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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Recreation / Social Activities

3rd Friday Dance

(253) 223-4800

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Puget Sound/Tacoma-Pierce County - Tacoma

(253) 292-2599
info@bbbsps.org

Address: 3640 S Cedar Street, Suites Q & R
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98409
Phone: (253) 292-2599
Email: info@bbbsps.org
Website: https://www.inspirebig.org
Description: Big Brothers/Big Sisters partners with actively involved community members to match caring adults with children, both of whom benefit from our one-to-one mentoring programs.

Boy Scouts of America, Pacific Harbors Council - Tacoma

(253) 682-2217

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound - Tacoma

Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, Al Davies Branch

(253) 502-4631
frontdesk@bgcsps.org

AgencyName2: Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, Al Davies Branch
Address: 1620 S 17th Street
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98405
Phone: (253) 502-4631
Fax: (253) 597-6450
Email: frontdesk@bgcsps.org
Website: https://www.bgcsps.org
Description: The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound strives to create a safe and positive place for youth to develop life skills, gain academic support, participate in health and fitness activities, and to provide oppportunities that allow youth to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound - Tacoma

Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, DA Gonyea Branch

(253) 502-4640
frontdesk@bgcsps.org

AgencyName2: Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, DA Gonyea Branch
Address: 5136 N 26th Street
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98407
Phone: (253) 502-4640
Fax: (253) 752-5269
Email: frontdesk@bgcsps.org
Website: https://www.bgcsps.org
Description: The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound strives to create a safe and positive place for youth to develop life skills, gain academic support, participate in health and fitness activities, and to provide oppportunities that allow youth to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound - Tacoma

Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, Milgard Family Eastside Branch

(253) 404-3997
frontdesk@bgcsps.org

AgencyName2: Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, Milgard Family Eastside Branch
Address: 1721 E 56th Street
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98404
Phone: (253) 404-3997
Fax: (253) 336-2055
Email: frontdesk@bgcsps.org
Website: https://www.bgcsps.org
Description: The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound strives to create a safe and positive place for youth to develop life skills, gain academic support, participate in health and fitness activities, and to provide oppportunities that allow youth to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound - Lakewood

Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, Gary and Carol Milgard Family Hope Center

(253) 502-4660
frontdesk@bgcsps.org

AgencyName2: Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, Gary and Carol Milgard Family Hope Center
Address: 10402 Kline Street SW
City: Lakewood
State: WA
Zip: 98499
Phone: (253) 502-4660
Fax: (253) 336-2055
Email: frontdesk@bgcsps.org
Website: https://www.bgcsps.org
Description: The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound strives to create a safe and positive place for youth to develop life skills, gain academic support, participate in health and fitness activities, and to provide oppportunities that allow youth to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound - Gig Harbor

Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, Cheney Family Branch

(253) 502-4670
frontdesk@bgcsps.org

AgencyName2: Boys & Girls Clubs of Puget Sound, Cheney Family Branch
Address: 8502 Skansie Avenue
City: Gig Harbor
State: WA
Zip: 98332
Phone: (253) 502-4670
Fax: (253) 336-2055
Email: frontdesk@bgcsps.org
Website: https://www.bgcsps.org
Description: The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound strives to create a safe and positive place for youth to develop life skills, gain academic support, participate in health and fitness activities, and to provide oppportunities that allow youth to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound - Tacoma

Administrative Service Center

(253) 502-4600
frontdesk@bgcsps.org

AgencyName2: Administrative Service Center
Address: 3875 South 66th Street, Suite 101
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98409
Phone: (253) 502-4600
Fax: (253) 336-2055
Email: frontdesk@bgcsps.org
Website: https://www.bgcsps.org
Description: The Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound strives to create a safe and positive place for youth to develop life skills, gain academic support, participate in health and fitness activities, and to provide oppportunities that allow youth to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

C.A.S.T. "Catch A Special Thrill" for Kids Program - Renton

(425) 251-3214
info@castforkids.org

Contact: Jay Yelas
Address: 297 SW 41st Street
City: Renton
State: WA
Zip: 98057
Phone: (425) 251-3214
Email: info@castforkids.org
Website: https://www.castforkids.org
Description: C.A.S.T. for Kids was designed to create an environment where children (ages 6-18) and adults could benefit, sharing a day of fun on the water that they may not otherwise get to experience. Children’s groups from the local area are hosted at a local site and supplied with fishing rods & reels, a t-shirt, hat and tackle box, partnered with a volunteer experienced angler (guide), and escorted onto a motorized boat, where, along with their caretaker, are shown the proper techniques of fishing and are educated on natural resources. They all then return from their morning fishing excursion to a BBQ lunch and awards ceremony. Call or visit the website for more detailed information or find out how you can host an event in your local area.

