When young people turn 18, a lot happens. For instance, in Washington State, 18 is the age when a person legally becomes an adult and must handle tasks and make Read More
Category: Health & Wellness
Information on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being.
Insurance in Healthcare Transition
Healthcare transition, like all other aspects of transitioning to adult community living, employment, and services, can be difficult. However, if teenagers and families plan ahead for the healthcare changes that Read More
Autism Spectrum Disorder: Information and Resources for Families
Autism spectrum disorder can affect how a person talks, learns, and relates to others, and every individual is different. Families can learn about early signs, get help with evaluations, and Read More
Asking for Help is a Selfless Act for Family Caregivers
Many family caregivers find it difficult to ask for help, but it’s not good for either the caregiver or the person they care for. Getting assistance from outside sources is helpful for everyone-use these ideas to begin!
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Do You Have an Emergency Respite Plan?
Who will care for your family member if you are temporarily incapacitated? Don’t wait for an emergency situation to occur to think about who will take care of your loved ones. Read More
Kinship Families: Early Intervention, Special Education, and 504 Plans
Kinship families are created when a relative or close family friend raises a child or children when parents can’t. The relative or friend is often referred to as a “kinship caregiver”. This article will Read More
Graduating from NICU: The Joy and Anxiety Finding Your Way to Baby’s Norm
Coming home from the hospital with your baby can be both a joyous and potentially uncertain event, especially for families whose child is graduating from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Read More
Camps for Individuals with Disabilities
It’s that time of year! Registration for summer camps usually open January through March. Camp dates tend to fill up fast, so we offer a list of many camps across Read More
Understanding the impact of Whooping Cough, the Flu, and COVID in Washington
Since the COVID shutdown ended, flu season has become increasingly hard on young children. Influenza A and B, as well as RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus), all affect the lungs, and Read More
Medicaid or Medicare-Which Covers Long-Term Care?
This quick tip sheet explains which of these programs covers long-term care either in your home, or in a nursing home or other care facility. Medicare: No long-term care coverage Read More
Kinship Caregiving
Relatives raising the child(ren) of a family member (Kinship Families) Kinship families are families in which children live with and are being raised by grandparents, other extended family members, or Read More
For Care Partners/Caregivers of Individuals Living with Parkinson’s Disease
At Lifespan Respite WA, we focus on caregivers. Our team gathered resources specifically for caregivers from the organizations listed below, to support you in your life with your care partner.
Lifespan Respite WA for Professionals: Social Services and Medical
What Lifespan Respite WA does: We offer interpretation if arranged in advance for almost any language. Email us in a preferred language to set this up. Contact us: Email: getrespite@wapave.org; Read More
Expanding Your Child’s Horizons Through Adaptive Play
We have come to learn what an important job play has in the development of a child’s brain and social skill set. Play sets the foundation for learning in infants and toddlers. It fosters social interaction and Read More
Sample Letter to Request a Functional Behavioral Assessment
Families can formally request a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) when a student’s behavior interferes with learning. This process helps schools identify the root causes of behavioral challenges and develop a Read More