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Empowered Resources – February 2026 | IDD Activities & Community Events
February 2026 Edition

Empowered Resources

Activities, classes, sensory-friendly outings, and community meetups to support connection, movement, and joy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.

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Dance Clinics (DSNO)

Structured movement, stretching, rhythm, and fun — great for coordination, confidence, and social connection.

Children participating in DSNO dance clinic

Kid Dance Clinic

Ages 6–11
Tuesdays 4:15–5:00 PM
Winter: Jan 27 – Mar 17 · Spring: Apr 14 – Jun 2
West Linn Adult Community Center (Oak Room)
1180 Rosemont Rd, West Linn
$120/session (scholarships available)
Adults enjoying DSNO dance clinic

Adult Dance Clinic

Ages 18+
Wednesdays 4:30–5:30 PM
Winter: Jan 28 – Mar 18 (no class Feb 19)
Spring: Apr 15 – Jun 3
West Linn Adult Community Center (Grand Fir Room)
1180 Rosemont Rd, West Linn
$120/session (scholarships available)
If participant tends to wander/elope or needs 1:1 support, a parent/guardian/DSP/PSW may be required for the full class.

Sports & Movement

Low-pressure ways to stay active, learn new skills, and meet people.

DSNO Pickleball Clinic participants

Pickleball Clinic

Ages 14+
Saturday, March 7 2:30–4:15 PM
Rolling Hills Community Church
3550 SW Borland Rd, Tualatin
4 courts with instructors • No experience required • Equipment provided
Every Body Athletics inclusive exercise

Every Body Athletics

Adults 21+
Inclusive group exercise designed for adaptive movement + social practice
Multiple Portland locations + online Zoom classes

Sensory-Friendly & Family

Options designed to reduce sensory load while keeping play and community at the center.

Sensory Playtime at Hidden Creek Community Center

Sensory Playtime (Hillsboro)

Ages 12 & underFree
May 31, 2026 1:00–3:30 PM
Hidden Creek Community Center
5100 NE Hidden Creek Dr, Hillsboro
Oaks Park Roller Rink sensory skate

Oaks Park Roller Rink

Ages 10 & under
Wednesdays 10:00–11:30 AM (Preschool Skate)
Kids 10 and under + families — sensory-sensitive environment
GroWild Boutique Playroom sensory playNeurodivergent-Led

GroWild Boutique Playroom

Ages 5+Camas, WA
Neurodivergent play zone designed with OT + sensory integration
6923 NW Friberg-Strunk St. STE 110, Camas, WA
Open Gym: Weekdays 5–9 PM (by reservation)

Community & Social

Low-pressure spaces for friendship, conversation, games, and shared interests.

Game Night community event

Game Night – Beaverton

MonthlyDinner Included
1st Friday monthly 5:00–7:00 PM
Unified Art Studio
6700 SW 105th Ave #106, Beaverton
Oregon Zoo Winter Discount Days

Oregon Zoo: Winter Discount Days

Timed Entry
Feb 28 – Mar 6 9 AM–5 PM
$13 admission — advance timed tickets required

Guides

Helpful planning resources for sensory-friendly outings.

OMSI building

OMSI Sensory Guide (PDF)

PDFFree
Navigate OMSI in a sensory-friendly way — quiet spaces, intensity maps, accommodation tips

More Resources Coming Soon

We’re working on adding more February 2026 resources:

  • Weekly bowling events (Empowered Services)
  • OGA Adaptive Gymnastics
  • St. Johns Community Center sensory play
  • Oregon City Library programs
  • Autism Society of Oregon groups
  • Tryon Creek Nature Walk

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