Camp Fire USA Central Puget Sound - Seattle

(206) 461-8550
info@campfireseattle.org

Address: 2414 SW Andover Street, Suite D-105
City: Seattle
State: WA
Zip: 98106
Phone: (206) 461-8550
Fax: (206) 525-3351
Email: info@campfireseattle.org
Website: https://campfireseattle.org/
Description: We inspire and enable youth of all backgrounds and abilities to discover their spark, value the natural world, and become tomorrow’s leaders, today. Camp Fire Central Puget Sound ignites a passion for nature, a commitment to service and a drive to succeed in 10,000 children and teens every year. Since 1915, kids have relied on Camp Fire for fun and educational experiences that develop their confidence, academic success, leadership and social skills. With the support of our community, we build tomorrow’s leaders today. We are very proud to be a welcoming place for all kids to come together to learn, play and grow into confident and caring members of society.

Center for Independence (CFI) - Lakewood

(253) 582-1253
pattk@cfisouth.org

Contact: Patt Kosier
Address: 7801 Bridgeport Way, #200
City: Lakewood
State: WA
Zip: 98499
Phone: (253) 582-1253
TollFree: (800) 724-8172
Fax: (253) 584-4374
Email: pattk@cfisouth.org
Website: https://www.centerforindependence.org
Description: CFI is a non-profit organization serving as a resource for individuals with disabilities to fully access and participate in the community through outreach, advocacy, and independent living skills development. Our core services are: peer mentoring, info & referral, advocacy - individual and systemic, independent living skills training and transition services. Also offered: peer mentoring support groups, social activities and events, resource website, training on finding and keeping an attendant, and adaptive computer skills training. CFI serves Pierce, Thurston, South King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom, Island, and San Juan Island Counties. Visit the website for additional statewide locations and contact info.

Changing Rein Equine Assisted Activities & Therapies - Graham

(253) 318-3855
office@changingrein.org

Address: 6204 288th Street East
City: Graham
State: WA
Zip: 98338
Phone: (253) 318-3855
Email: office@changingrein.org
Website: https://www.changingrein.org/
Description: Changing Rein’s herd teaches our clients and students what healthy connection looks like, feels like and how those skills are essential in healthy human relationships. Changing Rein’s Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning offeres services based on the principles developed by Natural Lifemanship’s Trauma-Focused EAP. Changing Rein offers different services based on Natural Lifemanship’s principles of healthy connection: equine assisted psychotherapy, equine assisted learning and Hands on Horses for teens facing difficult life circumstances.

Children's Museum of Tacoma - Tacoma

(253) 627-6031
tdurand@playtacoma.org
mowen@playtacoma.org

Contact: Tanya Durand & Miranda Owen
Address: 1501 Pacific Avenue
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98402
Phone: (253) 627-6031
Fax: (253) 627-2436
Email: tdurand@playtacoma.org
mowen@playtacoma.org
Website: https://www.playtacoma.org/
Description: The Children’s Museum of Tacoma was established in 1985 by parents, teachers, and community leaders dedicated to creating unique resources for families in Tacoma and the South Puget Sound Region.

City of Enumclaw - Parks & Recreation - Enumclaw

(360) 615-5681
kmunnell@ci.enumclaw.wa.us

Companionship Program - Lakewood

Pierce County Parks and Recreation

(253) 798-2997
pccompanionship@pierrcecountywa.gov

AgencyName2: Pierce County Parks and Recreation
Contact: Jenn Sergent
Address: 9112 Lakewood Drive SW,
City: Lakewood
State: WA
Zip: 98499
Phone: (253) 798-2997
Email: pccompanionship@pierrcecountywa.gov
Website: https://www.piercecountywa.org/1460/companionship-program
Description: The Companionship Program is designed to provide fully inclusive recreation and leisure opportunities for individuals with special needs and their families. Our goal is to assist the participants in finding and maintaining strong friendships while playing and trying new activities. The program is a cooperative effort with the Bethel, Clover Park, Eatonville, Peninsula and Sumner school districts. Please visit our website to view our newsletter/program calendar. Our quarterly newsletters feature the upcoming calendar of events/programs and help keep you up to date. As you view the calendar please note that some events may have a fee or registration fee. There is no commitment of membership. Come once or come often.

