Resource Guide

PC2 is pleased to present the 11th edition of the

Pierce County Resource Guide to Services and Supports for Individuals

Who Experience Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities

(section links below).

Please call our office at 253.564.0707 to make arrangements to pick up your copy!

Dear Reader:

This Pierce County Resource Guide is dedicated to the hard work and commitment of those who have endeavored timelessly over the years to “keep the promise.”

We want to acknowledge the generous support of Pierce County Human Services, Developmental Disabilities Program, in providing the funds to update and print this important comprehensive guide to services and supports for individuals who experience intellectual/ developmental disabilities. This important tool will assist you in navigating the public and private programs and services available throughout Pierce County and beyond.

The Pierce County Coalition for Developmental Disabilities (PC2) welcomes the opportunity to assist individuals and families in finding the services and programs that best meet your needs. We are here to answer your calls if you need further assistance. Whether you are an individual who experiences an intellectual/developmental disability, have a family member who experiences an intellectual/developmental disability, work within the disability field, or are in the general community, we welcome your questions and concerns.

We acknowledge that, when compiling this complex list of resources, there are changes that can occur during the production process. Please know that every effort was made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of agency information.

Sincerely,

PC2 Staff

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		Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation		(301) 459-3700	contactus@efa.org	Landover : 20785	Epilepsy Foundation Address 8301 Professional Place West, Suite 230 City Landover State MD Zip 20785 Phone (301) 459-3700 TollFree (800) 332-1000 Fax (301) 577-2684 Email contactus@efa.org Website https://www.epilepsy.com/ Description The Epilepsy Foundation is the only national organization dedicated to helping people pursue seizure freedom. The mission of the epilepsy foundation is to lead the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures, and save lives. We are a national non-profit with over 50 local organizations throughout the United States, and have led the fight against seizures since 1968. We are an unwavering ally for individuals and families impacted by epilepsy and seizures. We work to prevent, control, and cure epilepsy through community services, public education, federal and local advocacy, and supporting research into new treatments and therapies. We work to ensure that people with seizures have the opportunity to live their lives to their fullest potential.
Epilepsy Foundation Washington		(206) 487-5251	washington@efa.org	Seattle : 98103	Epilepsy Foundation Washington Address 2311 N 45th Street, #134 City Seattle State WA Zip 98103 Phone (206) 487-5251 TollFree (800) 332-1000 Fax (206) 826-0806 Email washington@efa.org Website https://epilepsywashington.org/ Description The Epilepsy Foundation Washington (EFWA) is the principal advocate for the epilepsy community in Washington. Over 74,600 people in Washington are living with epilepsy or seizure-related conditions. Epilepsy Foundation Washington (EFWA) is a chapter of Epilepsy Foundation of America (EFA). EFWA works closely with EFA to develop and implement programs and services for people living with epilepsy in Washington. A volunteer advisory board of professionals and community leaders provide leadership to Epilepsy Foundation Washington. EFWA hosts a professional advisory board of healthcare professionals that advise and support the organization.
Job Accommodations Network (JAN)	West Virginia University	(800) 526-7234	jan@askjan.org		Job Accommodations Network (JAN) AgencyName2 West Virginia University MailingAddress PO Box 6080, Morgantown, WV Phone (800) 526-7234 TTY (877) 781-9403 Fax (304) 293-5407 Email jan@askjan.org Website http://askjan.org Description Facilitates the employment and retention of workers with disabilities by providing employers, employment providers, people with disabilities, their family members, and other interested parties with information on job accommodations, self-employment, small business opportunities, and related subjects.
Kristin Sturdivan		(253) 880-4938	kristinsequinetherapy@gmail.com		Kristin Sturdivan Phone (253) 880-4938 Email kristinsequinetherapy@gmail.com Description We provide equine therapeutic riding lessons/camps for individuals of all ages and abilities.
