Contact:
Megan Edmonds
Human Services Specialist II
DDInfo@snoco.org
425-388-7320
23rd Annual Snohomish County Transition Resource Fair
Cascade High School Cafeteria, 801 E. Casino Road, Everett, WA 98203
4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
EVERETT, Wash., March 24th, 2020 – Young people living with disabilities can learn more about options for landing jobs, finding their own homes and connecting with their communities at a March 24, 2020 event in Everett.
Now in its 23rd year, the Snohomish County Transition Resource Fair is an opportunity for self-advocates and their families to access the people and tools available to help each individual pursue their employment and career goals. The free event welcomes people with disabilities (ages 12 and older), their families, caregivers, teachers, and other interested community members.
Over 50 agencies will provide information on employment, advocacy, assistive technology, housing, transportation, guardianship, Social Security, leadership opportunities, trusts, and more. The resource tables will be available from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free workshops will run from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. You do not need to preregister.
Workshop opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Future Planning Options
- School to Work
- Preparing for Transition
- Employment Support
- Where do you want to go? Finding a Ride in Snohomish County
- Developmental Disability Administration Services
- Overview of Housing
- Guardianship and Alternatives
- Overview of Social Security
This event is sponsored by the Snohomish County Transition Network and Everett Public Schools. If you have any questions, please contact Megan Edmonds of Snohomish County Developmental Disabilities at DDInfo@snoco.org or by calling 425-388-7320.
The Snohomish County Human Services Department helps all persons meet their basic needs and develop their potential by providing timely, effective human services and building community. Snohomish County Developmental Disabilities fosters inclusive communities that support people with developmental disabilities to fully participate and contribute to all aspects of community life.