ASW Chapter Local Offices and Contacts
Autism Society of Washington
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Autism Society of Washington Chapters
Cowlitz/Wahkiakum Counties -Longview
Call Sue Culbertson
360-423-4012
Email: aswcwc@autismsocietyofwa.org
Grant County- Ephrata
Call Mike Scellick
509-754-4300
Email: mscellick@Qsi.net
King County-Seattle
Call Angela Dawson
206-372-0465
Email: angela_niccole@hotmail.com
Southwest WA - Vancouver
Call Victoria Fitzsimmons
Chapter information line: 360-980-4019
Email: aswswc@autismsocietyofwa.org
Spokane
Call Julie Parry
509-456-6204
Tacoma
Call Christina Boutiette
253-759-7995
Email: astpc@autismsocietyofwa.org
Thurston/Mason Counties -Olympia
Call Renee Luce
(Number currently unavailable)
Email: reneeluce@mac.com
Tri-Cities- Richland, Pasco, Kennewick
Call Dana Tolick
509-946-0619
Email: danatolick@hotmail.com
Resource Guide: www.acewa.org
White River-Buckley
Call Tami McGrath
253-826-9112
Email: aswwrc@autismsocietyofwa.org
Yakima
Call Wayne Leavitt
509-961-7928
Email: wleavitt@farmersagent.com
Autism Support Groups and Information Contacts
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AUTISM SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER MEETINGS:
COWLITZ/WAHKIAKUM CHAPTER
Our meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. every third Thursday of the month at the Child and Adolescent Clinic. Meetings are on the second floor.
Child and Adolescent Clinic, 971 - 11th Ave, Longview, WA 98632 Call Sue Culbertson at 360-423-4012 or email aswcwc@autismsocietyofwa.org
GRANT COUNTY CHAPTER
Meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at Tequilas Restaurant in Ephrata. Call Mike Scellick at 509-754-4300 for more information.
SOUTHWEST CHAPTER
We meet at 3:00 PM on the third Saturday of the odd-numbered months at ARC Family Center Bldg A Conference Room, 6511 NE 18th Street, Vancouver. Please visit our web page for resource links: www.autismsocietyofwa.org/aswswc.html Our contact info is Autism Society of Washington Southwest Chapter, PO Box 873573, Vancouver, WA 98687-3573. aswswc@autismsocietyofwa.org (360) 980-4019 , or you may call Vicki Fitzsimmons at 360-607-8965.
SPOKANE CHAPTER
Join us for our monthly meeting at St Luke’ s Extended Care Conference Room, 222 E. 5th - Spokane (Usually the 3rd Wednesday of the month) 6:30-8:30 pm Child care stipend ($25) available. Checks issued at end of meeting. Call Kathleen Stimpfle at 509-624-3323 for more information.
TACOMA CHAPTER
Meets the 4th Thursday of each month, September – May. Meetings begin at 6:30 with a different presenter each month covering a variety of topics. After the speaker is a time for families and self-advocates to network with the speaker and each other. Call Christina Boutiette at (253) 759-7995 for details. Join our Yahoo group at http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Autism_Society_of_Tacoma/
THURSTON and MASON COUNTY CHAPTER
Meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Open Door Autism Clinic, 1101 Eastside Street SE, Olympia Washington Call Renee Luce at 360-413-7261 for more information.
TRI-CITIES CHAPTER
Meets the third Tuesday at 6:00 p.m., The Arc of Tri-Cities, 760 Williams Blvd., Richland, WA. Childcare is provided on a first come, first served basis.
Please email Dana Tolick for a registration form at danatolick@hotmail.com
WHITE RIVER CHAPTER
If you would like to participate in this enthusiastic group please call Tami McGrath at 253-224-7396.
YAKIMA CHAPTER
ASY-PACS meets once a month. Currently meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at Children's Village from 5:30 - 6:30pm. Children's Village is located at 3801 Kern Road in Yakima. We do have a yahoo group for reminding people about meetings or to let them know if there is a change in the schedule. http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/ASY-PACS/ For more information call Wyane Leavitt at 509-961-7928 for more information.
AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS:
AUTISM LIVING LIFE AND YOU – AUTISM SUPPORT IN SEATTLE
Support group for parents and caregivers of children who are significantly impacted by autism. This group meets the last Thursday of each month, 6:30-8pm, Children’s Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, Free childcare available. Contact Katrina or Anna at (206) 332-1646, astar_center@msn.com. Registration is required. Sponsored by Children’s Hospital, The Arc of King County, The King County Chapter of ASW (ASK), and ASTAR.
AUTISM RECOVERY RESOURCES OF WASHINGTON (ARROW)
An organization and support group for parents in Washington State who are interested in biomedical treatments for their children with autism. Join the listserv at AutismRecoveryWA@yahoogroups.com, visit the website www.autismrecoverywa.org or contact Tami at AutismHelp4WA@comcast.net for meeting information.
AUTISM SUPPORT LUNCHES
This group meets on the First Tuesday of the month from 11am-Noon at restaurants around Snohomish County. Enjoy lunch while chatting with other parents of children with autism. Contact Jamie Coonts (425) 258-2459 ext 104 or Jamie@arcsno.org
No child care; lunch is at your own expense.
BROWNS POINT MOMS SUPPORT GROUP
This group meets on the 3rd Friday of the month at 6:30pm at Johnny’s at Fife Restaurant in FIFE. Not just autism and Asperger’s, includes all disabilities. Contact Susan Jackson at suzukisue@juno.com for information.
KINDERING CENTER AUTISM SUPPORT MEETINGS
This support group is for parents of children up to age six on the autism spectrum (not just Asperger’s). Meetings are the first Thursday at 9am. Contact Rosanne Feder at Rosanne.feder@kindering.org or visit http://kindering.org/623.html Kindering Center, 16120 NE 8th Street, BELLEVUE.
MOCHA – Mothers of Children with Autism Support Group
Peer support, comfort and energy for parents of children with ASD diagnosis or related issues. Email tallcedars@comcast.net to be added to the mailing list. No childcare. Call the meeting organizer for specific information about bringing a child or children. RSVPs not required, but appreciated.
EAST: 2nd Thursday, 7:30-9:30PM. Contact Janelle at tallcedars@comcast.net or (206) 371-5128 or Sarah at buggy2005@comcast.net or (425) 260-1190.
SOUTH: 2nd Sunday, 3-5pm at Marlene’s in Federal Way. Contact Rita rchildbalance@yahoo.com or Lorina lorina@wildflowersvintage.com or (253) 686-2335.
SNOHOMISH AUTISM SPECTRUM SUPPORT INFORMATION AND EDUCATION (SASSIE)
Parent To Parent of the Arc of Snohomish County Autism Support Group meets the third Monday of the month from 7-8:30pm at The Arc of Snohomish County, 2500 Hewitt Ave, Suite 300, Everett. For more information, contact Jamie@arcsno.org or Ronnie@arcsno.org (425) 258-2459 ext 104 or 105
SOUTH KING AUTISM EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT GROUP (Formerly Des Moines Autism Support Group)
This group meets the third Thursday of the month from 7-9pm at Children’s Therapy Center, 10811 SE Kent Kangley Road, KENT. FREE, no RSVP needed, no childcare. Email Elaine Ford at Elaine@skipkids.org or Jennifer O’Neal at JenniferO@dynamicfamilies.org to be added to email list to get meeting reminders and for more information.
TACA SOUTH PUGET SOUND SUPPORT GROUP
Western Washington TACA meetings, for local information email (King County) Ricci King at ricci_king@talkaboutcuringautism.com or (South Puget Sound) Dean and Denise Fulton at denise_fulton@talkaboutcuringautism.com. Also visit http://www.tacanow.com/index.htm
ASPERGERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS:
ASPERGERS ADULT SOCIALIZING GROUP
FREE monthly group for adults on the high-end of the autism spectrum: socialize, get acquainted, have fun together. Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at Grace Lutheran Church, 112th and Greenwood in North Seattle, 7-9PM, SEATTLE. Contact Karen Roe at (206)782-2232 or MasterCoachKaren@KarenRoe.com for dates and location.
