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A Place For Me is a free resource center that provides activities, supports, and resources to families of children with Down syndrome.

The Parent to Parent program offers monthly education seminars/workshops on disability-related topics, monthly social/recreational events, Trimesterly Sibshops™ sibling support events, annual “Helping Parent” (mentorship) Training, and year-round—Community Outreach Events.

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

Provides parent support groups, play groups, resources and information to individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Supports families across the Northwest who suspect or have a diagnosis of PANDAS/PANS. Provides support groups, caregiver assistance, and a grant program. Advances regional legislation and public policy to address health inequities and improve access to care. Educates Northwest communities through conference presentations, guest lectures in undergraduate and graduate medical programs, and free educational sessions for any local group. Maintains a list of PANDAS/PANS‑treating providers in each state served—including MDs, NDs, ENTs, psychiatrists, psychologists, and others. Families can request this clinician list by completing a short intake form on the organization’s website under “Contact Us.”

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and system navigation to families of children with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

Kitsap Parent to Parent provides peer-to-peer emotional support, guidance, and resource navigation for families raising children with developmental disabilities or special health care needs. The program connects parents with trained volunteer “Helping Parents,” offers monthly groups and events, and creates a community where caregivers can share experiences and find encouragement.

Offers support and Information for parents of children with ADHD, adults with ADHD, educators and health care professionals. Meets on the third Friday of each month from 6:30-8:00pm, in-person at the Subway Community Room on Kitsap Way in Bremerton.

Offers a range of ABA services designed to support individuals across ages and skill levels. Whether your child thrives in one-on-one therapy, small-group learning, or natural-environment settings, we have programs built to help them grow. From early intervention programs to social skills groups and community-based support, our services are flexible and designed to evolve as your child develops.

This is a Parent-to-Parent State Map to locate support groups for parents with children living with special needs.

Los programas de apoyo de Padres a padres ofrecen apoyo emocional e información a las familias de niños con diferencias y retrasos del desarrollo o enfermedades crónicas.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Provides impactful programs & resources for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families in the Puget Sound area.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Family Conversations is a program for families with children from birth to age three who are deaf or hard-of-hearing (D/HH). The groups provide time for parents/guardians to get more information, learn S.E.E. (Signing Exact English) signs, meet deaf/hard-of-hearing community members and connect with other parents/guardians. Playgroups for the children give them a chance to practice language and social skills using music, dance, story time and singing.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Sibshops is a series of workshops for children ages 5-17 who have a sibling with a disability or chronic health condition. Also offers other workshops for parents and caregivers. See website for details.

Family Connections provides a welcoming virtual community where parents with special needs kids can connect, share experiences, and access guidance on assistive technology (AT) and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).

Families can apply for grants to help cover out of pocket costs for speech/therapy/occupational therapy and therapy equipment for their special needs child. Child must be receiving medical therapies from a licensed professional in Spokane County.

Autism Support 360 (ASD360) is a digital self-navigation platform & resources locator that houses a wide variety of programs and services for children and young adults with ASD. You can search for programs by age, primary language, type of service, zip code/city, and more.

The 1..2..3 Jump: Bridge Forward Program offers warm connection system navigation services for Black, African American, Hispanic/Latino/a families with children ages 3 to 5 who have developmental delays, disabilities, or special health care needs. The program helps families access essential resources, support, and community networks to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Provides information, education, assistance, systems navigation, and opportunities for families to learn & meet around the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Offers free online classes and sessions about autism, how to care for children with autism, mindfulness classes, and more.

Provides a network of peer support, play groups, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

Offers behavioral, autism, speech therapies and more for children & youth, ages 2-18. Also offers training and support for parents engaged in their child's ABA therapy. Please call for details. There is currently a wait list for services.

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

HeadStrong supports children and young adults living with brain injury by offering engaging social and outdoor events, online trainings, and totes bags for families and youth in the hospitals.

