Offers resources for parents of children with disabilities. Includes Father's Network, for fathers of children with disabilities; and SibShops, for siblings of children with disabilities. Provides a series of culturally relevant parent education classes and individual counseling sessions with parents who are experiencing parenting challenges. Classes are available to the general public and focus on child development, stress and anger management, nutrition, health and safety, communication, self-esteem and behavior.

Provides support and information to families of children with disabilities and/or special health care needs. Services offered: public awareness and outreach to the community regarding people, emotional support, information about school and transition services, social and recreational events, quarterly newsletter, lending library, assistance accessing DDA, SSI and more.

Parents for Parents is a peer to peer program, led by parent allies. A parent ally is a parent who has previously navigated the child welfare system. We offer classes called Dependency 101 and Dependency 201 for parents involved with the child welfare system. We can pair a newly involved parent with a parent ally for ongoing mentorship and support. This program is available statewide.

Works to eliminate barriers for children and young adults, ages 0-Adults, that have a developmental disorder, chronic healthcare needs, or cancer in Pacific Northwest communities. Provides access to resources, parent education, development of programs that encourage play, socializations, support systems, and community collaborations with entities that put children's needs first.

Provides maternity case management, maternity support services, First Steps Program, assistance with breastfeeding, and childbirth education classes. Other services and programs include: -  Breastfeeding support -  Car seat safety check -  Childbirth Education Classes -  Children with Special Needs -  Diet and nutrition counseling -  Family Planning services -  Free pregnancy testing -  Help with community resources and insurance information -  Infant Toddler Program -  Information and education about baby care and parenting skills -  Information and education about pregnancy, labor and delivery -  Outreach/Promoters Program -  Parent to Parent -  Substance abuse counseling -  Assistance in accessing dental and vision care -  Assistance in applying for Medicaid services -  Assistance in obtaining early and regular medical care -  Assistance in obtaining paternity information -  Assistance with housing and transportation

Provides a program for parents by parents of children with intellectual or developmental disabilities or with special health care needs.   Matches a trained mentor parent with a parent seeking support. Effort is made to match parents with similar children and life experiences. Program activities include: -  Informal support groups at various times and locations throughout King County -  Online support groups -  Occasional recreational activities for the entire family

Provides Peer Partners to work with parents one on one regarding parenting skills, resources, and systems navigation.

Provides information, emotional support and professional referrals for parents of children with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders, as well as adults experiencing learning disabilities and related conditions.

Offers 90-minute weekly group meetings for children to engage in coordinated group activities, child-directed play and for children and parents to interact with each other.  Also serves to strengthen caregiving/parenting support and learning by building relationships between caregivers/parents.

Support program for parents/guardians of children and adults with disabilities. Offers emotional support, resources, and system navigation for families of children and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental/behavioral health, and chronic health conditions. Connects families who share similar experiences in parenting a child with developmental disability or chronic health condition.

Provides networking opportunities for families with a disabled or seriously ill child. It's an opportunity for families with similar situations to network with on another while at camps.

Provides education, advocacy and referrals to help people with developmental disabilities get the support and services they need to improve their lives. Offers information and resources for families with children and adults with developmental disabilities. Offers opportunities for networking with other families, training, and education.

Baby Blues Connection provides support, information and resources to women and families coping with pregnancy and postpartum mood disorders. Services include 24-hour phone support, parent to parent support groups in multiple locations, partner support for family members who want to support someone coping with postpartum depression or anxiety, and resource packets emailed/mailed at no cost.

Provides a wide rage of services for children with special and developmental healthcare needs and their families. Integrates physical health, behavior, mental health, and educational services to optimize daily life for the child and family. Provides Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnostic clinic, behavioral and developmental evaluations, cleft lip and palate program, infant and toddler early intervention, medical specialty clinics, nurse family partnership, pediatric dental services, therapy services, speech and language therapy, genetics program, and family support.

Offers resources for parents of children with disabilities. Includes Father's Network, for fathers of children with disabilities; and SibShops, for siblings of children with disabilities. Provides a series of culturally relevant parent education classes and individual counseling sessions with parents who are experiencing parenting challenges. Classes are available to the general public and focus on child development, stress and anger management, nutrition, health and safety, communication, self-esteem and behavior.

