Guided Pathways - Support for Youth & Families

02/04/2026

A great opportunity to learn!

Join our Navigating IDD: Supported Decision-Making NEXT WEDNESDAY, the 11th from 7pm to 8:30pm via Zoom!
Supported Decision-Making (SDM) empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to make their own choices with the right support. Learn how SDM promotes independence, self-determination, and inclusion—while offering practical strategies for families, providers, and advocates.
To join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/96093292277?pwd=SzM0bWR4OGlmMVFrZHdxNjEvMDRNdz09
For questions or to request accommodations: JKim@arcofkingcounty.org

01/06/2026

ODMF’s 2026 Legislative Platform is here!
We’re urging bold state action to advance equity, safety, and access for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Washington.
Our top priorities:
Ending restraint and isolation in schools
Expanding language access statewide
Funding Cultural System Navigators
Protecting Medicaid‑funded disability services
Improving behavioral health access for diverse disability communities
Together, we’re pushing for a more inclusive, equitable Washington for all.

Click here to read our full platform: https://opendoorswa.org/open-doors-for-multicultural-families-releases-2026-legislative-platform-focused-on-disability-rights-safety-and-access/

01/02/2026

Early registration |Psychosis CARE 2026 virtual conference
Health Care Authority (HCA) is thrilled to announce early registration for the Psychosis CARE 2026 Virtual Conference. This free, virtual event will take place on April 28 and 29, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (PDT) each day.
Register between now and January 8 to provide input and help shape the content of the event.

LEARN MORE @ https://psychosis.care/

About this event
The Psychosis CARE virtual conference, now in its fourth year, invites a broad audience (school staff, PCPs, mental health therapists, SUD professionals, law enforcement, families, individuals with lived experience, etc.) to gather virtually to engage in Community Awareness, Resources, and Education as it relates to Psychosis.

REGISTER @ https://registration.socio.events/e/pc26

This annual event features breakout sessions led by speakers who are experts in the field of psychosis. Attendees can expect to learn more about early identification of psychosis, resources for supporting individuals experiencing symptoms of psychosis, resources for psychosis care available in Washington State, as well as opportunities to engage with other attendees.
Psychosis CARE represents a collaboration between the New Journeys network, Washington State Health Care Authority, the University of Washington SPIRIT Center, the Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, and EnRoute, with funding support from SAMHSA.

We’re excited to announce that the Psychosis CARE Virtual Conference is returning! APRIL 28 – 29, 2026 8:30am – 2:00pm EACH DAY | Pacific Time The Psychosis CARE Virtual Conference invites a broad audience (school staff, PCPs, mental health therapists, SUD professionals, law enforcement, famil...

12/29/2025

What a wonderful place!
If you have been there please share your experience.

We Rock the Spectrum owner Colin Hirsch is the Mirror’s Hometown Hero for December 2025.

12/16/2025

We are hosting World Changers Toys for Tots delivery this Saturday!
there are 2 times available:
1:00-3:00 and 6:00- 8:00 Saturday, December 20

Come on down with your kids to play some games and make some crafts.
If you are not signed up for Toy delivery we will have a limited supply of extra toys to give out.

12/10/2025

Thriving Thursday
10:30am-12:00pm
https://zoom.us/j/98219447848?pwd=ZMTnah295XSHRzjaY5EAFXpxAb8b7a.1

Drop in any time!

Thriving Thursday is a collaboration between Guided Pathways and Peer Kent.
This Family/Peer meeting will feature check-in time with your community, wellness topics, and a dose of joy to leave you ready for the rest of your day.

We meet every Thursday from 10:30- noon. You can drop by anytime; no worries if you can only stay for part of the meeting. We hope to see you there!

Meting ID: 982 1944 7848 Passcode: thriving

12/08/2025

We are excited to share this special performance series specially modified for children and groups with sensory needs. A very important part of our mission at SCT is to provide children of all ages access to world-class, professional theatre. Scroll down to learn more about how these show are modifi...

12/08/2025

A great learning opportunity.

This session will be on January 14th WEDNESDAY, not Saturday. I’m so sorry for the confusion!