Easter Seals Camp Stand By Me - Vaughn

(253) 884-2722
acox@wa.easterseals.com

Contact: Angela Cox
Address: 17809 S Vaughn Road NW
City: Vaughn
State: WA
Zip: 98394
MailingAddress: PO Box 289, Vaughn, WA 98394
Phone: (253) 884-2722
Email: acox@wa.easterseals.com
Website: https://www.easterseals.com/washington/our-programs/camping-recreation/
Description: Easter Seals Camp Stand By Me has been an inclusive, barrier-free environment for children and adults with disabilities to experience all the joys of camp without limitations. Camp is about all the things children and adults CAN do: swim, canoe, sing, eat s'mores, build lifelong friendships and more. We offer week-long sessions in the summer, and weekend respite in the fall, winter, and spring. With low staff to camper ratios and an on-site registered nurse, we can serve children and adults of any ability level. Camp Stand By Me offers all of the activities of a traditional summer camp in a safe, accessible environment. Activities include: campfires, boating, fishing, swimming, arts, crafts, outdoor education, sports, recreation, and archery.

Eatonville Family Agency - Eatonville

(360) 832-6805

Address: 305 West Center Street
City: Eatonville
State: WA
Zip: 98328
MailingAddress: PO Box 1764, Eatonville, WA 98328
Phone: (360) 832-6805
Fax: (360) 832-3671
Website: http://www.eatonvillefamilyagency.org/
Description: The mission of the Eatonville Family Agency is to serve individuals, families and senior citizens in need and to reduce the impact of poverty through a variety of social services and community programs. We provide services and programs to help our community members in need. We provide a food bank, backpack food program for school students, clothing bank, senior citizen activities, DSHS basic food and medical enrollment assistance, holiday food and toys, school supplies, and so much more. If you live in the Eatonville or rural southeast Pierce County area and you need assistance, please call or come by the office.

Enumclaw Specialized Recreation

(253) 334-4190

Equest Special Riders Inc. - Tacoma

(253) 241-5639
(253) 579-9565
equestspecialriders@yahoo.com

Address: 4517 96th Street East
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98446
Phone: (253) 241-5639

(253) 579-9565
Email: equestspecialriders@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.equestspecialriders.org/
Description: Equest Special Riders is a non-profit organization of trained volunteers who provide therapeutic recreational horseback riding and instruction for persons left physically or mentally disabled through irregularites of birth, high fevers, disease or trauma from an accident. A few students are adults; the greatest majority of the special riders are children. Children, who might never have walked, enjoy a chance of experience the exhilaration of moving freely, mounted atop a horse. While riders are invloved in specialized games designed to improve coordination, the horse’s gait massages their leg muscles. You need to only watch one session to realize how much riding impacts the self-confidence and well being of the students.

Franklin Pierce YOUTH FIRST!

(253) 298-4059
rmorales@fpschools.org

Friendly Horse Acres - Buckley

(360) 825-3628

Girl Scouts of Western Washington - DuPont

DuPont Girl Scout Center

(800) 541-9852
customercare@girlscoutsww.org

AgencyName2: DuPont Girl Scout Center
Address: 1000 Davis Place
City: DuPont
State: WA
Zip: 98327
MailingAddress: PO Box 770, DuPont, WA 98327
Phone: (800) 541-9852
Email: customercare@girlscoutsww.org
Website: https://www.girlscoutsww.org
Description: Girl Scouts is the world's preeminent leadership development organization for girls in grades K-12. Partnering with caring adult volunteers, girls build leadership skills by designing fun and challenging activities that empower them to discover, connect, and take action to make the world a better place.

Inclusion Program - Federal Way

City of Federal Way Parks & Recreation

(253) 835-6927
kevin.hutchinson@cityoffederalway.com

AgencyName2: City of Federal Way Parks & Recreation
Address: 876 S 333rd Street
City: Federal Way
State: WA
Zip: 98003
Phone: (253) 835-6927
Email: kevin.hutchinson@cityoffederalway.com
Website: https://www.itallhappenshere.org
Description: The City of Federal Way is committed to providing programs and services accessible to individuals with disabilities. The Inclusion Programs include life-skill, recreation, social programs and Special Olympic sports for adults and youth with developmental and intellectual disabilities. We also offer integrated summer day camps for children living with disabilities. Scholarships are available and respite waivers are accepted for most recreation programs. Requests for special accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis. (Please contact the recreation office 7 working days prior to program start date.)

