Programs
Coaching & Personal Development
Non-clinical coaching that helps individuals and families set goals, build life skills, strengthen communication and self-advocacy, and move forward with confidence through life's transitions.
F.E.A.S.T – Youth & Family Program
(Family Engagement & Applied Skills Training - this is the the F.E.A.S.T)
Slate Family Services is a Washington-based, for-profit provider of non-clinical, skills-based services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focused on fostering independence, daily living skills, and meaningful community involvement through individualized support.
First Responders Training Opportunities
S.L.A.T.E. Family Services offers non-clinical educational workshops for first responders who interact with people with autism and other intellectual or developmental disabilities. Topics may include respectful communication, disability awareness, recognizing individual needs, reducing unnecessary escalation, and connecting people with appropriate resources. Training is educational and does not replace agency protocols, professional certification, clinical instruction, or emergency-response requirements.
Human Services Providers
Our non-clinical professional education helps educators, social-service staff, case managers, and community partners strengthen respectful communication, person-centered interactions, practical de-escalation awareness, and collaboration with individuals and families. Workshops are customized to the audience and do not provide clinical certification or replace employer policies, required credentials, or licensed professional training.
Why These Services Matter
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families often face significant gaps in support, including long waitlists, limited preventive services, fragmented systems, and a lack of accessible, skills-based education. These challenges can leave families feeling overwhelmed and individuals without the tools they need to thrive independently and confidently within their communities.
Bridging the Gaps
Our programs exist to bridge these gaps.
By prioritizing early education, prevention, skill development, and community inclusion, we help individuals build practical abilities that support independence, self-advocacy, and long-term success. When skills are taught in ways that honor each person’s learning style and strengths, it may help individuals feel better prepared to navigate daily life, relationships, school, work, and community settings.
Which Program Is Right for My Family?
S.L.A.T.E. Family Services includes DDA-contracted Alternative Living services for eligible adults and separate non-clinical family, youth, and community programs. The Alternative Living contract is held by Slate Family Services and is effective October 1, 2026. Availability, age requirements, individual eligibility, funding, and required authorizations vary by program.
Alternative Living (AL) Program – Adults 18+
S.L.A.T.E. Family Services is contracted with the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) to provide Alternative Living services, effective October 1, 2026. Alternative Living supports eligible adults age 18 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building practical skills, independence, and community participation. Services require DDA eligibility, an individual service authorization, and confirmation that Slate can accept the referral. Contact us to ask about current availability and the referral process.
E.N.G.A.G.E. Community Enrichment Events
Encouraging Natural Growth, Access, Group Inclusion & Enrichment
E.N.G.A.G.E. Community Enrichment Events is a community-based program of S.L.A.T.E. Family Services designed to promote social connection, inclusion, and meaningful participation for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.
F.E.A.S.T.–Youth Program
F.E.A.S.T.–Youth is a S.L.A.T.E. Family Services program supporting youth ages 5–18 with life and functional skills in home and community settings.
F.E.A.S.T.–Family Program
Strengthening Families
Families benefit from access to education, advocacy, and guidance that empowers them to make informed decisions and create supportive environments at home and beyond. When families are strengthened, communities are strengthened as well.
A Non-Clinical, Skills-Based Approach
Our model is intentionally non-clinical and skills-based, designed to allow us to serve individuals across the lifespan while complementing—rather than replacing—medical or therapeutic services. This approach aims to promote accessibility, help reduce barriers... and support sustainable growth for individuals and families alike.
Responsible, Dual-Structure Support
By operating through both a service-focused organization and a charitable foundation, we are able to respond to diverse needs responsibly—providing direct supports, educational programming, and inclusive community opportunities while maintaining transparency, accountability, and appropriate use of resources.
Our Impact
Ultimately, these services are about more than programs—they are about dignity, opportunity, and belonging. When individuals are supported with the right tools and families are empowered with knowledge and resources, it can help communities become stronger, more inclusive, and better equipped for the future.