Changes for Independent Providers

Consumer Direct Care Network Washington Changes are happening now for Independent Providers in Washington State. Starting the 1st of April, you will no longer be able to use IPOne. Consumer Direct Care Network Washington (CDWA) will be the new consumer directed employer. If you are a parent provider, these changes apply to you as well. Please check your email for introductory information from the CDWA. More information is on their website at https://www.consumerdirectwa.com/ and on the DSHS website at https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/stakeholders/consumer-directed-employer-project

Workshop - The Parent's Perspective

Teamwork: Caregivers and Educators Working Together

Monday, March 7, 2022 & Wednesday, March 9, 2022 4:30-6:30pm

This course is designed to help educators and parents learn essential skills for collaboration and team building in the special education process from the caregiver’s point of view, as well as practical applications using parents’ success stories. The course is led by a team of parents of students with disabilities, including some that are professionals in the field of education. The course includes strategies to develop cohesive programs together, navigating obstacles and conflict successfully.

Register here - https://forms.washingtonea.org/Forms/pdonline

Legislative Updates

Proposed Bill in Olympia this Session The Arc of WA puts together the current list of bills that are being proposed this legislative session that concern people with I/DD. Check them out at https://arcwa.org/billtracker/

Developmental Disabilities Legislative Advocacy Days 2022 Jan 26 - Civil Rights Feb 2 - Employment and Day Services Feb 9 - Barriers to Transportation Feb 16 - Caregiving for Adults and Children Advocacy Days are all virtual. Register here https://arcwa.org/advocacy-days/