Joya Child & Family Development provides more than care for children. We help build families that become advocates for their children for the rest of their lives. These families aren’t just moms and dads. They’re brothers and sisters, friends and neighbors, grandparents and aunts and uncles. They’re groups that support children and build paths for them to follow as they grow and thrive.
Empowering parents to be life-long advocates for their children is at the heart of our work. We are here to help you celebrate your child’s little milestones and comfort you when fear and uncertainties arise. Families have lots of questions, and we’re here to help. Please see some commonly requested resources listed below or connect with us if you need more help.
When Elliott’s parents found out she would be born with Down syndrome, they prepared for the worst but hoped for the best. When the family connected with Joya, they found a place that saw what they saw, a beautiful child, not a diagnosis. Learn more about how Joya is helping children and families navigate every…
Joya’s fall newsletter and Annual Report is out. If you didn’t get a copy, you can read it here: Joya Newsletter Annual Report Fall 24. Meet some of the amazing children Joya has helped thrive this past year and see how our impact is growing rapidly in our community.
For more than 60 years, first as the Spokane Guilds’ School and now as Joya Child & Family Development, we have relied on the generous and caring hearts of so many in our community. People like you who may never meet the infants and toddlers we care for – but are touched by their unique…
We are excited to announce a new Community Playgroup for infants & toddlers. Check out all the different playgroups at Joya that are free and open to children of various ages! Storytime Join us for a community storytime with your toddler. Enjoy stories and playtime with your little one! Every Tuesday 9:30am – 10:30am All…
THE WINNING RAFFLE TICKET WAS DRAWN ON JUNE 14, 2024, AND THE WINNER WAS NOTIFIED. THE WINNING TICKET NUMBER IS #04250. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO SUPPORTED JOYA’S CAR RAFFLE. ————————————– Enter to win a new car and help support Joya at the same time. Thanks to our friends at Findlay Downtown Toyota, Joya…
Join us for our inaugural Donut Dash on June 1, 2024 and raise funds for children with developmental delays and disabilities. All proceeds directly benefit the program to ensure children can receive services they need, regardless of their family’s ability to pay. Learn more here or view our commercial. We hope you can join us…
What to expect during an initial evaluation
Pilot Program for Children 3-5
COVID-19 Self-Screening Questions
SRHD Heat Preparation PressRelease
FCC launches new program that connects consumers to internet access during COVID
Letter to Joya Families 4-27-20
Joya Early Intervention Enrollment Packet
Consent for Purposes of Treatment, Payment and Healthcare Operations
Authorization for Release of Health Care Information
Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS)
CSHCN – Spokane County ITN Referral Letter
Early Support for Infants and Toddlers – Why You Need to Access Your Private Insurance
The Arc of Spokane – The Arc of Spokane provides life-changing support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families at every stage of life.
The Center for Children with Special Needs Resource Guide
Spokane Regional Health District – Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (SRHD ESIT) – Parents who have concerns regarding the growth and development of their child, birth to three years of age, may consider calling the Infant Toddler Network at 509-324-1651 to receive information about the Child Find program provided by the Spokane Regional Health District.
From parent programs to family fun nights, there is always something going on for the families of Joya. View our calendar for upcoming events that may be of benefit to your family.
Learn more about the enrollment process and what you need to know to get started.
Joya offers a wide range of services and programs, depending on the needs of your child.