South Sound
Parent to Parent
South Sound Parent to Parent is The Connection for
families of children and adults with special needs
we serve families living in Thurston and Mason County
1012 Homann Drive SE  ~  Lacey, WA  98503
Phone:  (360) 352-1126     Toll free:  (877) 352-1126     Fax:  (360) 352-0761
South Sound Parent to Parent is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) agency.  We are a United Way Community
Impact Partner, eligible to receive Donor Direct funds in the annual United Way campaign.  
Designated code 176033 for the Combined Fund Drive.  Thank you for supporting our mission.
Down Syndrome Buddy Walk ~ October 2008
Parent to Parent Picnic ~ Summer of 2007
Parent to Parent Picnic ~ Summer of 2008
Pumpkin Patch ~ October 2008
Upcoming Events & Current News
Parent to Parent Picnic ~ Summer of 2008
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South Sound Parent to Parent can offer you:
  • Local lead agency for early intervention services in Thurston County (birth to three)
  • Emotional support for parents of children with a chronic illness and/or special needs
  • Information and referral to community resources
  • Support groups and workshops
  • Social and recreational events
  • Book, toy and equipment loan program
  • Current information on transition, employment services and residential living
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Play Group ~
3rd Friday of each month @ Parent to Parent from 9:30 - 11:00 am
If you have a child with a hearing loss and would like to connect with other parents who also have a child with hearing loss, this is the group
for you.  We are small and informal, but hoping to grow as we reach out and meet others.  We invite Deaf adults and their kids (when they
can come), so we have great sign language role models to help us with our own signing.  It doesn't matter if you sign or not.  The purpose is
to meet, share, play, and have a good time!  Feel free to bring toys, books, or snacks for your child, or to share.  Also, bring a blanket for
floor time if you have an infant.  Please contact Susan Bakke with questions:  bandicoot@wingsspan.com/(206) 393-7627
Sibshops and the Teen & Young Adult Groups will NO longer be meeting...please
see the Resource page for resources
FREE Summer Gardening Programs ~ WSU Master Gardeners
WSU Master Gardener volunteers teach children gardening and environmental science education through fun and creative
activities.  Activities are designed to promote a love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the environment, and cultivate
the mind.  The bounty raised from the garden will be donated to the Thurston County Food Bank and flowers give to local
nursing homes.  Parents or guardians must accompany children at all times during the program.  
Please click here for a program
schedule.
Sensory Processing Disorder Educational Events
South Sound Parent to Parent's Annual Summer Picnic
Saturday, August 14th @ Rainier Vista Park
Calling all families..please join us for some fun in the sun at our annual picnic in the park!

There will be plenty of games and great times in the tumble bus We can’t wait to see everyone!
Lunch will be provided (gluten free options too).

Date ~ August 14th, 2010
Time ~ 11:30 am ~ 2:00 pm
Location ~ Rainier Vista Park
                      5475 45th Avenue SE
                  Lacey, WA  98503
      (corner of 45th and Ruddell Road)          
The park is wheelchair accessible
FYI ~ Two upcoming sensory processing disorder educational events...learn more about effective tools and activities for creating
sensory diets for children and adolescents with SI/SPD.

                                                            
Please click here to view the flier for these events
Who: The Justice Riders
What: Open House and Barbeque
When: Sunday, August 15th from 11:30-2pm
Where: 15617 Alpinwood Pl. SE Olalla, WA
Why: To see how exciting 4-H can be for your children.

Please call Vickie at (253) 857-0555 with any questions.  This event is wheelchair accessible.  We look forward to meeting you.
Special Needs 4-H Group Open House/BBQ