October 7 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm PDT

Get answers fast! Join our 90-minute clinics with PAVE team member to explore IEPs, 504s, and school support services. 

Here’s how it works: 

Start with a 15-minute overview of special education rights & services. 

Stay for open Q&A or enter a private 1:1 breakout session with a PAVE team member. 

Sessions last 15 minutes. Need more? We’ll help you schedule a follow-up! 

2025–2026 Quick Connect Dates 

1st Tuesdays | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm PT 
Oct. 7 • Nov. 4 • Dec. 2 • Jan. 6 • Feb. 3 • Mar. 3 • Apr. 7 

2nd Saturdays | 11:00 am – 12:30 pm PT 
Oct. 11 • Nov. 8 • Dec. 13 • Jan. 10 • Feb. 14 • Mar. 14 • Apr. 11 

Reserve your spot today!  

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September 2 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm PDT

REGISTER – Connect with military-connected parents in a welcoming space to share support through deployments, school transitions, IEP/504 plans, medical care, and daily challenges.

What We Do:

The support group provides information about available resources, services, and programs that cater to the needs of military-connected families raising children with disabilities, including educational supports, therapy options, medical services, and assistive technologies.

Inclusive and Welcoming Environment: Safe space where all military-connected parents of children with disabilities feel valued.

Peer Connection and Encouragement: Share stories, offer support, and build relationships with those who understand your journey.

Information Sharing: Tips and resources on deployments, school transitions, IEP/504 plans, medical care, and community supports.

REGISTER

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September 4 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PDT

REGISTER

The P2P Lunch-n-Learn is a dedicated time for parents, caregivers, and providers to access presentations and training from PAVE programs and local Pierce County service providers. Presentation/training topics will vary based on the expressed needs of families in the local community. This group takes place during lunchtime, allowing parents to learn while enjoying a meal in a relaxed and informal setting. Each session might have a specific theme or topic of discussion. Themes could range from handling tantrums and promoting positive behavior to managing screen time, fostering resilience, and supporting learning at home. REGISTER

This group supports:

Trainings: The trainings are designed to be interactive and engaging. Participants have opportunities to ask questions, participate in discussions, and share their own experiences.

Inclusive Environment: The training sessions are inclusive and welcoming, catering to parents with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Advocacy Support: The group may provide guidance on how to advocate for their child within the school system, healthcare system, or when dealing with government agencies.

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September 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am PDT

REGISTER Open to parents and caregivers seeking support to navigate the various emotions and life adjustments of raising a child, youth, and adult with a disability. We can help connect families to Pierce County community resources, fosters relationships with other parents and build a support network for parents feeling isolated.

This group supports:

Open Discussions: During the meetings, parents engage in open and honest discussions about various aspects of parenting children with disabilities. Topics might include navigating the healthcare system, accessing educational resources, managing daily routines, promoting social interactions, and self-care for parents.

Shared Experiences: Parents share their personal experiences, challenges, and strategies they have found effective in raising children with disabilities.

Cultural and Language Sensitivity: Efforts are made to ensure that the group is culturally sensitive and inclusive, respecting the diverse backgrounds and needs of all participants. REGISTER

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December 6 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am PST

REGISTER Open to parents and caregivers seeking support to navigate the various emotions and life adjustments of raising a child with a disability. We can help connect families to Pierce County community resources, foster relationships with other parents and build a support network for parents feeling isolated.

This group supports:

Open Discussions: During the meetings, parents engage in open and honest discussions about various aspects of parenting children with disabilities. Topics might include navigating the healthcare system, accessing educational resources, managing daily routines, promoting social interactions, and self-care for parents.

Shared Experiences: Parents share their personal experiences, challenges, and strategies they have found effective in raising children with disabilities.

Cultural and Language Sensitivity: Efforts are made to ensure that the group is culturally sensitive and inclusive, respecting the diverse backgrounds and needs of all participants. REGISTER

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