Skagit County Public Health Developmental Disabilities Program Resource Guide To request additional copies, please contact: Skagit County Public Health Developmental Disabilities Program 700 South 2nd Street, #301 Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 416-1500 www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/PHCS For additions or corrections, please send comments to: [email protected] Inclusion in this directory does not constitute endorsement, nor is any omission an intention. Updated January 2017 2 Welcome! Navigating through heaps of resources can feel overwhelming at times. We hope this guide can help you find what you’re looking for. This guide has information about public, private and non-profit agencies for individuals with developmental disabilities. Because we could not fit every resource into one guide, we would like to refer you to another community resource for basic needs such as food and shelter, as well as drug and alcohol treatment, counseling, and volunteerism. Community Action of Skagit County is a community-based organization that provides services and advocates for the needs of those experiencing poverty. Community Action has 39 anti-poverty programs, including the Critical Needs program, Energy Assistance Program, Women, Infants & Children Program (WIC), and the Veteran’s Assistance Program. Please contact Community Action of Skagit County for more information about these programs or other resources not found in this guide. Community Action of Skagit County 330 Pacific Place, Mount Vernon (360) 416-7585 or visit www.communityactionskagit.org Community Information Line: Telephone information regarding resources and services including rental assistance, counseling, support groups, food, clothing, donations, volunteering, transportation, emergency shelter and more. Call 2-1-1. 3 Skagit County Public Health Developmental Disabilities Program Service for Individuals Support to Families Building Community The Developmental Disabilities program provides a range of Skagit County Developmental Disabilities contracts for the services and supports to enhance following services: the lives of Skagit County Citizens with developmental disabilities Early intervention/Birth-3 and their families. Employment Community Access/Retirement We work with individuals, Information and training families, schools, agencies and Family support services & referral the business community, as well Technical Assistance as state and federal government to support the full participation of our citizens in all aspects of community life. How do I apply for Early Intervention Services? Call SPARC at (360) 416-7570 We coordinate, fund and manage Or visit them at 320 Pacific Place, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 local services through sub- contracts and partnerships with How do I access adult services? other agencies specializing in Apply for services through the DDA office. Call (360) 429-3103 early childhood development, community activities, Or visit them at 900 E. College Way, Suite 110, Mount Vernon, employment, retirement, and WA 98273 advocacy. What is my first step in seeking Employment? Skagit County Public Health Contact the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) at (360) 429-3097 or visit them at 900 E. College Way, Suite 120, Brian Carlson DD Program Coordinator Mount Vernon 98273 700 S. 2nd ST, #301 Mount Vernon, WA 98273 What services am I eligible for? SPARC will determine eligibility for early intervention services and Phone: 360-416-1509 DDA will determine eligibility for children 3 years old through Fax: 360-419-3304 adult. 4 E-mail: bcarlson @co.skagit.wa.us Table of Contents Accessibility Resources ……………………………………….……………………….……………………6 Advocacy ……………………………..………………………….………………………………………...…..6 Local ………………………………………………..….……………………………………………6 Regional ………………………………………………………………………………………….…8 National ……………………………………………….…………………………………………….11 Assistive technology ……………………………………………..………………………………………….11 Education ……………………………………………………………..…………….…………………………..15 Preschool …………………………………………………..…………….………………….……..16 High School …………………………………………………………….……………………….…16 Post-Secondary …………………………………………….…………….………………..…….17 Support/Information ……………………………………….…………….………………….…18 Family & Parent Resources ……………………………………………..……………..………………….19 Early Intervention/Birth to Three……………………………………………………………19 Information & Support ………………………………………….……………..……..…….…20 Therapies …………………………………………………………….…………..………..………24 Disability Specific Resources ………………………………………………..………………25 Financial ………………………………………………………………………………………….….…………30 Financial Planning ………………………………………………………………….………….30 Financial Assistance …………………………………………………………………………..31 Employment Assistance ………………………………………………………..…………...32 Representative Payee ……………………………………………….……………………….35 Health/Medical Services ……………………………………………………………………………….