The Arc of Snohomish County

05/20/2026

If you're supporting an adult with IDD, this workshop breaks it down clearly—what AFHs are, how they work, and what real life looks like inside them.
We’ll cover:
~How AFHs operate
~What you or your loved one’s day-to-day life may look like
~How funding works
~What to watch for (good and bad)
~How to decide if it’s the right fit
This will be a discussion-based session, not a lecture, so bring your specific questions.
Register Here: https://www.arcsno.org/civicrm/event/register/?reset=1&id=640

05/13/2026

As of July 1, 2025, the library building is open by appointment only and phones go to voicemail due to loss of funding. Services continue as usual. To request an appointment, call 206-615-0400 or 800-542-0866, or email [email protected].

05/13/2026

Understanding Ableism Webinar Series 💻

This month, it's all about accommodations!

Whether in the workplace, school or community spaces, accommodations play a key role in how access is created and where it falls short. We’ll explore how accommodations work, common challenges and how institutions can move beyond reactive approaches toward more inclusive design.

Tuesday, May 19
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. (Pacific Time)

Virtual via Zoom
RSVP here to receive the link: disabilityempowerment.org/events

Sign language interpretation and CART will be provided.

05/13/2026

CARE COORDINATION SURVEY


WA INCLUDE is excited to launch a new survey on Care Coordination!


Dr. Thanh P. Nguyen, PhD. from WA INCLUDE needs your input on care coordination for autistic youth with mental health needs. This needs assessment survey asks about your experience with care coordination---service that helps youth and families find, connect, and manage health, school, and community supports.



Eligibility: To participate, you must be 18+ years or older to participate and have received or provided care coordination services for autistic youth with mental health needs.



Typically this includes: families, caregivers, autistic individuals, and service professionals (coordinators, family navigators, case managers, etc.)

Compensation: Participants may enter a random drawing for a $30 e-gift card.

Privacy and Confidentiality: Your participation is anonymous and voluntary. The survey does not collect names or identifying information. Results will be reported in group form only, and employers or service agencies will not know if you participated.

The survey may be found here: https://redcap.link/cctp or by scanning the QR code on the flyer below!

Questions? Please contact: [email protected]

05/13/2026

Save $25! Earn $50!

Through June 30, existing Washington State ABLE Account holders can earn a $50 match just for using their account. Eligible individuals who make a minimum contribution of $25 to their WA ABLE account using the promo code SAVEUP2026 will receive a $50 match. This is only available to first the700 participants, so act fast!

See the promotion rules for more details:
https://bit.ly/saveup2026waable

05/11/2026

Sharing from Informing Families
The Spring 2026 Informing Families newsletter is now available!
This issue includes updates on the Reimagine DSHS changes and what they mean for services, information about the Developmental Disabilities Administration’s No Paid Services caseload survey, and a look at how OSPI’s Inclusionary Practices Technical Assistance Network supports inclusive education across Washington.
Families can also find seasonal resources, including information about SUN Bucks summer food benefits and summer camp directories for individuals with disabilities. These resources can help families plan for summer, explore recreation opportunities and stay connected to important updates and supports.

The Spring 2026 Informing Families newsletter includes updates on developmental disabilities services, inclusive education, the DDA No Paid Services caseload survey, SUN Bucks and summer camp resources for individuals with disabilities.

04/27/2026

Have you had a chance to explore the Summer Recreation Guide?
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LuN_Jfpgy5wvlLUCtfGz4DrHMMgcQ8W3/view?usp=drive_link

04/27/2026

Tonight!
School Accommodations that Work
Monday, April 27, 2026
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Virtual presentation by Dee Bosworth and Marie Kerr from PAVE
Hosted by The Arc of Snohomish County
Register here for Zoom link: https://www.arcsno.org/civicrm/event/register/?id=639&reset=1
Contact: [email protected] or 425-258-2459 x111

04/13/2026

FREE Caregiver Art Night

Join us for another FREE caregiver paint event! With Rooted-in-Art-WA Instructor Carrie Wine!! Sign up online to reserve your spot!

04/13/2026

Check out the latest issue of the Caregiving in Action newsletter from Washington State DSHS : https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/WADSHSALTSA/bulletins/411ee9c