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Parent training and information (pti) center (funded through a grant from the us department of education since 1981) provides training, information, resources, and technical assistance to help parents, caregivers, youth, and professionals understand and advocate for individuals with disabilities birth through age 26 in Washington state. Pti continues collaborative efforts with systems partners to address barriers, improve communications, and increase access to education and and related services.

Pierce county parent to parent (p2p) (funded by pierce county human services and the arc of wa/state p2p) provides emotional support and information on community resources for parents who have a child with a disability or chronic health need.

Inclusionary practices professional (ipp) development project in coordination with ospi and other statewide professional development partners, design and deliver training and support to parents and families of students with disabilities ages 6-21 in Washington state, and outcomes (e.g., graduation and post-school).

Family to family health information center (f2fhic) (funded by the department of health and human services since 2005) helps families of children, youth, and young adults through age 25 with special health care needs (cyshcn), and the professionals who serve them, to find resources around care and support.

Lifespan respite wa (lrw) (funded by dshs) is a statewide program that offers support in the form of a voucher(financial award)for unpaid caregiverswho supporta family member, friend, or neighbor who has a special need or condition.

Stomp (specialized training of military parents) program funded by the department of army) to provide virtual and in-seat (person) workshops on parents rights special education & healthcare services to military families and professionals at military installations in the u.s. and worldwide.

Other programs include START NOW, Percon Centered Planning and Family Youth Systems Partners Round table.