Kindermusik at Kiddos and Kin - Tacoma

(253) 224-2451
kmwithshay@gmail.com

Contact: Shay Ryan
Address: 751 Street Helens Avenue
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98402
Phone: (253) 224-2451
Email: kmwithshay@gmail.com
Website: http://kiddosandkin.com/
Description: Music is for EVERY child! One of the many strengths of Kindermusik is its focus on the different developmental needs of each stage of childhood. Each Kindermusik class level is designed to give every child the most appropriate and stimulating environment to nurture their developmental needs. In fact, it is Kindermusik’s musical and developmental basis that makes the program such a natural and effective way to augment occupational, physical, or speech therapy.

Klear Mont Farms - Lakewood

(253) 229-2214
klearmont@comcast.net

Lakewood Senior Activity Center - Lakewood

(253) 798-4090

L'Arche Tahoma Hope & Welcome Center - Tacoma

(253) 535-3178
info@larchetahomahope.org

Contact: Laura Giddings
Address: 12302 Vickery Avenue East
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98446
Phone: (253) 535-3178
Fax: (253) 539-9208
Email: info@larchetahomahope.org
Website: https://www.larchetahomahope.org/
Description: We at L’Arche Tahoma Hope are people, with and without developmental disabilities, sharing life in communities belonging to an international federation. Mutual relationships and trust in God are at the heart of our journey together. We celebrate the unique value of every person and recognize our need for one another. The mission of L’Arche is: To make known the gifts of people with developmental disabilities, revealed through mutually transforming relationships; to foster an environment in community that responds to the changing needs of our members, while being faithful to the core values of our founding story; to engage in our diverse cultures, working together toward a more human society.

Metro Parks Tacoma - Tacoma

STAR Center

(253) 404-3951
beaub@tacomaparks.com

AgencyName2: STAR Center
Contact: Beau Benner
Address: 3873 S 66th Street
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98409
Phone: (253) 404-3951
Email: beaub@tacomaparks.com
Website: https://www.metroparkstacoma.org/specialized
Description: Metro Parks provides social recreation programs for people with disabilities (intellectual disabilities) through the Specialized Recreation Program. Pre-registration is required for all activities. Activities include social, athletic/sports, outings, and classes. Social programs are held in the evening and during the day and include exercise, games, music, and basic fun making new friends. We offer six sports through Special Olympics (basketball, track and field, soccer, golf, softball, aquatics and bowling), year round bowling and footgolf. Other programs include: weekend adventure outings (day trips), vacation adventures (overnight camping), special events, and dances. Our vacation trips provide opportunities for adults (18 years and older) with disabilities to vacation with friends in the northwest in a variety of settings. Vacations typically last 2-5 days and include lodging in hotels, tents, and residential camps. Typical activities include sightseeing, canoeing, swimming, shopping, hiking, and visiting local tourist attractions. Metro Parks also offers youth programs and a one-week summer day camp in August. For more detailed information please call or visit our website.

My Team Triumph, Puget Sound

(253) 358-3081
dparker@mtt-pugetsound.org

Northwest Creative Arts Center - Tacoma

(253) 565-2550
jroesch@nwsil.com

Outdoors For All Foundation - Seattle

(206) 838-6030
(206) 838-4995
info@outdoorsforall.org

Address: 6344 NE 74th Street, Suite 102
City: Seattle
State: WA
Zip: 98115
Phone: (206) 838-6030

(206) 838-4995
Fax: (206) 838-6035
Email: info@outdoorsforall.org
Website: https://outdoorsforall.org/
Description: The Outdoors for All Foundation transforms lives through outdoor recreation. Founded in 1979 in the Pacific Northwest, Outdoors for All is a national leader in delivering adaptive and therapeutic recreation for children and adults with disabilities. Outdoors for All enriches the lives of individuals with disabilities and families and helps them to get out and enjoy the great outdoors. Outdoors for All’s programs includes snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country and downhill skiing, cycling, mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, youth and adult day camps, yoga, military programs, weekend excursions and custom events. Please visit our website for more information.

