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

Mark your calendar! The King County Resource Fair will take place Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 9 AM until 3 PM at Microsoft. All the details are available here - Resource Fair - King County, Washington , including a Workshop Schedule and a list of organizations and agencies that will be in attendance. LEO will be one of those in attendance! So please stop by our table to say hello. Important additional information; When: Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 9 AM to 3 PM Where: Microsoft Campus - Mixer Commons Building at 15255 NE 40th, St, Redmond WA 98052 Registration Link: Registration is required! Register at Eventbrite . Cost: Free to attend, and parking is free as well.

A New Chapter Begins: Meet LEO’s Executive Director Alyssa Midgley We’re excited to share an important leadership update from Life Enrichment Options (LEO). As of April 1, 2025, Alyssa Midgley has been appointed Executive Director of LEO! Alyssa first joined LEO nearly a year ago, and from day one, her dedication and insight have made a lasting impression. Her strong leadership and deep commitment to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) make her the right person to guide LEO into our next chapter. This transition marks a significant milestone for LEO. With Alyssa at the helm, we are evolving from a hands-on volunteer board to a professionally managed organization—supported by a committed governance board. This shift is a key step in ensuring LEO’s long-term sustainability and in growing our impact in the community. Alyssa brings both personal and professional experience to this role. As a former Adult Family Home care provider and nonprofit administrator, she understands the needs of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community and the power of compassionate, creative solutions. Under her leadership, LEO is already exploring new programs and expanding housing opportunities—projects we look forward to sharing with you soon. Many of you have already had the chance to meet Alyssa and experience her thoughtful approach firsthand. We’re confident that under her guidance, LEO will continue to be a strong and reliable partner in this important work. Please join us in congratulating Alyssa Midgley on her new role as Executive Director. We look forward to the future with great optimism and gratitude for your continued support. Warm regards, Mike Ernst President, Board of Directors

Life Enrichment Options Board and Staff are heartbroken by the passing of State Senator Bill Ramos. He was a remarkable public servant and an excellent advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Senator Ramos’ dedication to building a more inclusive and equitable community was evident in everything he did for this community, and his legacy will have a lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals and families. State Senator Ramos was a strong supporter of our nonprofit and the work we do. We could count on him attending our events, spending time with our community, and he made it clear that he truly cared. His support meant the world to us. We’re so grateful for everything he did and for the kindness and dedication he brought to every conversation. He’ll be deeply missed by all of us. Our hearts are with his wife King County Councilmember Sarah Perry & family, friends, and everyone who had the honor of working alongside him. We will deeply miss him but his legacy will live on for decades to come.

The Snoqualmie Challenge Race is now open for registration! When is the Event? The 2025 race is on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Who Runs the Event? This family fun event is hosted by the Rotary Club of Snoqualmie . How Do I Register? If you would like to register as a co-driver, visit our Eventbrite page at the following link; Challenge Race CO-DRIVER (Participant w/ Disability) Snoqualmie Tickets, Sat, May 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite If you would like to register as a driver, visit our Eventbrite page here; Challenge Race DRIVER - Snoqualmie Tickets, Sat, May 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite Best of all, it's free! What Can I Expect? Watch this video from Evening Magazine featuring Zachary Hochman, which shows the Lynnwood Challenge Race and some of what goes on behind the scenes and on the day of the race. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Our 2024 Annual Report is now available. View it above or download it by clicking here . Thank you!

If you're looking for something fun to do with your adaptive rec friends, or want to make new friends, check out some of the programs we offer in partnership with the City of Issaquah's Parks and Community Services department. Social Booking Page - Social Club is an opportunity to participate in new and different activities each week! Get on stage and perform your favorite song, play bingo, or try new video games on the Nintendo Switch. There are also other classes offered through the same link, including Art, Cheer, Chorus, Drama, Sports, Technology, Dance and Special Olympics. Events take place at locations around Issaquah, including at the Community Center, Senior Center, or outdoors at various parks.

Here are the scheduled Gravity Car events for the 2025 season. May 31, 2025 - Saturday - Snoqualmie - Challenge Race - Sponsored by the Snoqualmie Rotary - Register here! - Events | LEO June 14, 2025 - Saturday - Lynnwood - Challenge Race – Sponsored by Rotary Club of Lynnwood June 15, 2025 - Sunday - Issaquah - More information coming soon! August 23, 2025 - Saturday - Oak Harbor - More information coming soon!

As we close out our 2024 Annual Fall Fundraiser, we are overwhelmed with gratitude and joy! Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve surpassed our goal by over $40K by raising an amazing $140,398! We’re truly speechless and deeply thankful for the generosity that everyone has shown towards Life Enrichment Options this year. Your support makes it possible for us to continue creating lasting change for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community. Together, we’re building a brighter future!

Life Enrichment Options Receives Generous Donation from BMW Car Club of America Puget Sound Chapter Life Enrichment Options (LEO) is thrilled to announce that we were selected as the beneficiary of a generous donation from the BMW Car Club of America Puget Sound Chapter. On December 20th, Dan and Greg from the BMW Car Club presented the donation, and we are beyond grateful for their support. This contribution will go a long way in helping us continue our mission to enhance the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, offering them opportunities for independence, community involvement, and personal growth. We are deeply appreciative of the car club's commitment to making a positive impact in our community. With this generous gift, we look forward to fulfilling our mission and improving the lives of those who depend on us. Thank you again to the BMW Car Club Puget Sound and its members for making a lasting impact in the LEO community! Visit BMW CCA PSR Website for more details about the local BMW Car Club chapter!