BROWNS POINT MOMS SUPPORT GROUP
This group meets on the 3rd Friday of the month at 6:30pm at Johnny’s at Fife Restaurant in FIFE. Not just autism and Asperger’s, includes all disabilities. Contact Susan Jackson at suzukisue@juno.com for information.
EDUCATION AND SUPPORT GROUP FOR ASPERGER’S SYNDROME - SEATTLE
This group meets the second Wednesday of the month, 6:30-8:30pm, Greenwood Senior Activity Center, 525 North 85th Street, SEATTLE. Call Karen Roe at (206) 782-2232 or email MasterCoachKaren@KarenRoe.com for more information.
2008 Meetings - Check the WA Events page to see upcoming speakers
SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY ASPI TEEN SOCIAL GROUP
This group meets twice monthly in conjunction with the Asperger’s Parent Support Group that meets upstairs. Meetings are held first and third Monday evenings from 7-8:30pm, at Grace Fellowship Church, 6328 180th St SW, Lynnwood. Free. Field trips schedule monthly. Additional mentoring opportunities available. Sponsored by Family Support Center. Call Pam Graham at (425) 670-8984 Ext 4# or email pgraham@lcsnw.org or visit www.familysupportcenter.net
SOUTH SNOHOMISH COUNTY CHILDREN WITH ASPERGERS PARENT GROUP
Group meets twice monthly on the first and third Monday evenings from 7-8:30pm, at Grace Fellowship Church, 6328 180th St SW, Lynwood. Free. Guest speakers featured at the third Monday meetings. Sponsored by Family Support Center. Call Pam Graham at (425) 670-8984 x22 or email pgraham@lcsnw.org or visit www.familysupportcenter.net
SPOUSES AND LIFE PARTNERS OF PEOPLE WITH ASPERGER’S SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP
Support group for the neuro-typical spouses and life partners of people with Asperger’s Syndrome. This is a community group, not directed by a health professional. Meeting at the Bellevue King County Regional Library, 7-9pm. Contact Faye Ku at (425) 392-3523 or littlefaith@comcast.net for more information and dates (usually the 4th Wednesday or the last Wednesday of the month.) Meeting information and other resources at http://aspartners.org
OTHER RELATED SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS:
ADULT CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP SNOHOMISH COUNTY
Open to anyone in a caregiver role. Meets the third Wednesday of the month at the Arc offices, 2500 Hewitt Ave, Suite 300, Everett.
Visit www.arcsno.org or email Ronnie@arcsno.org . For lunchtime meetings bring your own lunch or snack, Refreshments will be provided for all meetings.
BRIDGES – MAPLE VALLEY
This is a group for families of children receiving special education in the Tahoma School district and surrounding areas. This group meets the 1st Tuesday of every month (including summer) at the Maple Valley Community Center, 22010 SE 248th Street, Maple Valley, 6:30-8pm.Contact Sara Lundin at (425) 432-1366 or by email at ssjlundin@earthlink.net for details.
BRIDGES – NORTH THURSTON
New group for parents of children in the North Thurston School District. Email Bridges11@comcast.net or call Maura Garratt at (360) 923-5666
EASTSIDE PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH BIPOLAR DISORDER
Support group meets at the Family Resource Center Campus, Building A, Nisqually Room, 16225 NE 87th Street, Redmond. Contact Julie B (425) 898-8900 or Julie.boulter@comcast.net for details.
EPILEPSY SUPPORT GROUPS
Groups for adults and caregivers. Visit www.epilepsynw.org or contact Mineko Sterling at (206) 547-4551 ext 105 or (800) 752-3509 ext 105.
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILIES NETWORK - OLYMPIA
Offering networking opportunities, referrals, monthly meetings, IEP assistance and an array of online resources and information. Visit www.ExceptionalFamilies.Net Call (360) 507-0944 or info@wyattshouse.org for more detail.
FAMILY ALLIANCE FOR MENTAL HEALTH PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
Parents and caregivers in Thurston County. Are your kids struggling with these challenges: Lack of peer connections, Irregular school attendance, Isolation from friends and family, Disconnected from the community. Contact Donna Obermeyer. Click HERE for flyer, meeting details and contact information.
