Family Information Series: Third Thursday
Resources for Children & Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Every Third Thursday (February - May 2025)
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Sumner Middle School Library (except March 20)
FEB 20 - 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:
MARCH 20 - Guardianship Options and Financial Planning Tools: Pierce County Attorney James Bates will talk about guardianship and alternatives, power of attorney options, and financial planning tools. NEW LOCATION: Portable 702 at Sumner Middle School
APRIL 17 - Time for Work! Supported Employment and 'School to Work' Programs in Pierce County: How to access employment services in Pierce County for your young adult.
Resources:
MAY 15 - DDA 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 your questions about eligibility. This event requires advance registration. Stay tuned for a separate announcement.
More information:
SBLSD Special Services: 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.