Karl Pauly < Back Karl Pauly Housing Committee Member BaSC Civil Engineering, University of Waterloo Arrived in Issaquah via transfer from Toronto in 1993 Retired construction executive after 30 years in the commercial construction industry Active in local events Enjoy all outdoor activities, particularly biking, sailing and skiing LEO Housing Committee Member Member of the Advocacy Committee Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference! Get Involved

Get Involved You can make a difference LEO welcomes supporters to volunteer at events or join a committee (Housing, Events, Fundraising, Finance). Let us know how you’d like to help by calling, emailing, or using the form below . LEO Committees Our committees play a crucial role in planning activities and events, including: Educational presentations The Annual Salmon Days and Festival at Mt. Si parades Fenders on Front Street The Challenge Race Series Annual Picnic Committees also make recommendations to the LEO Board, ensuring we stay connected to the community's needs. Challenge Series Races Held in July, August, or September in partnership with Rotary Clubs, these gravity car races offer a fun day for participants and their families across the state, from Oak Harbor to Snoqualmie. Volunteer Roles Assist at race events Recommend responsible students (between 4’8” and 5’2” tall and up to 130 pounds) to be gravity race car drivers Identify individuals with cognitive or physical disabilities who would enjoy being co-drivers Sponsorship Opportunities Promote your company or product by sponsoring our race cars. Your name will be displayed on our cars, providing a unique way to advertise in your community. Donate Make a one-time or recurring donation through our website. Donate Get In Touch Let us know how you'd like to help First name Last name Email Write a message SUBMIT Thanks for submitting!

Events No events at the moment Past Events 2025 Annual LEO Picnic Aug 11, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Confluence Park Issaquah, 595 Rainier Blvd N, Issaquah, WA 98027, USA Details Snoqualmie Challenge Race 2025 - Co-Driver May 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Near Safeway, SE Douglas St, Snoqualmie, WA 98065, USA Hosted by the Rotary Club of Snoqualmie Valley! CO-DRIVER: Person with Disability or enrolled in ECEAP. No taller than 5'2'' and under 130 pounds. The Gravity Cars allow those with developmental disabilities to experience the thrill of riding a gravity car race car. Details Snoqualmie Challenge Race 2025 - Driver May 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Near Safeway, SE Douglas St, Snoqualmie, WA 98065, USA Hosted by the Rotary Club of Snoqualmie Valley! 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 who is 10 years old or older. Details 2024 Award Recipients – LEO Caring Community Awards May 21, 2024, 7:00 PM Issaquah, Issaquah, WA, USA A celebration of the 44th annual Community Awards in Issaquah Details Keep Up to Date Subscribe to LEO newsletters and learn about upcoming events Email SIGN UP Thanks for your interest!

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Recreation Creating inclusive community activities Recreation Programs LEO offers and supports various recreational programs and events, both directly and in partnership with local organizations. We collaborate with the Issaquah Community Center and Si View Community Center in North Bend to develop classes and outings, and we partially fund a bowling program to include more participants. Additionally, we partner with Waypoint Pediatrics to present the Experience Fitness Project, a fun and fitness-filled day at Issaquah High School’s stadium. Events & Updates Challenge Race Series Each summer, LEO teams up with local Rotary Clubs to sponsor the Challenge Race Series in various Washington cities. This program allows individuals with mental and physical disabilities to experience the thrill of riding in gravity-propelled cars, each paired with a trained volunteer driver. The races are free and help us fulfill our mission by engaging children with developmental disabilities and their families. LEO is always exploring new opportunities to expand our recreational offerings. 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 Employment Smiling man with disabilities sweeping an outside pathway

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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

Help Make a Difference Donate or Volunteer Today! LEO could not happen without you . Everything we do comes from your donations . Join our vision of creating fulfilling lives for people with disabilities today. Interested in volunteering? Get Involved LEO is a non-profit corporation . With every donation you will receive a receipt of your donation for tax deductions as well as our heartfelt thanks. UBI - #601-199-914 Federal ID (EIN) - #91-1458330 State Charities Program - #9040 For verification of this registration, call the Washington State Charites Hotline at 1-800-332-GIVE or go online and visit the Washington Secretary of State’s Charities Website . To view our most recent IRS Form 990, search EIN: 91-1458330 on the IRS Exempt Organization Search . Make a donation You can make an impact. Each contribution makes a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and our community as a whole. There are also other ways to donate down below. Frequency One time One time Monthly Monthly Amount $10 $10 $25 $25 $50 $50 $100 $100 $250 $250 $500 $500 Other Other 0/100 How did you hear about us? Does your company match donations? Anyone you'd like to honor? Anything else you'd like for us to know? Donate $25 Other Ways to Donate Mail a check or money order to: Life Enrichment Options P. O. Box 117, Issaquah WA 98027 Venmo us at @Life-Enrichment Designate LEO when giving to: United Way Washington State Combined Fund PayPal us at info@lifeenrichmentoptions.org Earn as you shop or search . Some retailers donate a percentage of the purchase price to the nonprofit that you select at no cost to you. See these programs: Fred Meyer Community Rewards Adopt LEO as your cause , then shop using GoodShop or search using GoodSearch . Consider donating to LEO in your will . Call or email us to have a talk. Donate your used vehicle , regardless of condition, by calling 1-855-527-2232. Interested in volunteering? Get Involved

