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Visit Communication For Life | Speech & Hearing Sciences to learn more and to fill out an application. This program is being put on by the University of Washington Speech and Hearing Clinic. Intake assessments  July August We'll work with you to determine if our program is a good fit for your needs. Sessions Designed for young adults with developmental disabilities 9-month program runs from October to June 90-minute classes meet once a week: ​In-person on Wednesdays at 3:30pm

Get these events and other news directly in your inbox by signing up for our email list! 2025 Spring Events All in for Autism 5K Walk / Run - Downtown Bellevue Park April 27, 2025 - Sunday - 8:30 AM This is not LEO affiliated, but a great family friendly event! Proceeds from the event will go to support Roots2Wings. 10% discount with code Roots2Wings10 Roots2Wings Family Group - Online Session May 8, 2025 - Thursday - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Housing and Living Independently - Learn about the many opportunities for the neurodiverse community to connect, engage and thrive. Guest Speakers (including our very own Alyssa Midgley) will share valuable information on a variety of topics. Click here to view the flyer. You can also visit their website by clicking here . Snoqualmie Challenge Race Snoqualmie Challenge Race May 31, 2025 - Saturday - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM  The Gravity Cars allow those with intellectual & developmental disabilities (and those enrolled in the ECEAP program) to experience the thrill of racing down the hill piloted by a trained volunteer who is 10 years old or older. This event is hosted by Rotary Club of Snoqualmie & Life Enrichment Options. Visit here for more information about this race. Fenders on Front Street in Issaquah Fenders on Front Street - Issaquah June 15, 2025 - Sunday - 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM The Downtown Issaquah Association (DIA) is pleased to announce the 18th Annual  Fenders on Front Street  Classic Car Show Sunday, June 15, 2025. This Father’s Day, hundreds of classic and vintage car owners from across the state will proudly show their vehicles along Front Street in historic downtown Issaquah. LEO is the beneficiary of this event! Stop by and show your support!

We're trying to make it a little easier for families of those with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities. It's still a work in progress, but here are some new pages to help you start your search. Resources | LEO - This page explains the various popular housing models in the State of Washington. Checklist | LEO - This page has a quick list of things to take into consideration when starting the planning process. References | LEO - Click here for a list of references and links to help you along your journey. Thank you

Rose Finnegan < Back Rose Finnegan LEO Founder (1937-2018) Rose Finnegan (1937 – 2018) Resided in Issaquah BSN Carroll College in Helena, Montana Parent of five children, one with developmental disabilities Retired nursing supervisor Co-Founder of Life Enrichment Options Organization (LEO) in 9/1988 Member of LEO Board of Directors for 30 years 35 Years of Challenge Day races in Cities across Washington State 40 Years of Advocating for those with Developmental Disabilities Participant in nearly every LEO Event or Work Project for Decades Guiding Light in the Creation of LEO Adult Family Homes The first LEO Adult Family Home (AFH) is named “The Rose Finnegan House” Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Leo Finnegan < Back Leo Finnegan Past President Resides in Issaquah BS in Mechanical Engineering, Gonzaga Univ. MS in Mechanical Engineering, Univ. of Notre Dame Parent of five children, one with developmental disabilities Retired from Puget Sound Energy –Director of the Power Plant Engineering & Construction Department Founder of the Challenge Series Races in 1980 Special Olympic coach – basketball (35 years) & softball (27 years) Chair of King County Board for Developmental Disabilities Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Nancy Whitaker < Back Nancy Whitaker LEO Board Emeritus Resides in Snoqualmie Valley BA in Sociology from Seattle University Parent of four children, one with developmental disabilities Retired Executive Director of Encompass Northwest Member of the Snoqualmie Valley Rotary Club LEO Board member from 6/1996 to 2/2018 The fourth LEO Adult Family Home (AFH) is named “The Nancy Whitaker House” Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved