General Disability Resources

  • Achieve a Better Life Experience (ABLE)

    ABLE Savings accounts allow people with disabilities to save money without losing financial eligibility for public benefits and services. 

  • Community Services Office (CSO)

    Connects people to some of the services provided by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). 877-501-2233

  • DD Endowment Trust Fund

    A public-private special needs (supplemental) trust for individuals with developmental disabilities.  888-754-8798, Ext. 1; 360-705-9514

  • Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS)

    Lead state agency that administers social and health programs, such as: Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), Aging and Long Term Support Administration (ALTSA), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Behavioral Health Administration, and the Office of Dead and Hard of Hearing. 

  • Dept. of Children, Youth & Family Services

    Oversees programs that provide safe and healthy early care and education opportunities for all children. Programs include: Early Support for Infants and Toddlers, Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program, and Head Start.  866-482-4325

  • Social Security Administration (SSA)

    Determines eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) as well as other federal benefit programs for seniors and persons with disabilities. 800-772-1213 | (TTY) 800-325-0778

  • University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD)

    Within the University of Washington Center on Human Development and Disability, UCEDD provides technical assistance, outreach, clinical services, training, and information in support of individuals with developmental disabilities. 

  • WA Connection

    Find and apply for a variety of services and assistance online.

  • WA State Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC)

    Information, policy advocacy, and projects to foster better service provision for children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families.  800-634-4473

  • WA State Healthcare Authority (HCA)

    Oversees the state's Apple Health (formerly Medicaid) and prescription drug assistance program.
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Healthy Living

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Legal Advocacy and Resources

  • Disability Rights WA

    Local services for disability rights violations, general information about legal rights, community education, and training. 

  • NW Justice Project

    Civil legal assistance and representation to low-income people in situations affecting basic human needs, such as family safety and security, housing preservation, protection of income, access to healthcare, education, and other basic needs.  888-201-1014

  • Office of Developmental Disabilities Ombuds

    informing the legislature to ensure safe, quality DD services. Focused on complaints of abuse or neglect. 833-727-8900

  • Washington Lawhelp

    Provides information about legal issues and where to find legal help for low-income individuals.
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Advocacy and Family Support

  • Arc of WA State

    Advocates for quality services to meet the needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Local chapters provide support, information, and referral. 888-754-8798

  • Autistic Self Advocacy Network

    Disability rights organization run by and for autistic adults.

  • Brain Injury Alliance of WA

    Information and referral for people with a brain injury and their loved ones.  877-982-4292

  • Child Care Action Council

    The Child Care Action Council can help families find childcare. They also host Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Groups in Grays Harbor County. 360-786-8907 x100 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Down Syndrome Community of Puget Sound

    Support and information for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families. 

  • Easterseals Washington

    Training, information, and direct services.

  • Epilepsy Foundation Northwest

    Programs and services for people with Epilepsy in the northwest.  800-332-1000

  • Fragile X Foundation NW

    Outreach and support for individuals and families living with Fragile X. 

  • GH Parent to Parent FB Group

    The Arc of Grays Harbor offers a closed Grays Harbor Parent to Parent Facebook Group where you can find information and support. 

  • Informing Families

    Up to date information about issues, services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Features blogs by parents, an extensive video library, news bulletins, and social media information sharing. 

  • Nami Washington

    Advocacy, information, and support for individuals living with mental illness and their families. 206-783-4288

  • Parent to Parent

    Helping Parents (matching parents in one-to-one relationships with trained, experienced parents based on similar diagnoses and family issues), information and referral, -workshops, trainings, support. 800-821-5927  

  • People First of WA

    Statewide self-advocacy organization run by and for individuals with developmental and other disabilities.  800-758-1123

  • Self Advocates in Leadership (SAIL)

    A coalition of people with developmental disabilities shaping public policy.  888-754-8798, ext. 102

  • Special Olympics WA

    Year-round sports training and athletic competition. 206-362-4949

  • WA Autism Alliance and Advocacy

    Helping individuals and families improve access to health insurance benefits, effective services in schools, and supportive community-based services, regardless of their personal financial situation. 425-894-7231

  • WA State Father's Network

    Support for fathers and families of children with special needs. Chapters throughout the state. 425-653-4286

  • WA State Hands & Voices

    Dedicated to supporting families with children who are deaf, deaf-blind, or hard of hearing. 425-268-7087

  • Withinreach/Parent Help 123

    A family-friendly clearinghouse, connecting families to resources, benefits, and services. 
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Daily Life

  • Department of Services for the Blind (DSB)

    Serves children, youth, and adults who are blind or have low vision. 

  • Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)

    Home and community-based services for children and adults with developmental disabilities, such as personal care, respite, supported living, and supported employment. For more information about the Grays Harbor office click HERE.   (360) 537-4360

  • Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

    Services for persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-bling, or hearing with a speech disability. 800-422-7930

  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

    A cash benefit program to help with daily living expenses (food, shelter, and clothing). 800-772-1213 | TTY 800-325-0778

  • Washington Access Fund

    Low-interest loans for any type of assistive technology device or service, as well as vehicle and home modifications. 877-428-5116 | TTY 888-494-4778

  • Washington Assistive Technology Act Program

    WATAP is part of the University of Washington Center for Technology & Disability Studies. Providing Assistive Technology resources and expertise to all Washingtonians with disabilities to aid in making decisions and obtaining the technology and related services needed for employment, education and independent living.We offer information to family members, employers, employment service providers, educators, health care providers, social service providers and others seeking assistive technology services. 800-214-8731

  • Washington State Independent Living Centers

    Non-residential, private, non-profit, consumer-controlled, community-based organizations providing services and advocacy by and for persons with all types of disabilities. (800) 624-4105
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Education

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Community Living

  • Coastal Community Action Program (CCAP)

    CCAP provides home care services, supported employment, transportation, community services, housing and energy assistance, health and nutrition, and more in Grays Harbor. (360) 533-5100

  • Harbor Alternate Living Association

    Harbor Alternative Living Association- supported living services in Grays HarborPhone: 360-538-1374

  • Homechoice Program

    Down payment assistance for low-to-moderate income individuals (or families that include individuals with disabilities) seeking to own a home. 

  • Housing and Community Living

    Learn more about housing and community living options for people with IDD in Washington State. 

  • Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

    Rental assistance to low-income individuals. Contact your local Public Housing Authority to apply for a Section 8 Housing Voucher. 

  • Low Income Energy Assistance Programs in Grays Harbor

    Energy assistance options for low income, elderly, and disabled people in Grays Harbor County. 

  • The Hows of Housing

    In this first of a three-part series, Alexa Atkins shares the process she went through in planning to move into her own apartment. The coordination of services and housing needs is important in developing a successful living arrangement.
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