PEACE NW is a free service to help individuals and families with children who experience intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

UPCOMING EVENT: FAMILY SUPPORT CONFERENCE | NOV 15, 2024 |

UPCOMING EVENT: FAMILY SUPPORT CONFERENCE | NOV 15, 2024 |

Join us at the Family Support Conference

Caring for a loved one with a disability? You are not alone. Join us to connect with disability professionals who can guide you through available support for you and your family.

Be uplifted by inspiring speakers and meet other families who share your journey. Together, we can find strength and hope.

November 15th, 2024
4202 South Regal Street,
Spokane WA 99223

  • 9:00-9:45  
    Attendee Check In / Resource Fair

    9:45 
    Welcome
    Emcee:  Katherine Titus, Wise   

    10:00-11:00
    Parent Panel

    11:00-11:45
    Resource Fair

    11:45-12:00
    Pick up lunch / return to table

    12:00-1:00
    Keynote Address: Georgina Lynch, WSU Autism & Neurodiversity program
    - Importance of Self Care

    1:00-2:00        
    Resource Fair

    2:00-3:00
    Keynote Address

    Mary McDirmid, All Needs Planning

    3:00-3:30
    Networking / Event Ends

What We Do

We serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. Our mission is to support people in achieving greater independence and inclusion in their communities.

We offer guidance in areas like education, housing, and employment, and work closely with schools, government agencies, and nonprofits to ensure they have access to the resources they need to thrive.

Through our services, we advocate for a more inclusive society where people with I/DD can live fulfilling lives.

Our Services

  • System Navigation

  • Planning and development – home life, work and community

  • School to Work preparation, planning and development

  • Leadership Development for families

  • Intervention, education and enlightenment regarding the current service delivery system

  • Leading, commenting on and building improvements in communication between the essential individual parties, agencies and providers involved in the service delivery process

  • Fostering a process of supporting parents, families and grassroots groups in improving inclusive and natural support in their communities

Our Services

Advocacy

PEACE NW works with families to connect to appropriate services and support for people with disabilities. An important aspect of this work is through advocacy.

Legislative Action

At PEACE NW, we encourage families to be knowledgeable about the rights of those they are close to with developmental disabilities. And in turn, help them to become strong self-advocates.

H.O.M.E

Providing support for individuals with disabilities to find and maintain quality, affordable housing.

Parent 2 Parent (P2P)

Outreach and services for families regarding resource navigation, support, trainings, referrals and more.

Peace NW Podcast

The Peace NW podcast offers resources and insights for individuals with disabilities. Hosted by experts, it covers community inclusion, mental health, and supportive environments. We aim to empower listeners with practical advice and inspiring stories. Listen now.

Contact us

info@peacenw.org
(360) 823-2247

Physical Address: 9414 NE Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98662

Mailing Address: PO Box 8920681 Vancouver, WA 98682