Listed here are Kitsap events related to developmental disabilities or special education including our monthly meeting. Not all community events are posted here. If you would like to add an event, please contact us.
Open to the Public! Connect with dozens of agencies and supports for families of adults and children with diverse needs. Learn about the transition process from school age to adulthood.
Want to learn more about special education, and the 504 or IEP process? Attend online and hear from Vanessa Lewis, Parent Resource Coordinator at Washington PAVE. Time for Q&A.
Interested in learning more about community resources in your area? Join us for the opportunity to meet with local community-based organizations and engage in discussion around behavioral health services.
Training participants will learn:
Overview of Autism characteristics,
Understand learning styles, executive function, and critical thinking and its impact on independence and self-esteem.
Learn strategies that encourage independence and autonomy; building on strengths, interests, and motivations.
Learn from the Sheriff's Office on what to do if your child disappears or is experiencing a mental health crisis. Learn prevention techniques and what happens during these events.
Join us at the South Sound Legislative Forum 2024 for an engaging gathering where local voices meet local legislators. Hybrid option available.
This year, Apple Tree Therapy is happy to provide a TRUNK-OR-TREAT WALK-THRU Halloween Event. Children and families will park and walk around the building to receive prizes and treats while passing decorations and costumed staff and volunteers! Costumes are encouraged, but not necessary to join in the Halloween Fun.
Telling Your Story Workshop - Whether you're fine-tuning your ask or you want to learn to advocate for change. At the end of this session, you will know how to define an issue and advocate for policy and/or system change by drawing from personal experiences to make your point effectively and memorably.
Practicing Your Pitch - Finally! This is the time to practice telling your story in front of other advocates. You will receive the best feedback to help you refine your talking points to get your message across effectively and create change in your community.
Connect and learn about resources in our community. Everyone is welcome to attend.
What happens if you don't feel like your concerns are being heard by the school? Attend online to learn about the mediation process, a free offering by the OSPI. This event is hosted by Washington PAVE and presented by Sound Options Group.
Join us for an informal meeting. Meet other parents and caregivers, learn about upcoming training opportunities, and learn ways to advocate for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Grab a warm drink, pull up a chair, and let's talk about what's coming in the new year.
Support and training for various diagnoses can be found on our Resources page.
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