Parks and Recreation - Lakewood

City of Lakewood

(253) 983-7887
parks@cityoflakewood.us

AgencyName2: City of Lakewood
Contact: Mary Dodsworth
Address: 6000 Main Street SW
City: Lakewood
State: WA
Zip: 98499
Phone: (253) 983-7887
Email: parks@cityoflakewood.us
Website: https://cityoflakewood.us/parks-and-recreation/
Description: The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department preserves and maintains over 600 acres of parkland, open spaces, public buildings and areas to enhance the beauty and positive image of Lakewood. The department establishes partnerships to ensure that a comprehensive system of programs, facilities, and services are available to meet the needs of the community. Parks and Recreation contributes to the vitality of Lakewood; encourages economic development, creates neighborhood identity and improves the quality of life for our citizens. The recreation division offers a diverse selection of youth recreational activities focusing on healthy, physical activity. For Park Shelter Rentals, please visit the website or call for information.

Parkview Services - Camp Parkview - Shoreline

(206) 542-6644

Address: 17544 Midvale Avenue N, Suite LL
City: Shoreline
State: WA
Zip: 98133
Phone: (206) 542-6644
TTY: (800) 833-6388 711
Fax: (206) 542-6608
Website: https://www.parkviewservices.org/camp-parkview/
Description: Camp Parkview takes place on beautiful Vashon Island at the Burton Conference Center. This annual stay-away camp for adults with disabilities is a unique experience that allows for fun, recreation and togetherness in the lovely Northwest outdoors. Over 60 campers with many types of disabilities come to camp each year, along with 40+ volunteer counselors. Campers stay in accessible cabins with private bathrooms and are able to participate in accessible recreation such as boating, swimming, arts and crafts, singing, nature paths and an fantastic all-camp talent show. We have four volunteer registered nurses on staff providing 24-hour care, including medication administration. All of this is provided to our campers so that they will be able to have the full summer camp experience.

Pierce County Coalition for Developmental Disabilities (PC2) - Tacoma

(253) 564-0707
info@pc2online.org

Contact: Dr. BethAnn Garteiz
Address: 3716 Pacific Avenue, #A
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98418
Phone: (253) 564-0707
TollFree: (877) 335-4657
Fax: (253) 564-0702
Email: info@pc2online.org
Website: https://www.pc2online.org
Description: PC2 is a parent-driven 501(c)3 organization responsible for providing clear, consistent information for families and individuals who experience developmental disabilities in Pierce County, Washington. PC2: provides resource links and follow-up/follow-along services for families; publishes a quarterly newsletter with relevant articles and information; publishes a comprehensive Resource Guide of services and supports; conducts educational meetings on a variety of topics; provides information at resource and vendor fairs throughout the county; provides a Home Ownership Down Payment Assistance Program for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families; co-hosts an annual Legislative Forum for constituents to meet and speak with their elected officials; provides information on how the legislative process works and how your voice can make a difference; shows you how you can connect with legislators and how to advocate for yourself; helps families find their voice!

Pierce County Parks & Recreation - Lakewood

(253) 798-4199

Pt. Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - Tacoma

(253) 404-3800
comments@pdza.org

Address: 5400 North Pearl Street
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98407
Phone: (253) 404-3800
Email: comments@pdza.org
Website: https://www.pdza.org/
Description: Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium (PDZA) is the only combined zoo and aquarium in the Pacific Northwest. The 29-acre zoological park was established in 1905, and attracts about 700,000 visitors a year. It is nationally accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) and the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums (AMMPA), which ensure rigorously high standards of animal welfare, veterinary care, conservation, education and more. The Zoo sits within 700-acre Point Defiance Park, offering spectacular views of Mount Rainier, the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound. PDZA is operated by Metro Parks Tacoma, the oldest independent park district in Washington.

