Adult services, camping and recreation, autism services, children’s services, and employment and training. |
| Informing Families | Our one-page bulletins provide trusted information about services, supports, and resources for individuals and families. Topics range from IEP preparation, life after high school, navigating relationships, positive behavior support, understanding the service system, and issues for those with a dual diagnosis of developmental disability and mental illness. |
| PAVE Washington | PAVE provides support, training, information and resources to empower and give voice to individuals, youth and families impacted by disabilities in Washington. |
Pierce County
| Pierce County PC2 | Pierce County Coalition for Developmental Disabilities PC2’s mission: “Find, inform, educate, and empower individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.” PC2’s Resource Guide |
| Federal Way We Rock The Spectrum | We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym (WRTS) is an indoor playground franchise opportunity that provides sensory-safe play spaces for all kids, with a focus on children with autism and special needs. Details |
| Tacoma L’Arche Tahoma Hope | Community where people with and without intellectual disabilities live and work together. |
| Tacoma AurPlace SG | We are two mothers and special education teachers that are beginning the journey of opening a sensory gym in Tacoma, WA. We truly believe there needs to be more places in our community where children with Autism or other needs can be themselves and engage in activities. |
Thurston County
| South Sound Parent To Parent | South Sound Parent to Parent supports families through peer mentorship, early support (birth–3), resources, and education, serving Thurston, Mason, and Grays Harbor counties. South Sound’s Community Resources |
| Lacey Sensory Toolhouse, LLC | Specialized retail store with a sensory room available for use. We’re more than just a store—we’re a community resource dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and caregivers. Details Sensory Toolhouse Community Resources |
| Olympia Thurston County Inclusion | Thurston County Inclusion was founded in 2019 with the goal to bring youth (ages 5 through 22) with and without intellectual disabilities together for year round engagement in order to support peer connections and relationships. Some example programs that we will run include summer camps that are accessible and inclusive, programs to form mentorships between older and younger people with disabilities, and be a general location for peers to connect. |
| Rochester Autism Acres | Autism Acres is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, veteran-owned organization in Rochester, WA, providing a safe, fully fenced 5-acre space for families with special needs to play, connect, and belong. It offers free, reservation-only play days, featuring indoor/outdoor activities suitable for children and adults with neurodiverse needs. Check out their Facebook Details |
Social Media
| Special Connections From The Northwest | This page is for families in the Pacific Northwest Region WA, MT, OR, ID, with special needs children and adults. It is a place to connect, share knowledge and supplies. |
| SPD/ ASD Families of Pierce County | This is a group to bring SPD and ASD families together in our area, reaching within your comfort level and the comfort level of your child. |
| Yelm Special Needs Support Network | Special needs families and friends in the Yelm, Rainer, McKenna, Roy, Nisqually, SE Thurston & Pierce, Lewis and Mason county areas. |
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