MultiCare Adult Epilepsy Center		(253) 403-0344		Tacoma : 98405	MultiCare Adult Epilepsy Center Address 316 MLK Jr Way, Suite 408 City Tacoma State WA Zip 98405 Phone (253) 403-0344 Website https://www.multicare.org/neurosciences-epilepsy/ Description The MultiCare Neuroscience Center of Washington provides the latest treatment for epilepsy. Through MultiCare, patients have access to the full range of treatments for epilepsy, including medications, EEG monitoring and vagus nerve stimulation.
Neuroscience Institute Epilepsy Center	Swedish Medical Center	(206) 320-3492		Seattle : 98122	Neuroscience Institute Epilepsy Center AgencyName2 Swedish Medical Center Address 550 17th Avenue, Cherry Hill Campus, James Tower #540 City Seattle State WA Zip 98122 Phone (206) 320-3492 TollFree (800) 331-7533 Fax (206) 320-3088 Description We provide pediatric epilepsy care for children and their parents coping with their disorder. We provide ongoing treatment to control seizures, maintain safety and allow our patients to participate in sports and other normal daily activities. Treatments may include anti-seizure medications, epilepsy surgery, and vagal nerve and other neurostimulator devices. Whether you're experiencing epilepsy-like symptoms for the first time or have been diagnosed with a seizure disorder and are continuing to have uncontrolled seizures despite treatment, we can help.
Regional Epilepsy Center	University of Washington, Harborview Medical Center	(206) 520-5000		Seattle : 98104	Regional Epilepsy Center AgencyName2 University of Washington, Harborview Medical Center Address 325 9th Avenue, 4th Floor, West Clinic City Seattle State WA Zip 98104 Phone (206) 520-5000 Fax (206) 744-4409 Website https://www.uwmedicine.org/locations/regional-epilepsy-center-harborview Description Located at Harborview Medical Center, the UW Medicine Regional Epilepsy Center comprises specialists trained in neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology and neuropsychology. The Center treats patients over the age of 13 and coordinates care with Seattle Children's Hospital for younger patients. We collaborate with a support staff of nurses, social workers, vocational rehabilitation specialists and electrodiagnostic technicians to diagnose and treat difficult seizure problems. Our nationally-renowned facility works with referring physicians throughout the Northwest and across the country to diagnose and treat all types of seizure disorders.
Seattle Children's Hospital - Neurology Clinic	Neurosciences Center	(206) 987-2016 (appointments) (206) 987-7777 (physician consultations)		Seattle : 98105	Seattle Children's Hospital - Neurology Clinic AgencyName2 Neurosciences Center Address 4800 Sand Point Way NE City Seattle State WA Zip 98105 Phone (206) 987-2016 (appointments) (206) 987-7777 (physician consultations) TollFree (844) 935-3467 Fax (206) 987-2649 Website https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/neurosciences/ Description Seattle Children’s caring doctors diagnose and treat newborns through young adults with all types of conditions that affect the brain and spinal cord. Seattle Children’s offers a wide range of treatments and services for all types of conditions that affect the brain and spinal cord. We have more pediatric neurosurgeons on staff than any other hospital in the Pacific Northwest - with coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our neurologists and neurosurgeons work closely with specialists in other fields, like plastic surgery, neuropsychology and rehabilitation medicine. Babies, children, teens and young adults come to Seattle Children’s from across the nation and around the world. Our Neurosciences Center consistently ranks among the top programs in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report. In 2018, Seattle Children’s Neurosciences Center was ranked #1 in the Northwest, and among the top 10 nationwide. Please visit our website for more information specific conditions and how we will care for your child.
Wilson Clinical Services, PLLC			wcs@wilsonclinical.com	Tacoma : 98402	Wilson Clinical Services, PLLC Contact Jaime A.B. Wilson Address 1117 A Street City Tacoma State WA Zip 98402 Email wcs@wilsonclinical.com Website https://www.wilsonclinical.com Description Wilson Clinical Services provides specialized services to the deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind, and late deafened population throughout the state of Washington and the United States. These services are available to community centers, private individuals, group homes, prisons, courts, schools, and other places that are in need of specialized care.

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