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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.

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.

Clark County Parent Coalition

Innovative Services NW
9414 NE Fourth Plain Road, Vancouver
360.823.2247

Provides people with disabilities and their families with an array of services that links them with their natural support system, including helping them and their families better understand and access the system, respond to crisis, be involved in decision making and more.

Developmental Disabilities Administration

907 Harney St, Suite 200, Vancouver
360.418.6108
1.888.877.3490

Programs and services for people with disabilities.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Southwest Washington

5411 E Mill Plain, Suite 4, Vancouver
360.695.2823

Programs and support groups for people with mental illness(es) and/or behavioral issues and their families.

NW Down Syndrome Association

Resourcefulness Center
1611 NE Ainsworth Circle, Portland
​1.503.238.0522

Resources and support for new parents of a child with Down Syndrome, as well as education workshops around wellness, development and IEP support at their support groups available every Thursday from noon to 2 pm, September to June.

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
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.

SpiritHorse Therapeutic Center of SW Washington

360.887.3452

Provides free one-on-one lessons to low-income children with mental and physical disabilities through 12 weeks of one-hour horse-riding lessons. The program places a strong focus on building independence, and clients assist, to the best of their ability, in all areas of preparation and horse-care: leading, grooming, putting on and removing equipment before and after their ride. This develops a sense of self-sufficiency and accomplishment, and also builds sequencing and speech skills.

SW Washington Tween and Teen Social Club and Autism Empowerment Tween and Teen Book Club

LifePoint Church
305 NE 192nd Ave, Vancouver
1.941.322.8369

For youth, ages 11–19, who are on the autism spectrum and their siblings and peer mentors. Meets the third Saturday of most months from 6-9 pm. Book Club meets during Social Club from 6:30-7:30 pm. Costs $10 per family; please bring a snack to share.

Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation: Inclusion Services

360.487.7058
360.487.7057

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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