Our mission is to provide an inclusive environment in which all families receive individualized programs of education, advocacy, therapy and family support that nurture the development of children with and without disabilities.
2919 1st Avenue West Seattle, WA 98119
206-286-2322
Welcome to Northwest Center’s Child Development Program!We serve children with and without developmental disabilities from 6 weeks to 12 years of age in our inclusive programs:
We believe that all children are entitled to high quality childcare in a nurturing environment. We believe play, independent thinking, problem solving and self-initiated experiences are keys to healthy development. We honor diversity of all kinds—including the abilities, races, ethnic backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, marital status or ages of kids and their families. We strive to be culturally sensitive to all families, respecting their values and sharing the diverse population we serve.
One of our recent success stories revolves around Odessa. Her parents brought her to Northwest Center for childcare and therapy services when she was six months old. Since then, she has blossomed into a young girl who has made great strides in eating, walking and talking.
Odessa’s parents love our program because it’s so diverse and accepting. They think that Odessa’s improvement is directly related to the fact that she is in a classroom with kids who have all different abilities. When Odessa sees one of her peers doing something, she challenges herself to try it, too! Odessa also benefits from therapy services that take place right in her home. In addition to receiving services in an environment that’s comfortable for her, her parents are also able to learn and participate. Keep it up, Team Odessa!
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The Child Development Program is a division of Northwest Center.
