Arc of Washington – A statewide website with county support, resources and information focused on intellectual and developmental disability. Look here to find your local Parent to Parent (P2P) support! Department of Children Youth and Families – Where to apply for early intervention services for children in Washington State, ages Birth-3, when there is a suspected delay. DCYF Read More
Category: Links
Here is a list of external websites. You can filter these links by, for example, learning in school.
Medicaid Waiver Benefits for Military Families
When considering medical benefits for family members with special needs, military families often overlook Medicaid, a health benefits program established by federal law. Medicaid covers basic and long-term health care services for eligible children, pregnant women, parents with dependent children, adults aged 65 or older, and individuals with disabilities. Eligible dependents of military families can Read More
Links for Youth
Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL) is a nationwide program that works towards elevating achievement in education and workforce development through innovative leadership development with the goal of better preparing young people with disabilities for careers, college, and citizenship. Rooted in Rights utilizes pure and accessible stories from within Washington State to truly channel narratives surrounding Read More
Links for Military Families
Autism Care Demonstration – The TRICARE Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration (Autism Care Demo) covers applied behavior analysis (ABA) services for all eligible TRICARE beneficiaries diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Occupational therapy, Physical therapy, Psychological services and many other services are covered by TRICARE for beneficiaries with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) – The Read More
Links for Health & Wellness
National Family Voices – Access and contact information for state Family-to-Family (F2F) Health Information Centers. Direct support for children or youth with special health care needs, such as premature birth; autism; mental, behavioral, or emotional health issues; a genetic diagnosis; or a physical or developmental disability. The National Center for Medical Home Implementation (National Center) is Read More
Links for 504
The Difference Between IEPs and 504 Plans: An agency called Understood.org provides a chart describing the differences between a Section 504 Plan and an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Sample 504 Plan for a Student with ADHD: Understood.org provides a variety of templates that can help families participate with school staff in designing educational support plans. Read More
Links for IEP
OSPI – Special Education – Transition Services Requirements: The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) provides 6 essential steps for families working with schools to design a plan for life-after-high-school that starts with IEP transition services. OSPI Parent and Student Rights (Procedural Safeguards): The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) provides the state’s Read More
Links for Learning in School
IDEA Basics: Individuals With Disabilities Education Act – This 3-minute YouTube video provides foundational information about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the federal law that governs special education. Office of Superintendent for Public Instruction (OSPI) – Special education law and process, guidance for families, dispute resolution procedures in Washington State and a resource Read More