We were joined by special guest Larry Deal, executive director of Independence Northwest. Independence NW is a local brokerage that services individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities over age 18. Independence NW provides case management, resource and referral, advocacy, daily living supports, skills training, supported employment, home modification, and much more!

Larry has a wealth of knowledge with over 20 years of experience providing services to the developmental disability community. Brokerage services are a vital piece to a support plan for an adult experiencing disability. With a lot of changes in the disability community over the past 2 years including funding (stimulus bills, etc.), services, supports, programs, employment, and housing, this is a must see Q&A session!

Webinar Q&A Discussion Topics:

-Impact of COVID on the disability community

-Tips and Tricks on finding a PSW during a pandemic

-How to best leverage your personal agent or service coordinator as a resource

-Brokerage versus County DD services - What’s the difference, how do I choose?

-Trends in the disability community-

-What does the future look like? -Important legislative updates

-Biggest housing shortage in 2 decades? How to plan now.

-And more!