Welcome to The Journey
A news magazine created to connect, inform & inspire
Volume 2 / Issue 4, 2023

Welcome to the Journey - September 2023

Making change in our lives often means making changes in ourselves, as well as, our ways of thinking and interacting with the world. To make this possible, we depend on the wisdom and empathy of others -- from friends, from people working in the field of housing for adults with IDD, and from innovators who help us manifest the changes we want to see.

In this issue ...

We share some good news about new projects to build more accessible housing in Washington State, talk about what to expect during your Benefits and Housing Review consult, and share our next webinar for families. We also feature an article from a mom on her son's mad knife skills, introduce you to an incredible theme park built specifically for people with IDD, and provide an update on new programming at Special Olympics Washington. You'll read about a financial wellness course, learn about the new Chrysler Calm Cabin to make road time easier, and read the amazing story about Andrew and his best friend Frightful in this issue's book review. As always, we hope you find some encouragement, some food for thought, and some inspiration.

Sep 01, 2023

Thanks to a generous grant from the Dan Thompson Memorial Fund, contracted through the Developmental Disabilities Administration, Partners4Housing is offering a FREE Benefits and Housing Review.

Housing for those with IDD
Self advocates and families learning about Benefits and Housing Review
Man and woman participating in webinar
Beyond Gold
Sep 01, 2023
Carol Pearson
Partners4Housing

Michael Roush, Director, Center for Disability-Inclusive Community Development, National Disability Institute, believes that the journey to financial wellness is worth taking for everyone. His organization offers many free resources on financial resiliency and empowerment to those with IDD.

Calm Cabin kit
Gordon Hartman and his daughter Morgan
Sep 01, 2023
Carol Pearson
Partners4Housing

Sometimes a book comes along that grabs you and won’t let go. This one will take you by the hand – laughing, crying and learning – from the first page right straight through to the stunning end. 

The Chicken Who Saved Us Book Cover
Sep 01, 2023
Kristin Jarvis Adams
Andrew's mom

A young man with a dream to work in a professional kitchen is given the chance he needs … thanks to a chef who asked him the right questions. It’s a perfect example of an important tactic when communicating with people of any ability.

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