PURPAS - Tacoma

(253) 565-2266 x 115 (helpline)
pave@wapave.org

Address: 6316 South 12th Street
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98465
Phone: (253) 565-2266
x 115 (helpline)
CrisisHelpHotline: (800) 572-7368 x 115 (TF helpline)
Fax: (253) 566-8052
Email: pave@wapave.org
Website: https://wapave.org/; https://wapave.org/get-help
Description: PURPAS-“PAVE-ing a Unique Road for People on the Autism Spectrum” offers life skill informational classes for youth 14 years and older with autism. Topics include personal hygiene, leadership, advocacy, dating and relationships, cooking, transportation, street safety. Monthly social meet up activities are planned by youth and can include: bowling, board game night, pizza night, zoo outing, and arts and crafts. 1 adult = 3 youth, transportation not provided. Family gathering night is for all ages and occurs throughout the year. These include meeting for dinner in the community where families and individuals have conversation, plan future events, discuss life skills topics and share resources. The yearly calendar is distributed in early September and, throughout the year, social meet up activities will be added. (Located on the Tacoma Community College Campus in parking lot “I” as you enter from 12th Street; opposite side of the campus from TACID.)

Puyallup Parks and Recreation - Puyallup

(253) 841-5457

Russell’s Ranch - Buckley

Friends of Russell

russellsranchwa@gmail.com

AgencyName2: Friends of Russell
Address: 14102 263rd Avenue East
City: Buckley
State: WA
Zip: 98321
Email: russellsranchwa@gmail.com
Website: https://friendsofrussell.org/russells-ranch/
Description: Russell’s Ranch is an equine therapeutic riding program for individuals of all ages with physical and intellectual disabilities looking to build connections with horses. We are proudly certified through PATH (the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship), which promotes safety and optimal outcomes in equine-assisted activities and therapies for individuals with special needs. Russell’s Ranch provides riding and ground lessons in both adaptive and non-adaptive curricula. Please visit our website for more information.

Smith Habilitation Services

253-232-5573
asmith@smithhabilitationservices.com

Social Skillz - Tacoma

(425) 443-5749

Contact: Kobi Wilson
Address: 902 Market Street
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98418
Phone: (425) 443-5749
Website: http://www.socialskillz.org/
Description: We are a group of kids, teens, parents, teachers and neurodiverse adults who believe in the power of theatre and creative play to support the natural development of resilience, self-esteem and concrete social skills for children and teens with unique social, emotional and developmental needs. Our Executive Director is a Master’s Level Special Education Teacher, with an emphasis in social/emotional development and a BA in Youth Advocacy through the Fine and Performing Arts. This background has allowed her to create an innovative program that is both ground-breaking and grounded in comprehensive theory and evidence-based practices. Available classes and camps inlcude: Social Skillz Summer Camp, Social Skillz Theatre Classes, Social Skills Academy, and Special Events. Please visit our website for more information.

Sound Athletics - Tacoma

(253) 306-9239
soundathleticspierce@gmail.com

Contact: Sherry Bowman
Address: 3801 N 27th Street, #6921
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98407
Phone: (253) 306-9239
Email: soundathleticspierce@gmail.com
Website: http://soundathletics.org/
Description: We are a non-profit Special Olympics team serving the Tacoma/Puyallup area. We provide both traditional and unified sports opportunities for Bowling (Fall), Basketball (Winter), and Track (Spring). Our coaching staff is trained to provide a safe teaching and training environment for our athletes. We welcome athletes of all abilities ages 8 and over.

Special Blessings - Tacoma

Life Center Church

(253) 223-4800
(253) 318-5549

Special Olympics Washington - Seattle

(206) 362-4949
info@sowa.org

Address: 2815 Second Avenue, Suite 370
City: Seattle
State: WA
Zip: 98121
Phone: (206) 362-4949
Fax: (206) 361-8158
Email: info@sowa.org
Website: http://specialolympicswashington.org/
Description: We are a catalyst for inclusion! Special Olympics Washington is the leader in sports, health, and community building, empowering children and adults with intellectual disabilities to be valued on and off the playing field. Through programming in sports, health, education and community building, Special Olympics is changing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics removes barriers and stigmas that people with intellectual disabilities face, and so that they can share their gifts and talents with their communities. Everyone who comes in touch with Special Olympics is impacted in a way that helps them strive to achieve their personal best. Persons with intellectual disabilities, regardless of ability level, may participate in sports and other programs offered by Special Olympics Washington. Individuals are eligible for training and competition at age eight and there is no upper age limit. 18,000 athletes participate in Special Olympics Washington activities; over 5 million athletes compete in Special Olympics programs in 174 countries. Please visit our website for more information on athlete leadership program, training and competition, youth activation, volunteers, funding, unified sports, healthy athletes, young athletes, winter season, spring season, summer season, and fall season.

