Canceled: KCPC Meeting, Nurtured Heart Approach
Transformation is easier than you think. Once you learn to use the powerful NHA tools and relentlessly follow through, the child is able to use their energy successfully.

Listed here are Kitsap events related to developmental disabilities or special education including our monthly meeting. If you would like to add an event, contact us. Sign up for our monthly newsletter to stay up to date on upcoming events.
Transformation is easier than you think. Once you learn to use the powerful NHA tools and relentlessly follow through, the child is able to use their energy successfully.
The first hour will be the training topic. The IEP clinic will begin in the second hour allowing individuals to bring their student’s IEP, Evaluation, or 504 plan to the clinic and ask questions.
Learn from Thomas Delcour-Paolino, manager of Goodwill's Job Training and Education Center in Bremerton. He will provide an introduction about the center, and what they do, including a focus on its education programs, youth programs, and job assistance.
Learn about services for high schoolers with disabilities transitioning to adulthood.
The first hour will be the training topic. The IEP clinic will begin in the second hour allowing individuals to bring their student’s IEP, Evaluation, or 504 plan to the clinic and ask questions.
Recognizing signs of a developmental disorder like autism
Pursuing a diagnosis
What to do when the pediatrician won't listen to your concerns
Learn more about how to receive assistance from the Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds
Learn about the Systemic Advocacy work of the Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds
Share your thoughts on how to improve Developmental Disability services in Washington
The first hour will be the training topic. The IEP clinic will begin in the second hour allowing individuals to bring their student’s IEP, Evaluation, or 504 plan to the clinic and ask questions.
The first hour will be the training topic. The IEP clinic will begin in the second hour allowing individuals to bring their student’s IEP, Evaluation, or 504 plan to the clinic and ask questions.
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.
Autistic President, Ali Burris, Board Secretary Maria Roark, and VP Ashley Jackson will speak about:
- ASW’s mission and goals
- Benefits of starting a chapter in Kitsap County
Support and training for various diagnoses can be found on our Resources page.
Local caregiver support
Statewide caregiver support
Center of Parent Excellence (COPE)
Local events calendars