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.

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.

Parent to Parent is a nationwide organization that offers local support and resources to families in need.  Parents have many questions and concerns in coping with their child's needs and their own feelings.  Personal support from another parent, who has a child with similar needs, can be helpful in coping with these challenging experiences and feelings. Helping Parents (volunteer peer mentors) are available to provide support and information.     

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 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 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

Provides support, continuing education, and resources for adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), caregivers, family members, and professionals.   Offers adult, parent and child support groups.   Loans audiotapes, books and videotapes to members.   Groups meet on the Eastside, Kitsap and South King County.

Hosts family networking & support events, specifically for the Down syndrome community. Works with individuals, families and caregivers to provide education and advocacy. Families needing information and education specifically related to Down syndrome are provided a trained Parent Advocate to address their needs. Families are also connected to other families to develop natural peer support.

Provides emotional support and information to families of children with developmental disabilities, delays, and ongoing health care needs. Offers an individualized peer support program which matches parents of children with developmental disabilities with trained volunteers who are also parents of children with developmental disabilities, so that they might work together for emotional support and guidance.

Provides support, information, and education to those who are raising children with disabilities and special health care needs in Grant and Adams counties. Parent to Parent connects family members in similar situations who know the challenges they face, creating a community of emotional support for parents, siblings, and other caregivers.

Father Engagement: Provides fathers with information about the child welfare systems, the courts, child support, and to increase parenting skills. Engages the fathers of children who are placed in out-of-home care and increases the father’s involvement in the lives of their children. Fathers in Transition: Assists African American fathers who have been involved with the criminal justice system by providing employment and housing so they can positively impact the lives of their children and the community. Case managers and peer mentors meet with fathers weekly to provide support, community resources, housing and employment. Must also participate in Father Engagement. Young Bulls Fatherhood Academy: Weekly support services include one-on-one case management, life skills coaching, and workshops that provide access to and information about community resources, housing, employment opportunities, apprenticeship programs, and behavioral health services. Also supplies basic needs such as gas cards, food, bus passes, diapers, wipes and clothing.

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 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

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.

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.

Offers peer mentoring and support to families in the child welfare system. Provides by parents that have successfully navigated a dependency and are now here to help parents currently involved in one. Provides support at court hearings, offer a class explaining the dependency process, phone mentoring and help navigating community resources. Provides Dependency 101 Classes, which offers tools and resources to empower parents. Parents also share personal stories of making it through the dependency process and local presenters talk about their roles in the court process and how to best work with them for success. A certificate for completing the free, one-time, 2-hour class is provided.

Works with parents one on one regarding parenting skills, resources, and systems navigation.

Works to improve the lives of people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Empowers parents and other family members of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to engage in system-level advocacy.

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 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.

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.

Provides individual information and resources on how individuals can advocate for their child(ren) in the health care system, as well as making informed choices around coverage and care. Provides health care navigation training for youth, families and community leaders. Outreach to cultural and community groups. Provides information, resources, training, support and referral services in Washington State.

Offers various support groups for parents that have children with disabilities. Meetings include family, siblings, mother, and father support groups. Program Activities: Parent Support Group, Fathers support network, Sib-shops, Newsletter, Lending Library, and a helping parent program.

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 supportive services for older adults and adults with developmental disabilities or special health care needs, and for those taking care of them. Services include training related to special education and disabilities, support groups, inclusive family events, one-on-one support system navigation. Also offers case management with home visits and on-site consultations.   Caregiver Support program can provide: - Needs Assessment for Caregivers and the Care Recipient - Care Planning & Consultation - Information & Referral Services - Caregiver Education