Thursday, May 26, 2016

Summer Schedule of Events



June 8 Cle Elum Support Meeting 11:30-1pm Gunnar’s on Oakes
June 14 Ellensburg Support Meeting 6:30-8pm Rodeo City BBQ
June 17 Book Club 6:30-8pm Starlight Restaurant – Movie…
June 30 Luncheon 12-1pm El Caporal on Main and University Way

July 12 Ellensburg Support Meeting 6:30-8pm Rodeo City BBQ
July 13 Cle Elum Support Meeting 11:30-1pm Park TBD
July 22 Book Club 6:30-8pm Starlight Restaurant - Movie...
July 27 Luncheon 12-1pm El Caporal

Aug 9 Ellensburg Support Meeting 6:30-8pm Rodeo City BBQ
Aug 10 Cle Elum Support Meeting 11:30-1pm Park TBD
Aug 16 Luncheon 12-1pm El Caporal
Aug 26 Book Club 6:30-8pm Starlight Restaurant - Movie...

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Family Community Connections Guidebook

As a family member, there may be days when you think it is impossible to find community resources or engagement opportunities. Parenting is hard work. Add in a son or daughter with an intellectual and/or developmental disability, and the task becomes daunting. Many people toss around words like community, inclusion, and belonging; yet finding ways to make these ideals a reality can be confusing, complex and overwhelming. There is no right path and no right approach.
With multiple paths and avenues available, it can be hard to know where to start. What may work for one family or individual does not work for another. There may be religious, cultural, personal and family beliefs which influence decisions. One family may focus on independence and another focuses on interdependence.
It is up to you to find the approach which works best for you and your family member with intellectual disabilities. This guide was developed with input from families, individuals with disabilities, and professionals to offer ideas, tips and resources to help envision a full and meaningful life for your family member.
This guide was developed with input from families, individuals with disabilities, and professionals to offer ideas, tips and resources to help envision a full and meaningful life for your family member.

http://informingfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Community-Guidebook.pdf