What is the Parent Coalition?
Advocating within a network:
Helping parents and families become effective advocates in support of their
loved one’s best interests and other collective concerns of families
Family connection:
Raising a loved one with developmental disabilities can feel isolating!
Connection with other families can be a source of understanding, strength, validation and empowerment.
Assists families:
A county-sponsored organization designed to bring resources and an informed network of contacts to families
Who should belong:
Families and individuals who have loved ones of any age with developmental disabilities
Step-by-step education:
Provides an array of presentations, workshops and materials including contact information and referrals
You're not alone
Parent 2 Parent Monthly Support Group
Supporting each other during difficult times and helping one another find solutions. Grandparents welcome!
Meet the Wednesday of each month
From 11 am—12:00 pm The Arc of Tri-Cities, 1455 Fowler Richland, WA 99352
Connecting Families
Educational events for families, community members and those caring for our loved
ones with IDD. Topics ensure families always have access to the latest information and resources
Meetings are held locally in collaboration with community partners
For more info contact De Anna at: Parent.Coalition@co.benton.wa.us
Parent Coalition Luncheons
This is where the magic happens! If you're facing issues, it's likely other families are
as well. Join this collaborative advocacy luncheon, and together we'll break issues
into manageable chunks and devise action plans for needed change. Sponsored by Columbia Ability Alliance.
Second Thurs. of each month
11:30 am Round Table Pizza, 1435 George WA Way, Richland
Look for us in the back of the restaurant.
Parent 2 Parent Monthly Support Group
Supporting each other during difficult times and helping one another find solutions. Grandparents welcome!
Meet the Wednesday of each month
From 11 am—12:00 pm The Arc of Tri-Cities, 1455 Fowler Richland, WA 99352
Connecting Families
Educational events for families, community members and those caring for our loved
ones with IDD. Topics ensure families always have access to the latest information and resources
Meetings are held locally in collaboration with community partners
For more info contact De Anna at: Parent.Coalition@co.benton.wa.us
Parent Coalition Luncheons
This is where the magic happens! If you're facing issues, it's likely other families are
as well. Join this collaborative advocacy luncheon, and together we'll break issues
into manageable chunks and devise action plans for needed change. Sponsored by Columbia Ability Alliance.
Second Thurs. of each month
11:30 am Round Table Pizza, 1435 George WA Way, Richland
Look for us in the back of the restaurant.