Links and Resources

These websites and resources contain a wealth of helpful, relevant, up-to-date information about employment and other topics for people with disabilities or other barriers to employment.

	Arc of King County
	This nonprofit organization serves children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families in the Greater Puget Sound area. Access detailed descriptions of their services, programs and projects as well as links to additional resources.
	Department of Community and Human Services, Developmental Disabilities Division (KCDDD)
	The King County Developmental Disabilities Division assists people with developmental disabilities and their families with child development, family resource coordination, employment services, community access opportunities, and community support programs.
	Disability Rights Washington
	Disability Rights Washington (DRW) is a private nonprofit organization that protects the rights of people with disabilities statewide.
	Food Worker Card Online
	Before you begin a food service job in Seattle you must have a food worker card. Take the food worker class and test online at your convenience.
	Great Hires Video
	Meet Seattle employers who employ this valuable and often over-looked labor pool—individuals with disabilities. Appearing in the video are respected business leaders Howard Schultz, Chair of Starbucks, Pat Hagen, COO of Children's Hospital, Bret Stewart, President of CenterTwist Inc., and King County Executive Ron Sims. They outline why it makes good business sense for them to employ people with disabilities. You'll also meet Starbucks employee and Mainstay client, Courtney B.
	Guide to Employment by King County
	An employment resource guide for people with disabilities, their families and advocates. Includes an overview of supported employment, your rights as a participant, and what you can do if you are not satisfied with any part of your experience with Mainstay.
	King County Parent Coalition/Arc of King County
	The King County Parent Coalition is a group of concerned parents, guardians, and family members who have come together to take action for family members who have developmental disabilities. New members are always welcome. The site offers contact information, a schedule of meetings, and extensive resource links.
	Self-Advocates in Leadership SAIL
	Self-Advocates in Leadership (SAIL) is a statewide coalition in Washington State of people with developmental disabilities. SAIL Coalition strives to shape public policies that affect the lives of people with developmental disabilities.
	Social Security Administration
	Information about social security benefits from U.S. Social Security Administration.
	Washington State Division of Developmental Disabilities
	Assistance for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families with a range of services. Extensive resource information.
	Washington State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
	The Washington State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offers employment services to people with disabilities. Their website provides information about what types of services are available, how to sign-up, where the closest office is, and how to use their system.

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