Parent Training and Information (PTI) program helps family caregivers, youth, and professionals with questions about services for children and young people with disabilities, ages 0-26.

We provide families of children 0-18 years of age across King and Pierce Counties (WA) culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate supports to navigate the healthcare and education systems to maximize the potential of children with disabilities.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

The Early Learning Inclusive Play Group is for low-income families with children (ages 3-5) who have special needs. Playgroup provides a community setting where parents and children enjoy socialization time and receive skill-building support.

Provides resources & support to families with children who are deaf, deaf-blind or hard of hearing. Services are available in English, Spanish, and Arabic. Call or request support through the website.

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

The 1..2..3 Jump Program is a free school readiness program for King County families with children 3-5 years old with and without developmental delays and disabilities. This parent-driven program is designed to help parents navigate services and supports, while preparing children for success in kindergarten. The program has 4 core services: warm connection system navigation for children 3-5 with developmental delays & disabilities, developmental screenings, kindergarten readiness, and community events & parent trainings.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Offers a range of ABA services designed to support individuals across ages and skill levels. Whether your child thrives in one-on-one therapy, small-group learning, or natural-environment settings, we have programs built to help them grow. From early intervention programs to social skills groups and community-based support, our services are flexible and designed to evolve as your child develops.

Offers information, training, advocacy support for families caring for children and individuals who have developmental disabilities. Also offers monthly informational meetings for parents and caregivers caring for individuals with I/DD.

WE SERVE: Families who have children or adults with special needs, delays, disabilities and/or complex medical needs. WE PROVIDE: Free support, including connections to resources and community providers, peer support from trained parents, social events, and resource guides. OTHER: Check our website for list of current events. Open to all families in Island County with children or adults with special needs.

Offers a range of ABA services designed to support individuals across ages and skill levels. Whether your child thrives in one-on-one therapy, small-group learning, or natural-environment settings, we have programs built to help them grow. From early intervention programs to social skills groups and community-based support, our services are flexible and designed to evolve as your child develops.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and educational workshops and recreational events to families of children with disabilities. Early Support Provider for 0-3, providing evaluation, special education, OT, PT, Speech and service coordination.

Provides resources, support and information for families of children with autism. Serves Clark County & the Portland Metro area.

24:7 Dad is an evidence-based, fatherhood program used by organizations across the nation to improve the knowledge, behavior, and skills of all dads. Throughout the program, men examine their own fatherhood history, learn the 5 characteristics of a 24:7 Dad, and other important behaviors to help them be the best dads they can be.

Sibshops provide a social space for siblings of kids with special needs to have fun and learn about the services their siblings receive. Use the online locator to find a Sibshop in your area.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Parent to Parent offers emotional support, information about community resources, education and events to parents of children with developmental disabilities, chronic illness or special health care needs.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Provides a network of peer support, events, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

The Early Learning program supports multicultural families, including pregnant individuals, newborns, and children ages 0–5 with autism or other developmental disabilities or delays in King County. The program focuses on promoting early childhood development and preparing children for school readiness.

This is a network of support, information, and resources to improve the quality of life for people with Down syndrome and their families. Serves residents of the inland northwest.

Provides outreach, support & social opportunities for children and adults with Down Syndrome.

We provide families of children 0-18 years of age across King and Pierce Counties (WA) culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate supports to navigate the healthcare and education systems to maximize the potential of children with disabilities.

The Benton Franklin Parent Coalition (Facebook group) is a resource for local families who have loved ones with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The group is for parents, community partners, and stakeholders to share knowledge, plan activities, and support each other in supporting our community members with special needs.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Families that need support with services and resources meet with a trained Parent Advocate to formulate a strategy to obtain services tailored to the needs of their family member. These needs may include special education services, future planning for adult services such as guardianship, government assistance such as Medicaid, or conflict resolution regarding standards of care.

