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Social & Recreation

Local Social & Recreation Activities

Walla Walla Valley Disability Network does not endorse or recommend any particular products, treatments, services or diagnosis, whether specifically or generally, and professional advice should be sought in relation to all  health and treatment decisions. We provide information and listings only which we hope are helpful.

  • Our tailored experiences will introduce you to amazing people, authentic encounters, and personal touches as you travel through the Walla Walla Valley. Our Ford Transit 3500 Van features a power lift and can accommodate up to two manual wheelchairs or walkers, or one power wheelchair, as well as space for up to seven additional guests.

  • The Adult Day Center is a community-based program designed to meet the needs of adults 18+ with any physical, mental, or social impairments through individualized, goal specific plans of care.

  • Blue Mountain Therapeutic Riding is a non profit corporation that is serving the the Walla Walla, WA and Milton Freewater, OR and surrounding areas. We use equine (horse) - assisted activities and therapies to make a difference for people in the community with disabilities.

  • Blue Zones Project is a community-wide, evidence-based approach to improve health and well-being in making healthier choices easier for everyone. Join us for free, community-wide events, where you'll learn about Blue Zones Project and how the project will help Walla Walla Valley residents connect, eat wisely, move naturally, and adopt the right outlook.

  • Whitman College and Walla Walla University have buddy programs where adults with a disability are paired with college students to enjoy social activities and build friendships. Contact admin@wwvdn.org for more details or buddyprogram@whitman.edu for the Buddy Program at Whitman College.

  • A special needs camp for children with social learning and communications challenges. Camp sessions in July.
    The Adventures in Communication program (Formerly the Speech-Language and Hearing Camp) at Camp Meadowood Springs is a unique recreational summer camp experience mixed with an intensive schedule of individualized speech-language therapy.

  • In Step Dance Studio offers classes for individuals with developmental disabilities (2200 Melrose St, Suite #6, Walla Walla 509-525-2000)

  • Generation Spirit (formerly The Sparkle Effect) empowers students nationwide to create spirit teams that bring together peers with and without disabilities. Our teams transform school culture to one where all students feel valued and celebrated.

  • Music Together Walla Walla is a research-based music and movement program for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, from birth to 5 years, and their families. We are passionate about early childhood music development and believe that every child can learn to sing and dance as naturally as they learn to walk and talk.

  • Click the link to get more information about how to apply and what documentation you need to bring. Local office in Walla Walla located at 1415 W Rose St, Walla Walla - phone (509) 522-6290.

  • Skyline Adventures is an outreach program that transforms lives by bringing skiing and snowboarding to disadvantage, high-risk youth, citizens with special needs, healing veterans, and disabled citizens utilizing the facilities at Bluewood in the beautiful Blue Mountains.

  • SOAR events are meant for participants with disabilities age 14 and over. Caregivers are welcome if the participant needs more intensive support. Our hope is that these clubs would be for participants only, as they are meant to further independence and provide opportunities to gain social skills with peers.

  • Learn about what events are offered and how to participate.
    Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Walla-Walla-Special-Olympics-170718830147420/
    Contact Tracy at tgaines@sowa.org or call 509-386-4016 with your questions.

    Special Olympics sign in portal at: https://portals.specialolympics.org/

  • Veteran's Memorial Pool in Walla Walla (509) 524-4554 offers swim lessons and several programs. Check out what they have to offer!

  • YMCA offers swim lessons for children and adults with disabilities. Check out their other programs as well!

  • Seasonal classes and programs offered.

  • WWVDN offers many recreational activities for adults and children : bowling, baseball, basketball, softball, soccer, summer camp, 4-H horse camp and much more.

  • Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission offers the Disability pass to all Washington State residents who are legally blind, profoundly deaf, developmentally disabled or who meet the disability definition used by the Social Security Administration. This pass is free to apply for and must be renewed every 1 (temporary disability) or 5 years (permanent disability).

  • Walla Walla (509) 525-8863

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