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Disabilities

4/27/2018

 
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Local resources

​Autism Empowerment
360.852.8369
Information, programs, resources, support and events for people on the autism spectrum and their families. Support groups available for teens and tweens, kids and adults.
Developmental Disabilities Administration
907 Harney St, Suite 200, Vancouver
360.418.6108
1.888.877.3490

Programs and services for people with disabilities.
Parents Empowered and Communities Enhanced
Innovative Services NW
9414 NE Fourth Plain Road, Vancouver
360.823.2247
Free advocacy for families who have children of all ages who experience disabilities or other developmental delays. Helps families and their children with schools, therapy, employment, housing and other resources, questions or issues.
The Arc of Southwest Washington
​6511 NE 18th St, Vancouver
360.254.1562
Programs and support groups for people with disabilities and their families. The Arc is able to be your payee for SSI benefits, help you connect with your community and more.
Tilikum and Southwest Washington Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
301 SE Hearthwood Blvd, Vancouver
Video phone: 360.334.5740
Offers information and referrals, case management, community programs and outreach services to serve and empower the Deaf, Deaf-Blind, Deaf Plus, Hard of Hearing and Hearing Loss community to meet their educational, technical, and social needs, while respecting their language and culture.
Washington Autism Alliance and Advocacy
Learn more about autism, find more resources for people on the autism spectrum, learn about Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans, and more information to advocate for yourself or a loved one on the autism spectrum.
 

Activities

Special Olympics Washington
​1.206.362.4949
The world's largest sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Sports include basketball, bowling, cycling, figure skating, flag football, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis and more. Newcomers are welcome.
Autism Serves Kids Care Club of Clark County
Locations vary. Call for location and times.
360.852.8369
A volunteer service club for youth ages 7-18 on the autism spectrum to volunteer with families and peers. Typically meets monthly, September to June, on the second Sunday from 2-4 pm with optional service projects on different dates in the community. Schedule subject to change.
Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation: Access to Recreation (ATR) Programs
360.487.7071
Offers programs specifically for those with mental or physical disabilities, including social nights and dances, fitness and water exercise classes, cooking and crafts and day trips around town. Things to know: (1) families may use their respite money to pay for classes, (2) prior notice is needed if a participant displays challenging behaviors/ has a behavior plan, (3) participants must register for activities within their age category, and (4) families must complete a Participant Information Form through ePACT.
 

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  • Home
  • Resources
    • Booklets
    • Resources
  • Things to Do
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  • About
    • What We Do For Youth >
      • Compassion Boxes
      • Other Outreach
    • What We Do For Adults >
      • I Work With Teens
      • Presentations
    • Our History
    • Our Volunteers
    • Our Mascot: Peppy Penerson
  • Contact
    • Ask Peppy
    • Contact Us
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