Resources
A curated collection of community supports, disability resources, financial programs, recreation opportunities, therapy providers, and helpful organizations for families, caregivers, educators, and individuals looking for support.
Before You Explore
These links are provided as a starting point. Program details, availability, eligibility, and contact information can change, so please confirm directly with each organization. If you need help finding a tool or support option, our team is happy to help point you in the right direction.
Autism & Disability Support
Washington-based and broader disability resources for information, advocacy, support, and education.
Autism Society of Washington
Statewide autism support, education, and advocacy resources.
Washington Autism Alliance
Advocacy and support for autistic individuals and families in Washington.
The Arc of Washington State
Advocacy and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Autism Empowerment
Education, advocacy, and connection resources for autistic and neurodivergent communities.
OSPI Special Education
Washington state special education information and student support resources.
Early Supports for Infants and Toddlers
Washington DCYF early support services for infants and toddlers.
Email: ESIT@dcyf.wa.gov
Seattle Children’s Autism Center
Autism resources and support information from Seattle Children’s.
UW Autism Center
Clinical, training, and resource information from the University of Washington Autism Center.
Email: uwautism@uw.edu
Lewis County Autism Coalition
Local autism support and connection in Lewis County.
Project Guardian
Centralia-area program supporting safety and emergency response planning.
Community Resources
Local organizations that provide support, connection, family services, and community-based assistance.
South Sound Parent to Parent
Support, connection, and resources for families and caregivers in the South Sound.
Family Support Center of South Sound
Family-centered services and community support in the South Sound.
Family Education & Support Services
Education, connection, and support services for families and caregivers.
Financial Support
Programs that may help with disability benefits, savings, funding, and family support.
Supplemental Security Income
Federal income support program for eligible individuals.
DSHS Disability Support
Washington State disability support and service information.
ABLEnow
Disability savings accounts and eligibility information.
Ben’s Fund
Grant support for autistic children and young adults in Washington.
A Gift for Special Children
Community support organization serving families and children.
Plus One Foundation
Grant support for therapeutic and enrichment activities.
Email: admin@plusonefoundation.org
Recreation & Activities
Sensory-friendly and inclusive activities, museums, parks, and community experiences.
Autism Acres
Outdoor and community support for autistic individuals and families.
Email: asyoung@autismacres.org
Seattle Children’s PlayGarden
Inclusive play and garden space in Seattle.
Pacific Science Center: Exploration for All
Sensory-friendly science center programming.
Children’s Museum of Tacoma
Low sensory hours and family-friendly programming.
Miner’s Corner Park
Accessible community park in Snohomish County.
KidsQuest Children’s Museum
Accessibility and low-sensory opportunities in Bellevue.
Email: info@kidsquestmuseum.org
Hands On Children’s Museum
Sensory-friendly programs in Olympia.
Email: lpeterson@hocm.org
Puget Sound Estuarium
Marine education and community learning in Olympia.
Email: estuarium@pugetsoundestuarium.org
Yelm Cinemas
Local movie theater resource in Yelm.
Email: noaha@yelmcinemas.com
Nisqually Reach Nature Center
Nature education, community science, and outdoor learning opportunities.
Occupational & Speech Therapy
Therapy providers and programs supporting communication, development, and daily living skills.
Washington Elks Therapy Program for Children
Therapy support program for children in Washington.
Therapeutic Beginnings
Occupational and speech therapy services in Lacey and Olympia.
Loud and Clear Speech Therapy
Speech therapy provider in Olympia.
Email: cade@loudandclearspeech.com
Cornerstone Center for Development
Developmental support services in Centralia.
Email: info@cornerstonecfd.com
Mental Health Providers
Directories and local providers for adult and youth mental health support.
Neurodivergent Therapists
Directory of neurodivergent-affirming therapists in Washington.
Autism Therapists in Seattle
Psychology Today directory filtered for autism therapists in Seattle.
Psychology Today Washington
Therapist directory for Washington state.
Discover Psychology
Psychology services in Lacey, Washington.
Email: drsara@discoverpsychservices.com
Dr. Julia Barta
Youth mental health provider in Lacey.
Email: drbarta@jbpsychservices.com
Sound Space Collective
Trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming care.
Vocational Support
Employment and vocational support resources.
Morningside
Employment and community support services in Olympia.
Email: info@mside.org
Need Help Finding the Right Resource?
Our team may be able to help you think through tools, supports, and next steps. You are welcome to reach out or visit us in-store.
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Trusted resources to support individuals, families, and our community.
Autism Society of Washington
Washington Autism Alliance
The Arc of Washington
Autism Empowerment
South Sound Parent to Parent
Family Support Center
Family Education & Support
Seattle Children's Autism Center
Supplemental Security Income
DSHS Services
Nisqually Reach Nature Center
Sound Space Collective
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