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Monday, December 21, 2020
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Tuesday, December 22, 2020
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Resources
The latest edition of Clallam County HHS Newsletter "Clallam Connection" is now available through our Partners page.
Visit our Volunteer page for current opportunities.
Documents that are useful to individuals working with people with developmental disabilities can be found here.
Recipes that we've tried in Clallam Mosaic classes are now available to download. Also, you will find both kid-friendly and special diet recipes that have been tested by various members of our community.
You can find these recipes by clicking here.
The Arc of King County was formed in 1936 when a group of parents raising children with intellectual and developmental disabilities came together to advocate for their children’s rights to live, learn, work and play in the community. From these grassroots origins, the first parents of The Arc fought for their children’s rights to access housing, education, employment, and community resources such as transportation.
Since 1936, The Arc of Washington State has been a leader in the development of services and programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages and providing support to their families.
Promoting and protecting the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supporting their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
Jason's Getaway
Nebo, North Carolina
Jason's Getaway is a nonprofit bed & breakfast that offers "an affordable year round getaway for families who have children or adults with special needs."
To learn more visit www.jasonsgetaway.com/about-jason-s-getaway
From Around the Web
From Child Mind Institute
A well-written article loaded with ideas from parents who have found creative and fun ways to solve everyday challenges.
Cerebral Palsy Group
A well-written online resource for anyone affected by cerebral palsy, birth injuries or brain injuries. Learn about cerebral palsy, cuses, symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis and more.
Autism and Dental Care
A guide for finding and working with a dentist.
Created by Dentably, Emergency Dentists USA, located in Nebraska.
https://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/autism-and-dental-care/
Financial Planning for a Child with Special Needs: A Guide
A well-written blog post full of resources to help families with the additional costs of raising a child with special needs.
https://hellobestow.com/blog/financial-planning-for-special-needs-child/
Tools for Child to Adult Health Care Transition
From www.sportfacts.org
Guide to attending ballgames for individuals with Special Needs & Seniors
From rutgers.edu
From University of Nevada
From University of Washington
From US News
A PDF from www.disastersrus.org
From www.calculators.org
From autism.sesamestreet.org
From www.stateofthestates.org
Resource for comparing states with 2015 data
From www.justgreatlawyers.com
From Blog: Friendship Circle.org
"10 Must-have documents for parents of children with special needs"
From the University of Colorado
Coleman Institute of Cognitive Disabilities
February 27, 2013
From Kirkland Reporter
February 10, 2014
"Sen. Hill's plan supporting developmental-disability services moves forward"
From Seattle Times Editorial
February 9, 2014
"End waiting list for people with developmental disabilities"