Resources and Links What do you need to put in place to be ready for the future for your family member with intellectual and developmental disabilities? Quick References & Links DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ADMINISTRATION (DDA): Call and request an eligibility packet: (800) 788-2053 Download an eligibility packet: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/dda/consumers-and-families/eligibility DDA Waivers service info sheets: Individual and Family Support: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/documents/22-1758.pdf Basic Plus: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/documents/22-1754.pdf Children’s Intensive In-Home Behavior Support: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/documents/22-1755.pdf Core: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/documents/22-1756.pdf Community Protection: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/documents/22-1757.pdf HOME AND COMMUNITY SERVICES (HCS): (for those not DDA eligible) https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/long-term-care-services-information SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION: 1-800-772-1213 Apply for Benefits: https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/disability/ LEGAL: The Arc of King County Resource Guide: https://arcofkingcounty.org/resource-guide/legal/overview.html SECTION 8: Housing Access and Services Program (HASP) Contact your DDA case manager King County Housing Authority https://www.kcha.org/ Donate Make a one-time or recurring donation through our website. Donate Get In Touch Let us know how you'd like to help First name Last name Email Write a message SUBMIT Thanks for submitting!

What We Do Housing, Recreation, Community Education and Advocacy for the DD community Life Enrichment Options (LEO ) is a community based non-profit organization active in Issaquah , Snoqualmie Valley , and Rural East King County and supports individuals with developmental disabilities through: Housing Recreation Community Education Advocacy Housing Learn about LEO’s housing initiatives that provide safe, supportive, and family-style homes for individuals with developmental disabilities. About Housing Recreation Learn about LEO's inclusive recreational programs, including our popular gravity car races. About Recreation Community Education Explore LEO’s initiatives in community education, providing essential resources and knowledge to empower individuals and their families. About Education Advocacy Discover how LEO advocates for employment opportunities and supports individuals in finding meaningful work. About Advocacy Ready to Help? Learn how you can make a difference. Get Involved

Our Homes Adult Family Homes for people with Developmental Disabilities The Adult Family Home (AFH) model is a home in a typical neighborhood where five or six individuals with disabilities can live as independently as possible in a family-like atmosphere with their live-in care provider. Thanks to the many generous donations, five AFHs now exist—four in Issaquah and one in the Snoqualmie Valley. Learn More Mike Ernst House Care Provider: Pam Stefansky Located in the West Issaquah Highlands, the Mike House is our first home built in partnership with Taylor Morrison home builders. Opened 2022 Nancy Whitaker House Care Provider: Claire Mmbone We opened the Nancy Whitaker House in 2020 in the Snoqualmie Valley. It's the first house opened outside of Issaquah. See the photos taken during construction . Opened 2020 Angela Dews House Care Provider: Evelyn Galasso We again teamed up with Polygon Homes (after successfully building the Rose House) to build the Angela Home, this time in the Issaquah Highlands community. Opened 2012 Ann Dennis House Care Provider: Mary Njuguna The Ann House is located in a beautiful park-like setting right along the border of Issaquah and Sammamish. Opened 2006 Rose Finnegan House Care Provider: Chona Gascon Located in the Olde Town neighborhood of Issaquah, the Rose House was LEO's first home and was named after one of our founders, Rose Finnegan. It continues to set a great example of how to operate an Adult Family Home, not just in the LEO organization, but in the community as well. Opened 2003 Life Enrichment Options and Adult Family Homes (AFH) Life Enrichment Options (LEO) owns and maintains Adult Family Homes (AFH) in Issaquah and the Snoqualmie Valley, providing supportive, family-style housing for adults with developmental disabilities. We are committed to expanding our housing options and ensuring a high standard of care. What Are AFHs? AFHs are unique homes in typical neighborhoods, designed to offer a family-like atmosphere where five or six individuals with disabilities live as independently as possible with their live-in Care Provider (CP) . These homes are licensed and regulated by the State of Washington, with each home accommodating up to six adults and a full-time CP. Note that Adult Family Homes are sometimes confused with “Shared Living Homes” or “Supported Living Homes”, or the generic term “Group Homes”. Both the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services , and the Arc of King County are great resources for more information. Care Providers Our Care Providers are independent contractors vetted by LEO and licensed by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) through the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA). They operate their own business from the home and receive Medicaid reimbursement for providing personal care. LEO leases the homes to the CPs at below-market rates, covering some utilities, maintenance, and insurance. While CPs manage their businesses independently, they adhere to LEO’s standards of care and lease agreements. Self-Sustaining Model Thanks to generous donations and prudent financial management, each home is debt-free and self-sustaining . This model ensures that residents receive comprehensive care, housing, and social interaction under one roof. Residency Application If you are interested in applying for residency, please reach out to us directly to do an initial screening. When a vacancy occurs, the Care Provider reviews applications, conducts interviews, and ensures compatibility among residents. New residents can engage in community integration and participate in employment or day programs if possible. To help you prepare for your child’s transition to independent living, you can download LEO’s “Guidelines for Educating Your Child Toward Independent Living.” Care Provider Opportunities To apply as a Care Provider, please send a cover letter and resume to info@lifeenrichmentoptions.org . Learn About Our Other Initiatives Recreation Two sets of gravity cars with excited children in them. Education A thoughtful-looking man looking a computer screen. Employment Man smiling with a broom as he sweeps leaves

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