Emotional support provided to parents/guardians of children with a disability or chronic medical condition.   One-to-one matching of parents with a trained, volunteer 'helping parent' mentor.

Offers a parent and caregiver support network for children and youth with social, emotional, behavioral health needs.

Empowers people with Down syndrome and their families through life-long learning and experiences while building an accepting and inclusive society. Maintains a network of individuals, families and groups affected by Down syndrome.   Five core efforts define the vision and guidance for those living with Down syndrome: Outreach, Community Events, Community Groups, Education and Advocacy Provides home/hospital visits and information for new parents, ongoing telephone support and legislative updates.

Offers resources for parents of children with disabilities. Includes Father's Network, for fathers of children with disabilities; and SibShops, for siblings of children with disabilities. Provides a series of culturally relevant parent education classes and individual counseling sessions with parents who are experiencing parenting challenges. Classes are available to the general public and focus on child development, stress and anger management, nutrition, health and safety, communication, self-esteem and behavior.

Offers a variety of parenting groups in Pierce County. Each group is facilitated by professionals who have experienced the ups & downs of parenting a baby. The groups do not use set curriculums but address the concerns and topics brought by participants. Unless otherwise noted, babies, partners, support people and other caregivers are welcome. Facilitators have had a minimum of 24 hours of training in facilitation, perinatal emotional health and wellness, and group dynamics. Frequent themes include: - feelings of exhaustion, loneliness, worry, and anxiety - guilt or feelings of self-doubt - changes to and challenges with our relationships (partner, friends, work, and more) - the paradox of loving our baby AND struggling with the loss of freedom and identity - desires to better understand and care for our babies - the invisibility of our daily accomplishments - financial concerns and going back to work, and so much more - the unexpected difficulty of this period, and the loss of our hoped for experience (childbirth, maternity leave, etc) Groups: Melanin & Milk - Peer & Lactation Support for Women of Color Tu, 1pm-2:30pm Union Club - 539 Broadway, Tacoma Facilitator: Whitney Scott, IBCLC Text "melanin" to 253-448-3635 to receive more info. Being the Village - Mom & Baby Support Group for Women of Color Th, 11am via Zoom; 3rd Th, 5:30pm Contact: Chelsea (253) 798-4569 https://www.beingthevillage.com/ Black Mama Support Group For all Black Mamas, non-binary, gender non-conforming, trans and queer. 3rd Su, 10am-11am Parable Tacoma: 3502 McKinley Ave, Ste A [email protected] Tel: 253-220-7393 www.parabletacoma.com Caminemos Juntos Apoyo para Las Familias de Habla Hispana On-line via Zoom Lunes, Jueves de 6:15pm-7:30pm y Sábado de 10am-11:30 (Monday, Thursday 6:15-7:30pm and Saturday, 10-11:30am) Text Marisol or Heather at 971-258-2426 Facebook: @caminemosjuntoswashington

Offers mentors that provide access to community resources, and guidance navigating the child welfare and court systems. This program also provides a Dependency 101 Training. Support groups are also available once per month. Program of Thurston and Mason County that was initiated through a collaborative partnership between Catalysts for Kids, Children's Administration, Thurston County Superior Court and Family Education and Support Services.

Hosts a safe and confidential environment for Dads to get together with other Dads to share personal experiences and explore the unique challenges they often face while raising a child with a developmental delay or disability.

Emotional support provided to parents/guardians of children with a disability or chronic medical condition.   One-to-one matching of parents with a trained, volunteer 'helping parent' mentor.

Provides direct Parent Support Services free to any Pierce County Parent raising children/youth experiencing mild to significant emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health challenges. Parent Support Services include:  - school advocacy support and training,  - juvenile court-support and navigation,  - mental health care system support,  - team and community support,  - parent support groups and,  - parent education classes.

Holds an annual caregiver conference as well as seven mini conferences around the state each year. Connects foster parents to online and in person support groups and local foster parent associations.