Skagit County Parent to Parent

02/07/2026

💗 We are THREE WEEKS AWAY from our annual Skagit County Parent to Parent "Helping Parent Training." We'd LOVE to have more parents register to attend and learn more.

● Are you the parent/caregiver of a child with developmental disabilities or complex healthcare needs? Are you ready to help others COPE and GROW?●

💗 Our training will include:
● P2P Services & Helping Parent Role
● Grief Process
● Communication
● How to Support Another Parent
● Lunch and materials at no cost

💗 Please REGISTER by 2/24 at
https://2026SkagitP2PHPTraining.eventbrite.com/

NOTE: This training is for ADULTS ONLY. Childcare NOT provided.

Questions: Contact Skagit P2P at p2poffice@sparckids.org or 360.416.7570 x 2999

02/06/2026

🌿 New 6‑Week Emotion Regulation Group for Parents facilitated by Tahoma Northwest

Rooted & Resilient — beginning February 24th | 6 to 7 PM | Online

Parenting is incredibly meaningful…and incredibly hard. If you’re looking for a supportive space to build calm, strengthen connection, and grow your own emotional resilience, we invite you to join us for this free virtual group.

✨ What to Expect Each Week:
• Reflection prompts
• Skills worksheets
• Personal growth exercises
• Mindful parenting tools
• A welcoming, judgment‑free space to learn and connect

🗓 Tuesdays
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💻 Virtual on Microsoft Teams

👤 Presented by Tallon Hodges, who brings deep commitment to recovery‑oriented work, inclusiveness, and creating safe spaces where parents can grow and support one another.
📲 Register using the QR code on the flyer!
Or here! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/.../6ba95aa8-2922...
“We are challenged to change ourselves when we can no longer change a situation.” — Viktor E. Frankl
Join us and take the next step toward grounded, confident parenting. 💙

02/06/2026

👠👑👞🎩 Tomorrow night! Put on your dancing shoes and dance the night away at the Serenity Princess Ball 2026! 💃🕺

This is a FAMILY FRIENDLY event in loving memory of our buddy Serenity Thomas.

👑FREE tiaras and crowns for the first 100 people.
🔸Saturday, February 7, 2026 (6 to 9 PM)
🔸Anacortes Christian Church (1211 M Avenue)
🔸Entrance Fee: Pay-What-You-Can donation to the Serenity Thomas Scholarship Fund

Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/873840045336455

02/05/2026

💓 TOMORROW from 2 to 3 PM! Teacher Lory has really FUN activities planned.

It's a great way for our littles to burn off some energy INDOORS. Fun activities, toys, and equipment provided.

Facilitated by Skagit County Parent to Parent

Having trouble registering? Contact Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation directly at 360.336.6215

💓 ¡Mañana de 2 a 3 de la tarde! La maestra Lory tiene planeadas actividades realmente DIVERTIDAS.

Es una forma genial para que los más pequeños gasten energía. Habrá actividades divertidas, juguetes y todo el material necesario.

Facilitado por el programa de padres a padres del condado de Skagit.

Tiene problemas para registrarse? Comuníquese directamente con el Departamento de Parques y Recreación de Mount Vernon al 360.336.6215.

02/05/2026

Save the Date!

SAVE THE DATE! 2026 Virtual Community Summit

Washington State DSHS is thrilled to announce this a one-day virtual conference bringing together self-advocates, families, friends, partners, and allies to collaborate in building more inclusive communities. More information coming in 2026. Check back soon!

To stay up to date with information on speakers, schedules, and registration, please visit http://www.communitysummit.ws/

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02/05/2026

🫧🛝🎾Great visual!

Great visual! Here are brain break ideas to add to your list: https://www.theottoolbox.com/brain-breaks/

02/04/2026

🚽 Toileting Independence Across the Lifespan
📅 Thursday, February 5, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

PAVE - Partnerships for Action Voices for Empowerment is excited to welcome Juliette Pierce, MOT, OTR/L, founder of Community Pediatric Therapy, for an engaging and practical workshop focused on supportive strategies for improving toileting independence for all ages—from children through adults.

