Washington State is experiencing an overwhelming number of children and babies being hospitalized for respiratory diseases. The CDC has issued a Health Advisory for the state as the rise in Read More
Category: Health & Wellness
Information on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being.
Related Services in School and Beyond can Support a Child’s Development and Learning
A Brief Overview At school, related services help children with disabilities benefit from their special education by providing extra help and support. Options for related services are described in state Read More
Tips to Organize Your Child’s Medical and School Documents
A Brief Overview Full Article Care planning and a well-organized system to keep track of important documents can save time and create comfort during uncertain times. This article provides some Read More
Summer Daily Activity List – Taking care of YOU!
Daily Activity List PAVE has created a suggested list of activities to follow every day this summer. Give yourself grace if you cannot do everything on the list. Nobody is Read More
Mental Health Education and Support at School can be Critical
A Brief Overview Alarming statistics indicate the pandemic worsened many behavioral health outcomes for young people. Governor Jay Inslee on March 14, 2021, issued an emergency proclamation declaring children’s mental health to Read More
Adolescent Health Care Act Provides Options for Families Seeking Mental Health and Substance Use Help for Young People Resistant to Treatment
A Brief Overview
WISe Provides Team-Based Services for Washington Youth with Severe Behavioral Health Disorders
A Brief Overview Full Article Children and youth with intensive needs related to behavioral health may be eligible for services from a statewide program called WISe–Wraparound with Intensive Services. A Read More
Children’s Long-Term Inpatient Program (CLIP) Provides Residential Psychiatric Treatment
A Brief Overview CLIP serves children ages 5-17 by providing mental-health treatment and school in a secure, residential facility. Read on for more information about CLIP eligibility and how to Read More
Temporary Caregivers of Military Children: Guide to Essential Information
If you are a grandparent, other relative, or family friend taking care of children while their parent or parents are deployed or on other duty, this guide to essential information Read More
Social Emotional Learning, Part 1: The Importance of Compassionate Schools
A Brief Overview: The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) provides a training program for school staff focused on Social-Emotional Learning. The SEL Online Education Modules are designed for Read More
Help for Understanding Health Insurance
How to Prepare for a DDA Assessment
Here are tips for getting ready for an assessment with the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), which is managed by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). Be Read More
Genetic Testing: Parents Face Many Choices
A Brief Overview Full Article Genetic testing can provide information about changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins that might impact a person’s health, development, or ability to respond to certain Read More
Helper Dogs Provide Service, Therapy or Emotional Support
A Brief Overview Service dogs and therapy dogs have different jobs. Read on to learn more about the differences and how dogs can help people with diverse disabilities. A service Read More
Diabetes Care in Schools / School Action Plan
Kids spend half their day at school, which means it is incredibly important to have a well-thought-out diabetes management plan for the school day. Every child will have a unique Read More