Parent & Family Support Calendar
Parent & Family Support
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New Autism Diagnosis Help Meeting
New Autism Diagnosis Help Meeting
This interactive meeting will help you navigate resources and services and guide you with what to do next.
In-person meetings the first Wednesday of each month at 12:30 pm, at The Arc of Tri-Cities, or by Zoom at 6pm.
Registration required, e-mail
(509) 783-1131, Ext. 108 (Spanish 109)
Parent Coalition Luncheon May 8
Join us for a chance to share your experiences, feedback, and recommendations directly with a DDA representative. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the services and supports for our loved ones. Your voice matters—come make it heard!
Madres Unidas May 13
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Mothers Together May 15
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
Transition and Graduation
This training covers the transition process and graduation planning for students with disabilities, ensuring they are prepared for life after high school
Madres Unidas May 20
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
DDA Qualifications
Feeny Law Office presents a training on DDA Qualifications over Zoom
Madres Unidas May 27
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Madres Unidas Jun 3
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Mothers Together Jun 5
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
Madres Unidas Jun 10
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Parent Coalition Luncheon June 12
Join us for a chance to share your experiences, feedback, and recommendations directly with a DDA representative. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the services and supports for our loved ones. Your voice matters—come make it heard!
Madres Unidas Jun 17
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Mothers Together Jun 19
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
Madres Unidas Jun 24
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Madres Unidas Jul 1
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Mothers Together Jul 3
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
Madres Unidas Jul 8
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Parent Coalition Luncheon July 10
Join us for a chance to share your experiences, feedback, and recommendations directly with a DDA representative. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the services and supports for our loved ones. Your voice matters—come make it heard!
Madres Unidas Jul 15
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Mothers Together Jul 17
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
Madres Unidas Jul 22
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Madres Unidas Jul 29
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Madres Unidas May 6
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Understanding Behavior & Executive Functioning Needs- For Educators
Educators! Come participate in an educator series training for Understanding Behavior & Executive Functioning Needs.
Drop In Office Hours with Parent to Parent
PARENT TO PARENT Drop-In Office Hours Help Time!
EVERY THURSDAY (except for holidays) from 12:00 PM-2:00 PM at The Arc of Tri-Cities.
JOIN MELISSA BROOKS, RN AND MARTHA JONES, PARENT TO PARENT COORDINATORS FOR ASSISTANCE WITH RESOURCES, INFORMATION AND SUPPORT.
NO Registration or RSVP REQUIRED, Just drop in!
QUESTIONS: P2P@ARCOFTRICITIES.COM
*PARENT TO PARENT HAS A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PASCO, KENNEWICK & RICHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO KEEP PARENTS INFORMED OF SERVICES, EVENTS, SUPPORT AND NAVIGATING THE SYSTEM OF SUPPORT FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.
TODOS LOS JUEVES, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
HORARIO DE OFICINA PADRE DE PADRE
¿NECESITA AYUDA O APOYO? NO NECESARIA HACER CITA.
SI TIENES PREGUNTAS
MARTHA JONES 509-531-5388 MARTHAJ@ARCOFTRICITIES.COM
PADRE A PADRE TIENE LA ASOCIOASION CON LOS DISTRITOS ESCOLARES DE KENNEWICK,PASCO, Y RICHLAND, PARA MANTENER A LOS PADRES INFORMADOS DE SERVICIOS, EVENTOS Y APOYO PARA NAVEGAR EL SISTEMA DE APOYO PARA PERSONAS CON DESABILIDADES DEL DESARROYO.
Mothers Together May 1
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
Madres Unidas Apr 29
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Madres Unidas Apr 22
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Why is inclusion important? What is LRE?
This training explores the importance of inclusion in education and explains the concept of Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) to ensure students with disabilities receive appropriate support.
Mothers Together Apr 17
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
Madres Unidas Apr 15
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Our Autism Journey Event & Ceremonial Walk
Join us for a FREE unique event as we mix fun activities with an educational component to bring awareness about Autism in our community and encourage inclusivity, support, and involvement of individuals and families with Autism. Activities and resources for all ages! Food available for purchase.
Parent Coalition Luncheon Apr 10
Join us for a chance to share your experiences, feedback, and recommendations directly with a DDA representative. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the services and supports for our loved ones. Your voice matters—come make it heard!
Madres Unidas Apr 8
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Understanding Behavior & Executive Functioning Needs
Join the Parent Training Series in learning about Understanding Behavior & Executive Functioning Needs!
Mothers Together Apr 3
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
Madres Unidas Apr 1
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Madres Unidas Mar 25
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
What can you do when you & the IEP team disagree? Procedural safeguards
This training explains the procedural safeguards in special education, offering guidance on steps parents can take when they disagree with the IEP team.
