TACID activities, meetings, and events are available here for viewing and for printing. These include peer support groups, workshops, activities, classes, and events. Contact (253)565-9000 X10 or barbara@tacid.org for more information or to schedule a meeting space.
TACID's Role in the CommunityTACID plays a unique role in the community as a consumer driven organization. As an organization formed by people with disabilities for people with disabillities, our model of peer support is unmatched in the community. |
How is Peer Support Different?Peer support is an opportunity for people living with disabilities to help each other - sometimes it can be more effective to solve problems when you can talk with someone who has been down that path before. |
Blind and Low Vision Program
Offers tools and training for adults 55 and over to maintain or regain independent living skills. Contact (253) 565-9000 X 11
Deaf/Deaf-Blind & Hard of Hearing Services
Provided by the Hearing Speach and Deafness Center. 3516 S 47th St Suite #200, Tacoma, WA 98409. (253) 475-0782/ (253) 474-1748 (TTY)/ 1-866-698-1748 or email tacoma@hscd.org
Housing & Work
Serving all people with disabilities in Tacoma, Lakewood, and Pierce County surrounding communities. Services include: information and referral on affordable or accessible housing, career consultation, supported employment assistance, and job clubs, homeless crisis management, and supportive housing. (253) 565-9000 X 14 for more information.
Mental Health Resource Center
The Mental Health resource center provides consumer driven, peer faclitated support groups, information and referral, supported education, and social opportunities. (253) 565-9000 X 20 for more information.