12/06/2025

📢 Join Us December 11: Webinar on Kids Mental Health Washington - https://mailchi.mp/faece003fe35/partner-with-us-2025-school-based-mental-health-summit-sponsorship-opportunity-5860979

12/03/2025

HearMeWA Youth Advisory Group recruitment
The Attorney General’s Office is recruiting members for the HearMeWA Youth Advisory Group. The purpose of the HearMeWA Youth Advisory Group is to ensure that HearMeWA is and stays youth centered. Youth Advisory Group members provide meaningful input to the decision-making process to the Attorney General’s Office’s Youth Program team when it comes to HearMeWA's outreach and engagement and program feedback. Youth Advisory Group members will be compensated for their time and effort.

For more information, visit the HearMeWA website:
https://hearmewa.org/youth-young-adults/youth-advisory-group/ or please contact the HearMeWA team: youthprogram@atg.wa.gov

Read the full opportunity announcement on The Athena Forum.
https://theathenaforum.org/headlines/announcements/2025/hearmewa-youth-advisory-group-recruitment

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12/01/2025

FROM HCA

A public health approach to su***de prevention in Washington
Join us on December 10 for a free virtual webinar, A public health approach to su***de prevention in Washington. Learn how statewide su***de prevention strategies can be implemented in your community.

Washington state recently published the updated 2025 Washington State Su***de Prevention Plan. Forefront faculty advisor and UW clinical assistant professor Jeffrey Sung, MD, and Washington State Department of Health experts Kirstin McFarland, MPA, and Jarrett Brunny, PhD, MPH, will highlight key strategies, priorities for action, and ways communities can get involved.

During this session, you will:

Understand the guiding principles of injury and violence prevention
Learn how clinical and public health partners apply upstream solutions to su***de
Explore Washington’s population-level su***de data and trends over time
Discover resources, tools, and opportunities to support prevention efforts statewide
Webinar details:

Date/time: Wednesday, December 10 | Noon to 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
CEUs available: Approved for 1 CEU by NASW Washington ( #1975-473)
Once you register, you will receive an email with the Zoom link before the event begins.

Register today
A public health approach to su***de prevention in Washington
Join us on December 10 for a free virtual webinar, A public health approach to su***de prevention in Washington. Learn how statewide su***de prevention strategies can be implemented in your community.

Washington state recently published the updated 2025 Washington State Su***de Prevention Plan. Forefront faculty advisor and UW clinical assistant professor Jeffrey Sung, MD, and Washington State Department of Health experts Kirstin McFarland, MPA, and Jarrett Brunny, PhD, MPH, will highlight key strategies, priorities for action, and ways communities can get involved.

During this session, you will:

Understand the guiding principles of injury and violence prevention
Learn how clinical and public health partners apply upstream solutions to su***de
Explore Washington’s population-level su***de data and trends over time
Discover resources, tools, and opportunities to support prevention efforts statewide
Webinar details:

Date/time: Wednesday, December 10 | Noon to 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
CEUs available: Approved for 1 CEU by NASW Washington ( #1975-473)
Once you register, you will receive an email with the Zoom link before the event begins.

Register today
A public health approach to su***de prevention in Washington
Join us on December 10 for a free virtual webinar, A public health approach to su***de prevention in Washington. Learn how statewide su***de prevention strategies can be implemented in your community.

Washington state recently published the updated 2025 Washington State Su***de Prevention Plan. Forefront faculty advisor and UW clinical assistant professor Jeffrey Sung, MD, and Washington State Department of Health experts Kirstin McFarland, MPA, and Jarrett Brunny, PhD, MPH, will highlight key strategies, priorities for action, and ways communities can get involved.

During this session, you will:

Understand the guiding principles of injury and violence prevention
Learn how clinical and public health partners apply upstream solutions to su***de
Explore Washington’s population-level su***de data and trends over time
Discover resources, tools, and opportunities to support prevention efforts statewide
Webinar details:

Date/time: Wednesday, December 10 | Noon to 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free
CEUs available: Approved for 1 CEU by NASW Washington ( #1975-473)
Once you register, you will receive an email with the Zoom link before the event begins.

Register today
https://bit.ly/3Xwer23
This webinar is produced by Forefront Su***de Prevention and supported by the Washington State Department of Health. We encourage community partners, providers, advocates, and anyone interested in su***de prevention to attend and share widely.
This webinar is produced by Forefront Su***de Prevention and supported by the Washington State Department of Health. We encourage community partners, providers, advocates, and anyone interested in su***de prevention to attend and share widely.
This webinar is produced by Forefront Su***de Prevention and supported by the Washington State Department of Health. We encourage community partners, providers, advocates, and anyone interested in su***de prevention to attend and share widely.

Join us to learn how key su***de prevention strategies and priorities for action can be applied in your community.