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Washington State Community Connectors

Connecting families across Washington state to resources, training, and support.

Who We Are

We are a family-driven community of support for caregivers of children with a range of behavioral health needs, including mental health and substance use, as well as other disabilities and challenges within the educational and judicial systems and more. 

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About Us

We empower families by providing training on systems in Washington state, including system navigation, leadership skills, and advocacy. This helps create better access to local health, education, and judicial systems for their children and the family as a whole, connecting them to the resources and knowledge that will allow them to be better advocates for their own family members and the community.

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Thriving Thursday

Drop in any time! This Family/Peer meeting will feature:
Wellness topics, check in time with your community, and a dose of Joy to leave you ready for the rest of your day.

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Thriving Thursday

Drop in any time! This Family/Peer meeting will feature:
Wellness topics, check in time with your community, and a dose of Joy to leave you ready for the rest of your day.

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Advocacy/ Leadership Committee

Join one of our committees to support our work.

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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee

Join one of our committees to support our work.

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Thriving Thursday

Drop in any time! This Family/Peer meeting will feature:
Wellness topics, check in time with your community, and a dose of Joy to leave you ready for the rest of your day.

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Social Media and Marketing Committee

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SUD Family Navigator Training

This 16 hour training is for parents and family members of a person with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD). This is a Healthcare Authority (HCA) approved curriculum created to assist parents, caregivers and other family members in understanding SUD and providing helpful support to the individual they are supporting.

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Board Capacity and Advisory Committee

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SUD Family Navigator Training

This 16 hour training is for parents and family members of a person with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD). This is a Healthcare Authority (HCA) approved curriculum created to assist parents, caregivers and other family members in understanding SUD and providing helpful support to the individual they are supporting.

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Statewide Family Network Meetings (Committee & Work Groups)

The Community Connectors Statewide Family Network Work Groups/Committees meeting takes place every other month (February, April, June, August, October, December) on the 4th Wednesday at 5:30 PM.
This meeting provides an opportunity for updates and receive feedback on workgroup and committee work. We do Offer participation support for work group and committee members for their participation in this meeting.

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SUD Family Navigator Training

This 16 hour training is for parents and family members of a person with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD). This is a Healthcare Authority (HCA) approved curriculum created to assist parents, caregivers and other family members in understanding SUD and providing helpful support to the individual they are supporting.

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Thriving Thursday

Drop in any time! This Family/Peer meeting will feature:
Wellness topics, check in time with your community, and a dose of Joy to leave you ready for the rest of your day.

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Upcoming Events

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Thriving Thursday

Drop in any time! This Family/Peer meeting will feature:
Wellness topics, check in time with your community, and a dose of Joy to leave you ready for the rest of your day.

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School-based Behavioral Health & Suicide Prevention Subcommittee Meeting

The School-Based Behavioral Health & Suicide Prevention Subcommittee is convened by the WA Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) along with the WA Health Care Authority (HCA). Each year, the group advises the Children & Youth Behavioral Health Work Group on creating and maintaining an integrated system of care through a tiered support framework for preschool through twelfth grade school systems defined by OSPI and behavioral health care systems that can 1) rapidly identify students in need of care and effectively link these students to appropriate services, 2) provide age-appropriate education on behavioral health and other universal supports for social-emotional wellness for all students, and 3) improve both education and behavioral health outcomes for students.

The Subcommittee is currently made up of 34 members, including youth, family members, school district staff, school-based behavioral health providers, and staff from advocacy and technical support organizations. Meetings include presentations from community stakeholders on school-based behavioral health related topics and opportunities to discuss needs in the state system and are open to the public.

Meetings are bi-monthly (every other month) and take place on the first Friday of even-numbered months, from 9 am - noon.

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Thriving Thursday

Drop in any time! This Family/Peer meeting will feature:
Wellness topics, check in time with your community, and a dose of Joy to leave you ready for the rest of your day.

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Advocacy/ Leadership Committee

Join one of our committees to support our work.

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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee

Join one of our committees to support our work.

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Our
Programs

Please let WSCC know if you would like your organization’s information posted that supports Integrated Behavioral Health matters throughout Washington State.

Events

WSCC hosts 2 signature events every year The Children's Behavioral Health Summit (CBHS) and the Parent Training Weekend.

Training and Technical Assistance

WSCC offers a wide variety of training and Technical assistance.

WACBH Statewide Family Network

The goal of WACBHSFN is to enhance family voice at the local and state levels.

Our Community

WSCC is a diverse and inclusive community of Washington state parents, caregivers, and behavioral health professionals. While we come from all walks of life, we have something in common—a passion for advocacy and support of other caregivers to children with behavioral health challenges. We are committed to providing training, connection, and collaboration to Washington state families who are seeking family support as well as services and help for their children. Whether you’re interested in becoming a Community Connector or you need assistance connecting with services, we are so glad you’re here!

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