The Washington Autism Alliance supports clients with autism (or other intellectual and developmental disabilities) and their families by helping them navigate complex systems through their sliding scale family navigation services.

Offers a range of ABA services designed to support individuals across ages and skill levels. Whether your child thrives in one-on-one therapy, small-group learning, or natural-environment settings, we have programs built to help them grow. From early intervention programs to social skills groups and community-based support, our services are flexible and designed to evolve as your child develops.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

We provide families of children 0-18 years of age across King and Pierce Counties (WA) culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate supports to navigate the healthcare and education systems to maximize the potential of children with disabilities.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

AS360 is a nonprofit platform run by the UW Autism Center and other partners. Use the resource locator tool to find autism-specific resources such as diagnostic services, activities, therapy, advocacy, and more. The directory contains resources in WA state only.

Consultation and referral for families of children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Provides information, training and support to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities. Services offered to military families.

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0–18 who have or are at risk of developing serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Better Together is a closed Facebook group for local families coping with autism and other disabilities to support and help each other. They are a small and local group created by parents of children with autism in the Tri-Cities. This private Facebook page is for parents and other close relatives only. It is to share knowledge, plan activities, and support each other in raising special needs children.

We provide families of children 0-18 years of age across King and Pierce Counties (WA) culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate supports to navigate the healthcare and education systems to maximize the potential of children with disabilities.

Offers a network of peer support, information and referral, and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

Klickitat County Health Department offers the Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program, which serves children 0–18 who have or are at risk of developing serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive. This service also provides diagnostic services for children with Autism. The SMART Team assists local families with timely access to Autism evaluation and referrals to local supports and services. Anyone can make a referral for a child including medical professionals, school districts, service providers, and parents.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is a service-wide program dedicated to serving Service Members and their Family Members with medical conditions of all ages. EFMP Case Liaisons may navigate access to specialty care, respite options, potential Federal and State benefits, and coordinate with on and off base community partners.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

This organization provides information, training, and support to individuals and families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

Information and resources are distributed to families through direct support from a family services navigator and culturally responsive staff. Families receive guidance, referrals, educational materials, advocacy support, and connections to community-based services that support children with disabilities and special needs. Serves King, Pierce, and Snohomish County with a focus on the African diaspora, Black, immigrant, and refugee communities.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

SEAS is a free local resource navigation service available to families in Whatcom County. SEAS provides resource navigation for all families that have a child with a disability or developmental concern under 21. Additionally, SEAS provides resource navigation for all families with a child under 5, and expecting families.

The Family Support Department offers hope, connection, community, information, and fun for families raising a child with cerebral palsy or other developmental disability. Supports and services include parent support groups, family events, information and resources, workshops, Respitality, and funding.

HSDC’s Parent-Infant Program (PIP) is a birth to three service providing free parental support and coaching for the families of Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of hearing toddlers. Families in King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties are eligible to receive services. Offers home visiting, ASL classes, playgroups, general parent support, and more..

Ayllu Hogar is a home visiting program for Spanish speaking families with children aged 0-5 with suspected developmental delay and/or disability diagnosis in North King County.

The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program supports children and youth ages 0–18 in Chelan and Douglas Counties who have disabilities, developmental delays, or other special health care needs. CYSHCN referrals are currently accepted through the Community Care Hub. Call for services or go to the webpage to access the online referral system.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Provides Birth to 3 services and a toddler group for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Provides local support groups & information around the state for fathers raising children with special health care needs & developmental disabilities.

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program serves children 0-18, who have or are at risk of developing, serious physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Program staff helps connect them and their families to the health and related services they need to thrive.

Serves children from birth to 18 years of age (up to 21 years of age for certain diagnoses) who have (or are at increased risk of) serious chronic physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional conditions. Offers public health care coordination and referral services to families of Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs in San Juan County regardless of income.

Provides a network of peer support, information & referral and educational workshops to families of children with special needs and/or disabilities.