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Our mission is to improve the quality of life, increase the independence and assure the full inclusion in the community of all persons with developmental disabilities.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to recognize the value and contributions of wo...
10/21/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to recognize the value and contributions of workers with disabilities.

The 2026 theme is “Celebrating Value and Talent.”

Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month!

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to recognize the value and contributions of workers with disabilities. The 2026 theme is “Celebrating Value and Talent.”

Want to turn awareness into action? The Administration on Disabilities Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center and NACDD have created an NDEAM Action Checklist with practical steps to advance competitive, integrated employment for people with disabilities in your community.

Find the checklist here:https://aoddisabilityemploymenttacenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/DETAC_NDEAM_Action_Checklist_Final.pdf

Washington State is gathering input to help shape the future of developmental disability services and supports in Washin...
10/20/2026

Washington State is gathering input to help shape the future of developmental disability services and supports in Washington.

Take a short survey to share what is working, what needs to improve, and what matters most to you. Your input can help inform the future of services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

A Path Forward: Share Your Input!

Washington State is gathering input to help shape the future of developmental disability services and supports in Washington.

Take a short survey to share what is working, what needs to improve, and what matters most to you. Your input can help inform the future of services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The survey is open through October 30, 2026.

To learn more about A Path Forward and to take the survey visit https://www.dshs.wa.gov/disability-services-and-support/developmental-disabilities-services/path-forward

10/15/2026

Students with disabilities have protections under federal disability laws, whether or not they have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan. Bullying that interferes with a student’s access to education may raise concerns about the student’s right to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).
Read more by visiting: https://wapave.org/bullying-at-school-resources-and-the-rights-of-students-with-special-needs/



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10/12/2026

Today, we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day and honor the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples, past and present. Here in Whatcom County, we acknowledge the Lummi Nation and Nooksack Indian Tribe and celebrate the Indigenous communities who continue to enrich our region.

10/06/2026

Quick Connect Virtual Clinics 504s, IEP, & School Support Services
October 6 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm PDT
Join us for a 60-minute virtual clinic with PAVE team member

Choose your path:
Stay in the main room for general Q&A
Or

Enter a private 1:1 breakout with a PAVE team member
1:1 sessions last 15 minutes
Need more time? Schedule a follow-up with the same PAVE team member!
Register in advance!

https://www.tfaforms.com/5196255

For more info, visit: www.wapave.org

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2602 McLeod Road
Bellingham, WA
98225

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 1pm
Tuesday 10am - 1pm
Wednesday 10am - 1pm
Thursday 10am - 1pm

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+13607150170

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