This session will explore:
✨ What toilet training really means
✨ The toileting developmental sequence
✨ Practical supports, real-life examples, and helpful resources
✨ Factors that can interfere with toileting independence
✨ How to keep the process positive and respectful
✨ The connection between toileting and sensory processing
✨ Menstrual hygiene supports and considerations

Whether you are a parent, caregiver, educator, or provider, this workshop will offer thoughtful guidance and tools you can use right away to support dignity, independence, and success in toileting.

👉 Registration details: tfaforms.com/5190015

02/04/2026

📢Calling all SIBLINGS (ages 8-14) who have a brother or sister with developmental disabilities or complex healthcare needs!

❄️You're invited to REGISTER and ATTEND our Skagit County Parent to Parent Winter Sibshops™ Illuminate! ❄️

Friday, February 20, 2026
4:30 to 7 PM
Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation Hillcrest Park Rec Room
1717 S 13th ST | MT Vernon

❄️We'll hang out with other SIBSHOPS™ siblings who get what it's like to have a brother or sister with a developmental disability or complex healthcare need. We'll play some AWESOME games, explore our ILLUMINATE there, and enjoy delicious food together.

❄️ REGISTER ASAP by using: https://SkagitP2PWinter2026Sibshops.eventbrite.com

QUESTIONS: Contact Skagit County Parent to Parent at p2poffice@sparckids.org or 360.416.7570 x 2999

02/03/2026

Tomorrow! 📲💻

Join us this Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. for Advocacy Days! The topic covered will include Protect Services that Support Families: How can we ensure families have the support they need to thrive?

Make your voice heard every Wednesday during the legislative session by joining The Arc of Washington State. Stay informed and speak out on policies and budget decisions that impact people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

Register now for this week and any week of Advocacy Days at this link: https://arcwa.org/advocacy/advocacy-days/

02/03/2026

💠"Special Needs Planning" with guest presenter Mary McDirmid, ChSNC, All Needs Planning

A virtual session for families with loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

📅Tuesday, February 10, 2026
⏰6:30 to 7:30 PM PST via Zoom Meetings

Register here for the Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4DW1RZiiSfO9iVwWAbEPGw

Objectives/Goals of Seminar:
🔹Address Immediate Needs
🔹Understand Planning Process
🔹Funding Strategy
🔹Costs of Care
🔹Legal Strategy
🔹Support Strategy
🔹Coordination of Public Benefit
🔹Care Planning
🔹Planning for the Whole Family

Hosted by Skagit County Parent to Parent

02/02/2026

🌸You're invited to join us for Skagit Preschool & Resource Center's garden party themed gala that checks all the boxes🌸

✔️ Elegant dinner and delicious drinks
✔️ Chance to dress to impress
✔️ Unforgettable memories
✔️ Opportunity to make an impact in your community

Ticket sales are now live for our annual fundraiser, we hope to see you there! https://sparc.ejoinme.org/2026AuctionTickets

02/02/2026

🟨 SAVE the DATE & PLAN to ATTEND! 🟨

Skagit County Developmental Disabilities Resource Fair for ALL Ages from early learning through adulthood! Stop by our Skagit County Parent to Parent table and pick up helpful information.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
2 to 6 PM
Mount Vernon Library Commons

Questions: Contact Jen Francis at 360.416.1520 or jfrancis@co.skagit.wa.us

Skagit County Public Health

🟨¡RESERVA LA FECHA Y PLANEA ASISTIR! 🟨

Feria de recursos para discapacidades del desarrollo del condado de Skagit para TODAS las edades, desde el aprendizaje temprano hasta la edad adulta. Pase por nuestra mesa de padres a padres del condado de Skagit y obtenga información útil.

Miércoles 25 de marzo de 2026
De 2 a 6 p. m.
Biblioteca de Mount Vernon Commons

Preguntas: Comuníquese con Jen Francis al 360.416.1520 o jfrancis@co.skagit.wa.us