Mothers Together Mar 20
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
Madres Unidas Mar 18
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Parent Coalition Luncheon Mar 14
Join us for a chance to share your experiences, feedback, and recommendations directly with a DDA representative. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the services and supports for our loved ones. Your voice matters—come make it heard!
Madres Unidas Mar 11
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Mothers Together Mar 6
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.
New Autism Diagnosis Help Meeting
This interactive meeting will help you navigate resources and services and guide you with what to do next after an autism diagnosis.
In-person meetings the first Wednesday of each month at 12:30 pm, at The Arc of Tri-Cities, or by Zoom at 6pm.
Registration required, e-mail P2P@arcoftricities.com or cann/text (509) 528-8804
*Parent to Parent has a partnership with the Pasco, Kennewick & Richland School Districts to keep parents informed of services, events, support and navigating the system of support for developmental disabilities.
Madres Unidas Mar 4
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Drop In Office Hours Help with Parent to Parent
PARENT TO PARENT Drop-In Office Hours Help Time!
EVERY THURSDAY (except for holidays) from 12:00 PM-2:00 PM at The Arc of Tri-Cities.
JOIN MELISSA BROOKS, RN AND MARTHA JONES, PARENT TO PARENT COORDINATORS FOR ASSISTANCE WITH RESOURCES, INFORMATION AND SUPPORT.
NO Registration or RSVP REQUIRED, Just drop in!
QUESTIONS: P2P@ARCOFTRICITIES.COM
*PARENT TO PARENT HAS A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PASCO, KENNEWICK & RICHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO KEEP PARENTS INFORMED OF SERVICES, EVENTS, SUPPORT AND NAVIGATING THE SYSTEM OF SUPPORT FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.
TODOS LOS JUEVES, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
HORARIO DE OFICINA PADRE DE PADRE
¿NECESITA AYUDA O APOYO? NO NECESARIA HACER CITA.
SI TIENES PREGUNTAS
MARTHA JONES 509-531-5388 MARTHAJ@ARCOFTRICITIES.COM
PADRE A PADRE TIENE LA ASOCIOASION CON LOS DISTRITOS ESCOLARES DE KENNEWICK,PASCO, Y RICHLAND, PARA MANTENER A LOS PADRES INFORMADOS DE SERVICIOS, EVENTOS Y APOYO PARA NAVEGAR EL SISTEMA DE APOYO PARA PERSONAS CON DESABILIDADES DEL DESARROYO.
Madres Unidas Feb 25
Damos la bienvenida a todas las madres que tiened hijos con necesidades especiales para que se unan a tras mujeres que realmente entienden las luchas y celebraciones únicas de criar a un niño con necesidades especiales
Parents Rights and Responsibilities
This training outlines the essential rights and responsibilities of parents in the special education process, empowering them to advocate effectively for their student’s needs.
Drop In Office Hours Help with Parent to Parent
PARENT TO PARENT Drop-In Office Hours Help Time!
EVERY THURSDAY (except for holidays) from 12:00 PM-2:00 PM at The Arc of Tri-Cities.
JOIN MELISSA BROOKS, RN AND MARTHA JONES, PARENT TO PARENT COORDINATORS FOR ASSISTANCE WITH RESOURCES, INFORMATION AND SUPPORT.
NO Registration or RSVP REQUIRED, Just drop in!
QUESTIONS: P2P@ARCOFTRICITIES.COM
*PARENT TO PARENT HAS A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PASCO, KENNEWICK & RICHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO KEEP PARENTS INFORMED OF SERVICES, EVENTS, SUPPORT AND NAVIGATING THE SYSTEM OF SUPPORT FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.
TODOS LOS JUEVES, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
HORARIO DE OFICINA PADRE DE PADRE
¿NECESITA AYUDA O APOYO? NO NECESARIA HACER CITA.
SI TIENES PREGUNTAS
MARTHA JONES 509-531-5388 MARTHAJ@ARCOFTRICITIES.COM
PADRE A PADRE TIENE LA ASOCIOASION CON LOS DISTRITOS ESCOLARES DE KENNEWICK,PASCO, Y RICHLAND, PARA MANTENER A LOS PADRES INFORMADOS DE SERVICIOS, EVENTOS Y APOYO PARA NAVEGAR EL SISTEMA DE APOYO PARA PERSONAS CON DESABILIDADES DEL DESARROYO.
Mothers Together Feb 20
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Mothers Together welcomes all mothers who have children with special needs. Join us for lively conversation, good humor and emotional support in the company of other women who tuly understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a child with special needs.