Join us October 24, 2024 for a special event. SafeInHome and Inclusive Technology will giving presentations, along with our very own Alyssa Midgley, on how to use DDA services. Event Title : Preparing Your Family Member for Their Future Location : Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church, 36017 SE Fish Hatchery Road, Fall City Time : 6 to 8 PM Event Details : Vendor Presentations SafeInHome (Peggy Disalle) – Learn how to use your DDA waiver services to add technology supports to improve safety for your family member in their home and out in the community. Inclusive Technology (Ruth Batcha) – Learn about quarterly classes that are available for your family member with intellectual and developmental disabilities to attend. See how you can use your DDA respite hours to attend. Life Enrichment Options Presentation (Alyssa Midgley) – Learn about the different components to prepare your family for life beyond the family home. Review Checklist DDA Services Needed Setting up Benefits Housing Options Learning new skills View the PDF by clicking below. Details on how to sign up coming soon! Stay tuned.

Saturday, September 21, 10am-12:30pm. Snoqualmie Update 9/18/2024 - Unfortunately, due to a low number of registrations, this event has been cancelled. Douglas Ave near the Snoqualmie Police Station and Safeway. Look for signs at the Parkway/Douglas intersection. Map link The Gravity Cars allow those with developmental disabilities to experience the thrill of riding a soap box derby-type race car while piloted by a trained volunteer. Driver volunteer 10 years old or older. Volunteers will be trained in the morning of the event. Register today https://www.eventbrite.com/e/challenge-race-driver-snoqualmie-tickets-929276159007 Co-Driver Person with Disability. No taller than 5'2'' and under 130 pounds. Register today https://www.eventbrite.com/e/challenge-race-co-driver-participant-with-disability-snoqualmie-tickets-929281494967

Thursday Night Hangouts - August 2024 Edition The Karaoke Themed Thursday Night Hangout is live on Eventbrite! It is the last one we have scheduled for 2024. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thursday-night-hangout-august-15-tickets-900615002717 See you all at The Garage on August 15, 2024 at 6:30 PM! What is Thursday Night Hangouts?  It's an opportunity for the community we serve to get together and spend some quality time playing games, singing, dancing or whatever we want to do. Tonight's theme will be karaoke! Looking forward to seeing everyone.

Staff & Volunteers Care Providers Care providers are the cornerstone of LEO. They manage our homes for adults with developmental disabilities, ensuring a safe, supportive, and enriching environment. Their dedication and compassion empower our residents to lead fulfilling lives with dignity and independence. We are deeply grateful for their unwavering commitment and the positive impact they make every day. Chona Gascon Rose Finnegan House Claire Mmbone Nancy Whitaker House Evelyn Galasso Angela Dews House Mary Njuguna Ann Dennis House Pam Stefansky Mike Ernst House Staff Our staff expertly manage and organize programs, maintain our homes, coordinate fundraising efforts, plan events, and handle essential administrative tasks. Their dedication and hard work ensure that we can continuously support and enrich the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. We are proud of our team's unwavering commitment and the invaluable contributions they make every day. Molly Simpson Program Director Jin Lee Business Operations Board Members LEO board members are dedicated volunteers who provide leadership and guidance. They make the decisions that shape our organization, including purchasing or building new homes and hiring staff and care providers. Their strategic vision and commitment ensure that LEO continues to grow and effectively support individuals with developmental disabilities. We deeply appreciate their expertise and the significant impact they make on our community. Mike Ernst President Becky Kitz Vice President Kiwina Wijaya Treasurer Janet Rumer Secretary Francis Cheung Tech Advisor Karl Pauly Housing Committee Member Jim Wright Marketing & Public Relations Laura Maloney Past President and current Executive Board Member Jiff Searing Past President and current Housing Committee Member Jonathan Clark Advocacy / Housing & Development Angie Holmstrom Community Outreach / Housing & Development Linda Lentgis Events & Outreach Past Board Members Linda Lentgis Events & Outreach Rose Finnegan LEO Founder (1937-2018) Leo Finnegan Past President Jane Searing Board Advisor Angela Dews LEO Founder, LEO Board Emeritus Nancy Whitaker LEO Board Emeritus Ann Dennis ​ Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Life Enrichment Options Creating Homes and Enriching Lives for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Aug 23 CANCELLED Challenge Race 2024 Saturday, September 21, 10am-12:30pm. Snoqualmie Update 9/18/2024 - Unfortunately, due to a low number of registrations, this event has... 155 views Aug 8 The Last Thursday Night Hangout of Summer Thursday Night Hangouts - August 2024 Edition The Karaoke Themed Thursday Night Hangout is live on Eventbrite! It is the last one we have... 26 views Get Involved Jim Wright with care providers at LEO Summer Picnic Events & Updates Four smiling adults with disabilities wearing leis Photos A collage of many LEO photos Life Enrichment Options (LEO) is a community based non-profit organization that works to enrich the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve their life vision and goals through supportive housing , recreation , employment opportunities, and community education . We are active in the Issaquah and Snoqualmie School Districts. You Can Make A Difference Donate Today Join Our Cause Welcome to the LEO Organization, where caring supporters and dedicated volunteers come together to empower individuals with Developmental Disabilities. Join us in making a difference! Volunteer at LEO events, assist with event coordination, or join a LEO Committee. Your support is essential for us to achieve our mission. Contact us below. If you need language assistance, let us know. We provide interpreters and translated materials upon request. Thank you for considering joining our cause! Contact Us First name Last name Email Write a message SUBMIT Thanks for your interest. We'll get back to you soon. Keep Up to Date Subscribe to LEO newsletters and events Email SIGN UP Thanks for your interest!

