The Great Washington ShakeOut

at 10:17 on 10/17

It is important for everyone to learn

these key earthquake safety tips.

Download this guide:

Earthquake Preparedness Guide

for People with Disabilities and Others with Access or Functional Needs

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.

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.

"Parenting Hacks for Special Needs Kids"

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.

https://cerebralpalsygroup.com/cerebral-palsy/

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/

Planning resources for individuals with I/DD

My Life Plan Guide

Star Form

Guides for families of individuals with I/DD

Family Community Connections

Adult Sibling Toolkit

Tools for Child to Adult Health Care Transition

Got Transition

From www.sportfacts.org

Guide to attending ballgames for individuals with Special Needs & Seniors

From rutgers.edu

College Resources for Students with Disabilities

From University of Nevada

ADD/ADHD Resources

 From University of Washington

University of Washington Autism Center

From US News

A How-to Guide on Job Searching with a Disability

A PDF from www.disastersrus.org

Disaster Preparedness for People with Disabilities

From US News

8 Steps for Learning Disabled Students Who Want to Go to College

From www.calculators.org

Personal Finance Guide for People with Disabilities

From autism.sesamestreet.org

Sesame Street Autism Resources for Parents

From www.stateofthestates.org

Resource for comparing states with 2015 data

State of the States Chart Creator

From www.justgreatlawyers.com

"Estate Planning for Parents of Children with Autism"

From Blog: Friendship Circle.org

"10 Must-have documents for parents of children with special needs"

From New York Times

July 2014

"When the Caregivers Need Healing"

From Science News

February 27, 2014

"Study uncovers why autism is more common in males"

From the University of Colorado

Coleman Institute of Cognitive Disabilities

February 27, 2013

"State of the States" webinar slides

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"