Steilacoom Community Center - Steilacoom

(253) 581-1076
kristal.gibelyou@ci.steilacoom.wa.us

Contact: Kristal Gibelyou
Address: 2301 Worthington Street
City: Steilacoom
State: WA
Zip: 98388
Phone: (253) 581-1076
Fax: (253) 588-2086
Email: kristal.gibelyou@ci.steilacoom.wa.us
Website: https://townofsteilacoom.org/
Description: Steilacoom provides many adult programs, community services, facility rentals, and youth programs. Please visit our website for more information on services and schedules.

Sumner/Bonney Lake Recreation Program - Sumner

(253) 891-6500

Sundance Circle Therapeutic Riding Centers - Puyallup

(253) 863-0654
(253) 841-3041
jpayne@retpt.com

Contact: John Payne
Address: 1707 3rd Street SE, Suite A
City: Puyallup
State: WA
Zip: 98372
Phone: (253) 863-0654

(253) 841-3041
Fax: (253) 841-3061
Email: jpayne@retpt.com
Website: http://www.retptgroup.com/services/meridian-hippotherapy-horse-physical-therapy
Description: After an initial evaluation from a licensed therapist at one of three locations in Puyallup, Sundance Circle Therapeutic Riding Centers will work with your physician to obtain a release to ensure we can provide the safest and most effective treatment for each hippotherapy patient. After that, all subsequent treatment will be held at the Sundance Circle Therapeutic Riding Center in Sumner. Hippotherapy is the use of horseback riding as a therapeutic or rehabilitative treatment, especially as a means of improving coordination, balance, and strength. This therapy can help treat cerebral palsy, autism, Down’s syndrome, ataxia, sensory integration disorder, developmental delay, traumatic brain injury, ADHD, genetic disorders, stroke patients, and many more.

Sundance Circle Therapeutic Riding Centers - Puyallup

(253) 863-0654
(253) 445-4258
jpayne@retpt.com

Contact: John Payne
Address: 3801 5th Street SE, Suite 220
City: Puyallup
State: WA
Zip: 98374
Phone: (253) 863-0654

(253) 445-4258
Fax: (253) 445-4724
Email: jpayne@retpt.com
Website: http://www.retptgroup.com/services/meridian-hippotherapy-horse-physical-therapy
Description: After an initial evaluation from a licensed therapist at one of three locations in Puyallup, Sundance Circle Therapeutic Riding Centers will work with your physician to obtain a release to ensure we can provide the safest and most effective treatment for each hippotherapy patient. After that, all subsequent treatment will be held at the Sundance Circle Therapeutic Riding Center in Sumner. Hippotherapy is the use of horseback riding as a therapeutic or rehabilitative treatment, especially as a means of improving coordination, balance, and strength. This therapy can help treat cerebral palsy, autism, Down’s syndrome, ataxia, sensory integration disorder, developmental delay, traumatic brain injury, ADHD, genetic disorders, stroke patients, and many more.

Sundance Circle Therapeutic Riding Centers - Puyallup

(253) 863-0654
(253) 256-4807
jpayne@retpt.com

Contact: John Payne
Address: 17528 Meridian East, Suite 205
City: Puyallup
State: WA
Zip: 98375
Phone: (253) 863-0654

(253) 256-4807
Fax: (253) 256-4809
Email: jpayne@retpt.com
Website: http://www.retptgroup.com/services/meridian-hippotherapy-horse-physical-therapy
Description: After an initial evaluation from a licensed therapist at one of three locations in Puyallup, Sundance Circle Therapeutic Riding Centers will work with your physician to obtain a release to ensure we can provide the safest and most effective treatment for each hippotherapy patient. After that, all subsequent treatment will be held at the Sundance Circle Therapeutic Riding Center in Sumner. Hippotherapy is the use of horseback riding as a therapeutic or rehabilitative treatment, especially as a means of improving coordination, balance, and strength. This therapy can help treat cerebral palsy, autism, Down’s syndrome, ataxia, sensory integration disorder, developmental delay, traumatic brain injury, ADHD, genetic disorders, stroke patients, and many more.