…36 Basic Health ……………………………………………………………………………………..36 Dental …………………………………………………………………………………………….37 Health Insurance ………………………………………………………………………..…….38 Medical Support ………………………………………………………………………..……..39 Mental Health ………………………………………………………………………………….41 Housing & Living Information …………………………………………………………………….……43 Resources to Obtain Affordable Housing ………………………..………………..…..44 In-home Support ………………………………………………………………………………44 Supported Living ………………………………………………………………………………46 Additional Housing Resources …………………………………………………………….46 Emergency Housing ………………………………………………………………………..…47 Legal Services ………………………………………………………………………………………………..49 Recreational Opportunities ………………………………………………………………………………51 Local ……………………………………………………………………………………..….……..51 Regional …………………………………………………………………………………………..52 Senior Resources …………………………………………………………………………………….……..55 Transportation ………………………………………………………………………………………………58 5 Accessibility Resources Northwest ADA Center-University of Washington: Previously called Disability and Business Technical Assistance Center (DBTAC). Provides free, confidential phone consultation as well as onsite and webinar training regarding Americans with Disabilities (ADA) compliance. 1-800-949-4232 www.dbtacnorthwest.org/ Washington State Human Rights Commission: Toll Free: 1-800-233-3247 (SE HABLA ESPAÑOL) or TTY: 1-800-300-7525 www.hum.wa.gov WA policy on service animals: hum.wa.gov/FAQ/FAQServiceAnimal.html WA State Disability Resources: Disability Resources, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that promotes and improves awareness, availability and accessibility of information that can help people with disabilities live, learn, love, work and play independently. www.disabilityresources.org/WASHINGTON.html U.S. Department of Justice: Provides information and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 800-514-0301 (Voice) or 800-514-0383 (TTY) www.ada.gov Advocacy: Local Center for Independence North Sound: The Center for Independence is a 501(c) (3) organization serving as a resource for individuals with disabilities to fully access and 6 participates in the community through outreach, advocacy, and independent living skills development. (360) 393-3890 or (888) 482-4839 www.cfinorth.org Hearing, Speech, and Deafness Center (HSDC) North Sound: Deaf and hard of hearing services include a Client Advocate who can empower you to accomplish your goals and determine your accommodation needs. Bellingham Office: 114 West Magnolia Street, Suite 106 (360) 647-0910 or TTY (360) 647-8508 www.hsdc.org Parent Coalition: Provides resources, public education, advocacy, and awareness of issues affecting individuals with disabilities and their families. The Skagit Parent Coalition offer parent support groups, information, and visits to Olympia during Advocacy Days. Washington Vocational Services 503 E. Fairhaven Avenue Burlington, WA 98233 Direct line: 360-519-0910 Ext 225 Email: [email protected] Facebook: facebook.com/pcwvs www.wvs.org/parent-coalition.html Skagit County Children's Advocacy Center - Brigid Collins Family Support Center: Working to break the cycle of child abuse by promoting family support as a means of prevention. 1500 East Broadway Mt. Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 428-6622 www.brigidcollins.org or [email protected] 7 Skagit County Parent to Parent: Provides support and information to families with children who have special needs through the Parent to Parent model, available in both English and Spanish. 320 Pacific Place Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 416-7570, ext. 401 www.p2pskagit.org [email protected] Regional ARC of Washington State: Provides advocacy and support to people with disabilities and their families regarding birth-three services, special education, employment, residential support, health care, transportation, respite and inclusion. Visit the ARC’s website to sign up for their action alert list, e-mail updates on critical legislative issues impacting individuals with disabilities. (360) 357-5596 or 1-888-754-8798 www.arcwa.org Client Assistance Program (CAP): The CAP is an advocacy program with the following services: o Information about the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), the Department of Services for the Blind (DSB), Projects with Industry (PWI), and Independent Living Programs (ILP’s). o CAP staff will explain your rights and responsibilities as an applicant or client of these rehabilitation agencies. o CAP staff will work to solve problems through mediation and negotiation. o Information about The Americans with Disability Act (ADA). o Individualized advocacy services including assistance with administrative proceedings. 1-800-544-2121 (VOICE) or 1-888-721-6072 (TTY) 2531 Rainier Avenue South Seattle, WA 98144 8 www.washingtoncap.org