Fathers Network
Testimonials
“Just how many of us fathers, with children with special needs, are out there? I don’t know, but it is nice to meet them from time to time. It’s a great experience.”
– Dan“I know others might have said this before, but the Fathers Network was a lifesaver at a very difficult time in my life. The support I received has expanded my life and that of my whole family.”
– Lance“The Network stands on the ideal that fathers are not irrelevant, especially in the parenting of a special needs family member. It recognizes that dads need support as much as moms, but their support is different.”
– John
The Washington State Fathers Network is a powerful voice for fathers and families of children with special health care needs. We do our work by connecting men with each other and with resources and information, by training men to tell their stories and advocate for change, and by working to promote inclusion. We firmly believe that:
- Those who identify as male are superb resources for each other.
- Those who identify as male have needs of their own when they have a child in their life who has a disability or special health care need.
- The voice and perspective of those who identify as male need to be heard.
- As an organization and as individuals we need to advocate for equitable access to the community for those with disabilities or special health care needs, and their families.
Visit our website at FathersNetwork.org, join our mailing list here, and follow us on Facebook for more updates.
For more information, contact Matthew Rickmon at 425-653-4286 or email him at Matthew.Rickmon@kindering.org.
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