Parents worry WA developmental disabilities program is about to get axed

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: July 27, 2026

Words: 824

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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Parents of children with developmental disabilities fear the unexpected and potentially imminent elimination of a Washington state support program they’ve come to depend on.

As the state deals with budget troubles, Washington officials say the Parent to Parent program’s future isn’t guaranteed past August.

Parent to Parent provides support and resources for families of children with autism and other developmental disabilities. The program’s name comes from its pairing of newer parents with more experienced …

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