The Goodtimes Project - Seattle

Camp Goodtimes

(206) 556-3489
info@thegoodtimesproject.org

AgencyName2: Camp Goodtimes
Address: 7400 Sand Point Way NE, #101S
City: Seattle
State: WA
Zip: 98115
Phone: (206) 556-3489
Fax: (206) 877-4437
Email: info@thegoodtimesproject.org
Website: https://www.thegoodtimesproject.org
Description: Our vision is that all families affected by childhood cancer will experience a community of hope, joy, and love. When childhood cancer becomes your world, the Goodtimes Project creates caring spaces for local families to connect and for kids to be kids, through camps, events, and programs. Camp Goodtimes offers campers, ages 7-17, the opportunity to attend a resident camp that is specifically designed to provide opportunities for personal growth, connection among children impacted by cancer, and a whole lot of camp-tastic fun - all in a medically supervised environment. And while campers are enrolled, parents get a chance to just breathe. Camper eligibility includes cancer patients on- or off-treatment and a sibling.

Trips Inc. Special Adventures

(541) 686-1013
teamtrips@tripsinc.com

Valentine Yoga Therapy - Tacoma

(253) 475-6091
info@yogavalentine.com

Contact: Ed & Maude Valentine
Address: 420 South 35th Street
City: Tacoma
State: WA
Zip: 98418
Phone: (253) 475-6091
Email: info@yogavalentine.com
Website: http://yogavalentine.com/
Description: Our classes incorporate a gentle form of the classical hatha yoga as taught by Integrative Yoga Therapy. This gentle, and slower paced approach make it more accessible to people of all sizes, ages, and fitness levels. It is non-competitive and most positions are easily modified to fit the individual needs of the practitioner. Yoga has been around for over 5,000 years and has proven itself to be a valuable complimentary approach to healing and nurturing the mind, body and spirit. Our style of yoga is not about twisting yourself into a pretzel, it is about gentle, slow moving postures that bring health, enjoyment, and well being into your life. All of our classes in our Home Studio are drop-in classes. We would love to welcome you to the world of yoga where you'll find new friends, new adventures and like minded people. Also group lessons are available in our studio or at your location for your special needs.

Warm Beach Camp - Stanwood

(360) 652-7575

Washington Talking Book & Braille Library - Seattle

(206) 615-0400
wtbbl@sos.wa.gov

Address: 2021 9th Avenue
City: Seattle
State: WA
Zip: 98121
Phone: (206) 615-0400
TollFree: (800) 542-0866
Fax: (206) 615-0437
Email: wtbbl@sos.wa.gov
Website: https://www.wtbbl.org
Description: Free service providing talking books and braille books by mail or download, including locally produced titles of Pacific Northwest authors and interests. The collections are also available for loan to agencies serving eligible patrons. Youth services include a summer reading program and special events throughout the state.

Washington Youth Soccer - Tukwilla

(253) 476-2237
terry@washingtonyouthsoccer.org

Contact: Terry Fisher
Address: 7100 Fort Dent Way, #215
City: Tukwilla
State: WA
Zip: 98188
Phone: (253) 476-2237
TollFree: (877) 424-4318
Email: terry@washingtonyouthsoccer.org
Website: https://washingtonyouthsoccer.org/
Description: It is our mission to foster the physical, mental and emotional growth and development of the State of Washington’s youth through the sport of soccer at all levels of age and competition. The Outreach Program for Soccer (TOPSoccer) is our program for players 4 years of age and older who have developmental and/or physical disabilities. The program is based on skill level, not age, and participants include players, coaches and buddies - volunteers who are paired with each player to assist with the game. TOPSoccer creates an opportunity for players with disabilities to be part of the soccer community, where they grow emotionally and physically and where their families, coaches and buddies connect to share in the joy of playing soccer.

YMCA - Tacoma

Morgan Family YMCA

(253) 564-9622

YMCA - Lakewood

Lakewood Family YMCA

(253) 584-9622

YMCA - Puyallup

Mel Korum Family YMCA

(253) 841-9622

YMCA - Tacoma

Tacoma Center YMCA

(253) 597-6444

YMCA - Gig Harbor

Camp Seymour

(253) 884-3392
campseymour@ymcapkc.org

AgencyName2: Camp Seymour
Address: 9725 Cramer Road KPN
City: Gig Harbor
State: WA
Zip: 98329
Phone: (253) 884-3392
Email: campseymour@ymcapkc.org
Website: https://www.ymcapkc.org; https://www.campseymour.org/
Description: The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is an organization that embraces nondiscrimination, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome all people regardless of ability, age, background, ethnicity/race, faith, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. Programs: overnight camp, day camp at lake helena, family camp, outdoor enviromental education, and homeschool program.