Additional Support Groups

The following Support Groups need to be contacted for information on meeting times and dates.

 

Island County

Island County Sibshops
Parent to Parent of Island County
1900 S.E. Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor
For more information contact Claudia Bennett at (360) 679-5358
Learn more at http://p2pislandco.wordpress.com

 

King County

Bridge Disability Ministries
Bellevue
A non-profit, ecumenical, Christian-based organization building connections between people living with disabilities and faith communities with inclusive events, family spiritual retreats and pastoral services.  Please note that although services are shaped by Christian values, Bridge Ministries do not discriminate against anyone because of race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, creed or national origin. All events, programs and services are free of charge to the many people in the Puget Sound area who live with disabilities.

Learn more  http://bridgemin.org or call  (425) 885-1006.

 

Eastside Sibshops
Kindering Center, Bellevue
Every 2nd Friday of the month, 4 pm – 7 pm
Kindering Center in Bellevue provides SibShops for ages 6-9.  Facilitated by Rosanne Feder, MS, MFT, CCLS, and Chandra Mullenix, Special Educator. Call Rosanne at (425) 653-4306 or email: Rosanne.feder@kindering.org

Learn more at http://www.kindering.org/623.html

 

Kindering Center Autism Support Meetings
Kindering Center, Bellevue
First Thursday at 9 am
This support group is for parents of children up to age six on the autism spectrum (not just Asperger’s). Contact Rosanne Feder at Rosanne.feder@kindering.org

Learn more at http://kindering.org/623.html

 

orthshore Special Famillies (WOODMOOR) Sibshop
Northwest Special Families
18414 103rd Ave. NE, Bothell
Primary Contact: Andrea Congdon, 425-885-0939.

Learn more at www.northwestspecialfamilies.org/

 

 

Okanogan County

Okanogan County Sibshops
Okanogan Behavioral HealthCare and Medical Clinic
1007 Koala Street, Omak
Supporting and providing a forum for interaction with their peers.

For more information contact Gracie Luntsford (509) 826-8496

 

 

Snohomish County

Fathers Network
The Arc Office
2500 Hewitt Ave. Suite 300, Everett
Next Meeting TBA
For information contact Jeff Atkins at or (425) 258-2459 x105
RSVP atkii913@yahoo.com

 

Caregivers Support Group
The Arc Cffice
2500 Hewitt Ave. Suite 300, Everett

For information contact Sharon Fulton-Jordan at Sharon@arcsno.org or call at (425) 258-2459 x109
www.arcsno.org

 

Thurston County

Thurston County On-line Autism Support Group
1012 Homann Drive SE, Lacey
Any time
Free

Whatcom County

Whatcom County Sibshops
2001 H Street, Bellingham
Parent to Parent of Whatcom County offers 4-5 Sibshops throughout the calendar year for siblings ages.
For more information contact Christine Griffin at  (360) 255-2056
Learn more at http://www.p2pwhatcom.org

 

Additional Support Services

University of Washington Autism Center Toll Free Support
Ongoing Toll Free statewide resource and information line
1-877-408-8922            Weekdays 8 to 5            Free
The UW Autism Center is a nonprofit organization devoted to supporting families affected by autism spectrum disorders through exceptional clinical services, innovative scientific research and high-quality training

http://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/index.php

Autism Support Services – Dept. of Health Website
Ongoing, by appointment            Professional established rates
A list of facilities throughout the state that provide comprehensive evaluation, treatment and support for children
with developmental disabilities or delays, such as autism spectrum disorder.
Learn more at www.doh.wa.gov/cfh/mch/Autism/services.htm