The Arc Of Snohomish County

Independent Living: This program offers support so individuals with disabilities can live successfully in their community. Includes future planning workshops for parents so they can plan effectively for the future. Workshops include, but are not limited to, transportation, SSI navigation, guardianship, housing, special needs trusts. This program also offers emergency assistance for clients living in the community that experience a crisis. Approximate number served:700.

Leadership and education: The Arc identifies family members, siblings, guardians and self-advocates who are interested in or want to actively participate in a leadership role representing intellectual and developmental disabilities. Leaders receive information, training and support to effectively advocate for individuals with disabilities. Help families navigate the special education system through the IEP Parent Partner Program. The IEP Parent Partner Program is a program that trains and matches IEP Partners with parents wanting support at their childs IEP meeting. Approximate number served: 1500.