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Accessibility/disability

Bill removing driver’s license requirement for employment signed into law

A bipartisan bill expanding job opportunities for people with disabilities was signed into law Tuesday. Senate Bill 5501, sponsored by Sen. Derek Stanford (D-Bothell), prohibits employers from requiring a driver’s…

County public works ADA advisory committee looking for new members

Snohomish County Public Works is seeking new members for its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Public Right-of-Way Advisory Committee. The committee provides feedback and recommendations to the county about ADA…

Washington to fix accessibility violations at its state parks

Deb Hodge and James Evans arrived at an accessible campsite at Paradise Point State Park in southwest Washington last May and quickly noticed something was off. The site was very…

Nominate employers who recruit, hire and promote workers with disabilities

To spotlight the important role disability plays in workforce diversity, the Washington State Governor’s Committee on Disability Issues & Employment (GCDE) is opening nominations for the 32nd annual Governor’s Employer…

Want to advocate for residents living in long-term care homes? State ombudsman program seeks volunteers

The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is an independent organization that advocates for the rights of residents living in long-term care homes. The program relies on trained volunteers who…

Museum of Special Art Nature in Bloom exhibition at Edmonds Waterfront Center through July 2

The Museum of Special Art (MOSA) is presenting the Nature in Bloom exhibition through July 2 at the Edmonds Waterfront Center, 220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds. This exhibit provides an in-depth…

Reminder: Transition Resource Fair for those with developmental disabilities March 26

The Snohomish County 2024 Transition Resource Fair will run from 4-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 26 at Cascade High School in Everett. This is a free community event that welcomes individuals…

With agreement, Providence Swedish signifies commitment to communication access for deaf patients

Providence Swedish and nonprofit law firm Disability Rights Advocates on Friday announced an agreement that signifies Providence Swedish’s strong commitment to ensuring deaf patients’ access to health care services at…

Sound Transit pilots digital wayfinding tool for riders, including those with vision or mobility challenges

The GoodMaps app, which uses light detection and ranging (LiDAR) mapping technology to create highly accurate 3D maps of large public spaces’ interiors, is now available for the Westlake and…

The latest state push to fund housing for those with disabilities

Last year, lawmakers set aside the most money in state history for housing for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. But the $25 million only addressed a portion of the…

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Edmonds School District hosting events Jan. 11 and 24 to connect with special education families

Edmonds School District families with a child who receives special education services are invited to attend two district events in January, both at the district office, 20420 68th Ave. W.,…

Parents of special education students invited to join ESD advisory council

Are you a parent or guardian of a student who receives special education services in the Edmonds School District? The Edmonds School District invites you to join the district’s Special…

Into a caregiving void: Family members fill crucial role providing long-term care

Carol Colin didn’t ever think she would be a caregiver for her 68-year-old brother with disabilities and her 100-year old mother.  But almost three years ago, her mother, who was…

Washington State to release Small Business Guide in Braille

The Washington State Governor’s Office for Regulatory Innovation & Assistance (ORIA) is releasing its Small Business Guide (SBG) in Braille — the first of its kind providing information specific to…

State fire marshal’s office: Fire safety for people with disabilities

A report published by the National Fire Protection Association in 2022 estimated that physical disabilities was a factor in an average of 460 home fire deaths in the years 2015-2019,…

Submit your nominations to honor employers who hire and retain workers with disabilities

To spotlight the important role disability plays in workforce diversity, the Washington State Governor’s Committee on Disability Issues & Employment (GCDE) is accepting nominations for the 31st Annual Governor’s Employer…

Transition Resource Fair for those with developmental disabilities and their families March 21

Snohomish County is hosting its 23rd annual Transition Resource Fair Tuesday, March 21, from 4-8:30 p.m. at Cascade High School, 801 E. Casino Road, Everett. Organized by the Snohomish County Developmental…

Students with disabilities invited to apply for Youth Leadership Forum

High school students with disabilities can apply to the 21st annual Washington State Youth Leadership Forum to learn leadership, citizenship and personal skills. About 30 students will attend this free overnight…

Edmonds College receives renewal of $200K grant for expanding program that services students with disabilities

Edmonds College received a $200,000 renewal of a grant that will help fund the college’s Pursuit Lab, which provides college access and services that include job-readiness training for students aged…

WSDOT unveils updated Statewide Human Services Transportation Plan

Four years in the making, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has published its updated Human Services Transportation Plan. The report is the handiwork of subject matter experts, transportation…

Disability Rights Washington challenges people to go for a week without driving

Could you get around for a week without driving a car? From Sept. 19-25, Disability Rights Washington is sponsoring a Week Without Driving, where people voluntary agree to get around without…

Snohomish County Public Works advisory committee on ADA issues seeks new members  

Snohomish County Public Works is looking for new members for its Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Advisory Committee. The committee provides feedback for ADA compliance of pedestrian facilities in the…

Edmonds man helps push through state bill requiring closed-captions in public spaces

It isn’t easy to get a Washington State Senate bill passed, but that’s just what Dean Olson of Edmonds did. Senate Bill 5027 — requiring closed-captions on televisions in all…

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