Working within our mission of enhancing community for individuals of all abilities, PEACE NW offers training and workshops requested by our members. Whether partnering with other agencies/individuals or standing alone, PEACE NW provides training ranging from navigating the Special Education system to establishing financial security for individuals with I/DD. We focus on learning and support, striving to provide tools which make the lives of individuals, families, friends and service providers fuller and rewarding. When you participate in training at PEACE NW, you build a community of support and understanding, networking with individuals of similar experiences. Trainings are open to families, individuals, and professionals. Some of the trainings we offer include the following:
- Plan Now to Save for Later: ABLE, Special Needs Trusts, and
- Financial Planning for Individuals and Caregivers
- Special Education Survival: From Emotions to Advocacy; Rights and Responsibilities
- Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Self-Care for Caregivers of Individuals with I/DD
- IEP Parent Partner: Training for IEP Volunteers
- Dating Skills: A Series for Individuals with I/DD
- All Behavior is Communication: Training for Reading Non-Verbal Signs
- Transition Training Series
- Building a Whole Life
- Leadership development (Partners in Policy Making)
- Building Block Basics
If you would like more information, suggest a training topic, or work with PEACE NW on a training, please contact Hattie at hatties@peacenw.org or (360) 823-2247