September Events 

It's Back to School Time here in Washington State!! Back to School means so much to parents with children who have developmental disabilities. Remember, it takes a team and community to help make this transition smooth. As a parent, don't hesitate to lean on your team and advocate for your children, who often need special accommodations to make this school year successful! Remember to leave space and room for the transition. Our children with developmental disabilities often have sensory issues, different routines that affect food times and preferences, changing sleep schedules, and health issues. It will take time to get back into the routine of school and find your rhythm as a family.

On Saturday September 6, 2025 from 12pm -8pm , Black Night Market is hosting their 2nd Annual Soulfull Festival located at 917 S Broadway Tacoma WA 98405 between 9th & 11th st. There is free parking, a afternoon/evening full of entertainment and lots of vendors. We will be attending as a vender and selling our homemade African items like stuffed animals', reusable bags, aprons and potholders, baskets and hanging hot plates/placemats and some other smaller items. The moms from Uganda take time to help make these items so and in return we help get their children diagnosed and  help them with transportation to much need evidence based services. 

We will be Vending at Auburn Mall from 10a to 4pm. Come visit us and check out our African made items and chat with us about what we are doing this year. We will be bringing awareness for children with developmental disabilities and would love to partner with you. 

Let's take some time to honor and acknowledge Grandparents for Grandparents Day. They do so much for us and many families the grandparents have an active roll in helping with care for their grand children with developmental disabilities. take some time to call, send a hand made card or have a meal with your grandparents. 

Let's Celebrate International Sign Language Day. Many of the children who have intellectual disabilities have a hard time communicating. Sign Language can be an alternative way for them to communicate with their family members, care team, and community. There are many people who use sign language, and it is a critical way for them to be a part of the community. Let's take some time to learn some sign language today!