KING COUNTY PARENT COALITION
The King County Parent Coalition is composed of representatives from parent groups, formal or informal, and school districts in King County. They appreciate members who represent all ages, disabilities, and ethnic backgrounds. They come together to take action for those with developmental disabilities. Contact Cathy Murahashi at (425) 643-4048, cmurahashi@arcofkingcounty.org for current meeting schedule and agenda.
MOTHERS CIRCLE SUPPORT GROUP
Mothers Circle is a support group for moms of special needs children (0-6 yrs) that meets at Kindering Center in BELLEVUE, 16120 NE 8th St, every other Wednesday evening, 6:30-8:30pm. Onsite childcare is available for $5-10 donation. Facilitated by Rosanne Feder, MS, MFT, CCLS (425) 653-4306 or rosanne.feder@kindering.org. For childcare, RSVP to Shannon Mead at Shannon.mead@kindering.org or (425) 747-4004 x5434.
SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDER PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
SPD Parent Connections typically meets the first Saturday of each month at various Eastside libraries. Email Carrie at SPDWashington@hotmail.com for additional information to confirm meeting dates and locations.
SNOHOMISH COUNTY MOTHERS NETWORK
This group meets the first Saturday of the month, 10am-12pm, at the Lynnwood Family Support Center, 6330 195th St SW, Lynnwood. Mothers only. Childcare provided w/advance notice. Contact Jamie at Jamie@arcsno.org or (425) 259-2459 ext 104.
OTHER GROUPS PROVIDING AUTISM/ASPERGERS AND RELATED INFORMATION:
ARC OF WASHINGTON STATE
The Arc of Washington State advocates for the rights and full participation of all people with developmental disabilities. Along with our network of members and chapters, we support and empower individuals and families; connect and inform individuals and families; improve support and service systems; influence public policy; increase public awareness; and inspire inclusive communities. Our Vision is a world where people with developmental disabilities are included in their communities and neighborhoods and where quality supports and services respond to their needs and personal choices. There are chapters of the Arc of Washington throughout our state, many that host autism support groups. To find a local chapter go to http://arcwa.org/local_arcs.htm. To provide input on legislative issues and/or to get involved email Diana@arcwa.org.
NAMI EASTSIDE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
Wide variety of support groups, conferences, classes, and more for families and individuals living with mental health challenges. 16315 NE 87th Street, Suite B-11, Redmond, (425) 885-6264 or email consumers@nami-eastside.org .
SPOKANE AUTISM SUPPORT
Check out SpokaneAutism, a Yahoo Group for Eastern Washington. Contact Susan Wells at sunshin677@aol.com or call (509) 326-0559 for details or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SpokaneAutism
WASHINGTON STATE PARENT TO PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS
Looking for support near you? This is a network across the state that provides support,
information and education for families of children with special needs. Call (800) 821-5927 for support and resources near you. http://www.k12.wa.us/SpecialEd/stateneeds/parent2parent.aspx
SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS:
EDMONDS SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT GROUP
This group has the intention of improving education for children with special needs. Contact Julie Hauf-Primm at chasjule@hotmail.com for details.
EVERETT SPECIAL ED PTSA
Everett School District Special Education PTSA. Contact Julie Gelo at (206) 940-3843 or JulieGelo@aol.com.
LAKE WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT PTSA SPECIAL NEEDS GROUP
Connect with other parents of kids with special needs in the Lake Washington School District. Meetings are 7-8:30pm at the LWSD Resource Center, 16250 NE 74th St, Redmond (Redmond Town Center). Call (425) 702-3200 for more information.