Employment Creating connection through the workplace Employment Advocacy and Support Advocacy for employment was the foundation of the LEO organization. The "founding mothers" identified a significant gap in employment services and job coaching for individuals with developmental disabilities. Over time, this need has been addressed by various private and non-profit organizations through employment vendors. ​ Today, we encourage families to collaborate with the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and existing employment vendors to access these essential services. ​ We also urge families and friends to support individuals with developmental disabilities by engaging in community activities such as volunteering at Salmon Days , participating in community cleanup days , or joining the Aktion Club supported by AtWork! and the Kiwanis Club of Issaquah. LEO proudly recognizes businesses in our community that go above and beyond in hiring people with disabilities. These employers are committed to: Adapting hiring procedures Offering flexible job descriptions Allowing on-site employment specialists for job coaching Providing a supportive network for employees Actively recruiting individuals with disabilities​ Your support and involvement help create a more inclusive and empowered community for everyone. Employers We've Recognized Albertsons, Eastgate Adventure Bowl AMC, Factoria Applebees, Renton Arena Sports AtWork! Bellevue Community College Burger King, Issaquah City of Issaquah Costco Headquarters Costco Warehouse, Issaquah Earth Pet Eastridge Christian Assembly Encompass Eurest Dining Services Evergreen Ford Fairwood Golf and Country Club Fischer Meats Foryu Furnishings Fred Meyer, Issaquah Gilman Auto Body Girl Scouts of Western Washington Hilton Garden Inn Home Depot, Issaquah Home Goods, Issaquah Issaquah Brew Pub Issaquah Kiwanis Issaquah Nursing and Rehabilitation Issaquah Press Issaquah Salmon Hatchery Issaquah School District Jubilee Farms Kids Country Day Care, Issaquah KinderCare, W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy Lakeside Montessori Lowe’s, Issaquah Matthews Thriftway McDonalds, Gilman Meadowbrook Urgent Care Clinic Michael’s Toyota of Bellevue Microsoft Mt. Si Sports and Fitness NAES (formerly North American Energy Service) National Etching North Bend Theater Old Country Buffet, Factoria Panera Bread PCC Natural Markets Pediatric Associates Petco, Issaquah PetSmart, Issaquah Pine Lake Club Pioneer Coffee Roasting Company Pitney Bowes Services Providence Marianwood QFC, Gilman Blvd, Pine Lake, Klahanie, Newcastle Red Robin, Bellevue Square Regal Cinemas, Issaquah Ridge Fitness, Snoqualmie Rite Aid, Factoria River Dog Round Table Pizza, Issaquah Safeway, Issaquah, North Bend, Sammamish, Renton Highlands San Mar Snoqualmie Casino Snoqualmie Falls Golf Course Snoqualmie Police Department Snoqualmie Valley YMCA Squak Mountain Greenhouse and Nursery Starbucks, Gilman, E. Lake Sammamish, Pine Lake, Klahanie Village, Renton Highlands Swedish Medical Center Issaquah Swedish, Pine Lake Clinic Target, Issaquah Tavon Center The Golf Club at Newcastle The Grange Supply The Rotary Club of Issaquah Trader Joe’s, Issaquah True Martial Arts Tutta Bella, Issaquah Twedes Cafe University House, Issaquah US Archives Walgreens, Issaquah, Bellevue Whole Foods, Bellevue WildFin, Issaquah, Renton York Building Services, Bellevue Zeek’s Pizza, Issaquah Highlands Learn About Our Other Initiatives Housing family home with large veranda Education adult with disabilities using a computer at a desk, a thoughtful expression on his face Recreation Two sets of gravity cars with excited children in them.