Parent Coalition priorities are being established for the 2009 Legislative session

The statewide Parent Coalitions are starting to compile their priorities for the upcoming legislative session.

The following list has been suggested.
They are listed in no particular order of importance.

• Increased Casemanager FTE's to implement and administer programs
• Adding HS Graduates to Basic Waiver
• Infant Toddler Equity Act
• DD Land Trust
• Close an RHC
• Insurance coverage for Autism
• Funding for Life Opportunities Trust
• Neurodevelopmental Therapies
• Adding siblings/grandparents who are primary care providers to Individual and Family Services program

What are your concerns?
What would you like to see the Parent Coalition of Whatcom County focus on?
Are there issues that concern you that are not on this list?

LET US KNOW!
Contact the Parent Coalition at
360-715-0170 X 306 or 304

Youth Self Advocacy Group sponsors food drive as community service project

The Youth Self Advocacy group will have a food drive throughout the fall.

They will accept non-perishable food donations at The Arc's Dan Godwin Community Center.

They will also have tables at two upcoming community events where they will accept donations.

The Chris Burke Inclusion Concert
September 23
7:00 p.m.
Syre Theatre
Whatcom Community College

The Buddy Walk
October 4
11:00 a.m.
Maritime Heritage Park

Join the effort,
Share with others in our community,
Support the youth's endeavor to make a difference!

For information about the
Concert and the Buddy Walk
Contact Kristy at 360-715-0170 X 307

For more information about the Youth Self Advocacy group or the food drive:
Contact Maureen at 360-715-0170 X 302 or
Carol at 306-715-0170 X 304

Would a Local Chapter benefit you and your family?

Are you interested in being part of a
local chapter of the
Autism Society of Washington?

Contact Maureen at
360-715-0170 X 302

Special Meeting September 9

The Whatcom County Interagency Coordinating Council is a coalition of community agencies and service providers to promote improved access to health and developmental services for infants and young children with special needs.

Professionals and parents meet regularly to promote early identification and intervention services and improved coordination of services for children with medical and/or developmental disabilities.

Families are encouraged to become active members of this organization.