MARYSVILLE SPECIAL EDUCATION PTSA
Marysville has a very active special education PTSA. Contact Barbara O’Kelly at Barbara_okelly@msn.com
SEATTLE SPECIAL ED PTSA
The Seattle Special Ed PTSA is here to serve and advocate on your behalf. Please let them know which issues are of most concern to you. Contact Co-President Nancy Speer at nancyspeer@comcast.net Meetings held Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm, except where noted. Check website for locations, www.seattlespecialedptsa.org
ADD/ADHD SUPPORT GROUPS:
EASTSIDE ADHD PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
The group meets on the second Monday of the month, 7-9 pm at the conference room in the Mercer Island Fire Station, 3030-78th Avenue SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040. Contact Jayne Carlin, (206) 230-9071 or jscarlin@juno.com . Free and open to the public.
Visit http://www.addresources.org/adhd_meetings_parents_eastside.php
JULY 14 – ADHD and Brain-Based Treatment for Cognitive Behavioral and Socialization Oriented Growth and Development with Pamela K Smith, MA, LMFT
NW CHADD EASTSIDE SUPPORT GROUP FOR ADD/ADHD
This group meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 7-9pm at the Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland, 12040 NE 128th, Room TAN 101 (downstairs). Doors open at 6:30pm. Contact (206) 622-2127 for details.
NW CHADD: SEATTLE SUPPORT GROUP FOR ADD/ADHD
This group meets the first Wednesday of each month, September through July, 7-830pm, Seattle Mental Health lunch room, 1600 E Olive, SEATTLE, for more information check out the Northwest CHADD website at www.nwchadd.org
OLYMPIA ADULT ADHD SUPPORT GROUP
Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 7-9pm at St Peter Hospital Professional Building, 525 Lilly Road, Olympia. Contact Jayne Carlin at jscarlin@juno.com or (206) 230-9071 for more details or visit http://www.addresources.org/adhd_meetings_adults_olympia.php
TACOMA ADULT ADHD SUPPORT GROUP
Meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7-9pm, at Jackson Hall, 314 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma. Contact Jayne Carlin at jscarlin@juno.com or (206) 230-9071 for details or visit http://www.addresources.org/adhd_meetings_adults_tacoma.php
SEATTLE ADULT ADHD SUPPORT GROUP
Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, 7-9pm, at Plaza Café on the first floor in the University of Washington Health Sciences Center in Seattle. Contact Jayne Carlin at jscarlin@juno.com or (206) 230-9071 for more details or visit http://www.addresources.org/adhd_meetings_adults_seattle.php
SIBSHOPS:
EASTSIDE SIBSHOPS
Kindering Center in Bellevue provides SibShops for ages 6-9, 3rd Saturday of the month, 9am-Noon. Kindering Center, 16120 NE 8th Street, Bellevue. Call Rosanne at (425) 653-4306, email Rosanne.feder@kindering.org or visit www.kindering.org for details. Facilitated by Rosanne Feder, MS, MFT, CCLS, and Chandra Mullenix, Special Educator.
SEATTLE SIBSHOPS
SibShops are for siblings of people with special needs. Offered by Seattle Children’s Hospital. To register, contact (206) 987-3285 or visit www.seattlechildrens.org/child_health_safety/classes_events/sibshops.asp
SNOHOMISH COUNTY SIBSHOPS
Contact Clare Schaeffer at clare_sibshops@yahoo.com to be contacted about this year’s SibShop schedule or contact The Arc of Snohomish County at (425) 258-2459 ext 110 or Jenn@arcsno.org
FATHER'S SUPPORT GROUPS:
FATHER'S NETWORK
Are you the father of a child with a disability? The Fathers Network was started just for you. Finally get the support you’ve been looking for. Visit www.fathersnetwork.org , call Greg Schell at (425) 747-4004 ext 4286, or email greg.schell@kindering.org .
FATHER’S NETWORK – SNOHOMISH COUNTY
Greg Schell from Bellevue Fathers Network will be facilitating and heping to mentor this group. Located at the Arc office, 2500 Hewitt Ave, Suite 300, Everett. For information, visit www.fathersnetwork.org , www.arcsno.org or email Ronnie at Ronnie@arcsno.org
WASHINGTON STATE DAD’S NETWORK
Group supports fathers and families raising children with severe emotional, behavioral, developmental, and other disabilities. For more info email INFO@WADADS.ORG Chapters in North Sound, South Sound, Vancouver and Eastern Washington. Visit www.wadads.org/default.aspx
