Family Information Series: Third Thursday
Resources for Children & Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Every Third Thursday
(March - May 2026)
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Sumner Middle School Library
MARCH 19 - What to expect when you're expecting a young adult at home: My child is now 22 -- how do we navigate these new systems? What about supportive housing options? Resources:
- Pierce County Coalition for Developmental Disabilities
- Partners4Housing
APRIL 16 - Guardianship Options and Financial Planning Tools: An attorney will talk about guardianship and alternatives, power of attorney options, and financial planning tools.
MAY 21 - DDA Application / Paperwork Night: Department of Developmental Disabilities & Pierce County Coalition of Developmental Disability is hosting an Intake and Eligibility event to assist in completing applications and answering questions about eligibility. This event requires advance registration. Refreshments will be provided.
More information:
SBLSD Special Education: kristine_nelson@sumnersd.org
(253) 891-5091
sumnersd.org/ThirdThursday
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For parents or guardians of young adults with developmental disabilities, navigating a post-high school world can be overwhelming without the right resources. The Sumner-Bonney Lake School District provides a unique service in the form of a free family information series every year, bringing needed resources straight to families who need them.