Cathy Murahashi
Education and Advocacy Manager at Community Homes, Inc. - King County, WA- Claim this Profile
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Richard Wilson
Cathy is one of the go-to people in our region and state for information on disability service systems and resources. Her knowledge of how families and support circles can prepare young adults for a full life after school is invaluable. Often called upon, she is an excellent trainer and group facilitator with a down-to-earth accessible approach.
Sara Sanders Gardner
I've worked with Cathy on several projects, and have always found her to be extraordinarily on top of things! She is proactive, highly organized, and has the rare talent of being able to connect with and bring together people from a wide variety of organizations and communities. I'm not quite sure how she does it, as she never seems hurried or frazzled - and she always accomplishes more than seems humanly possible! Cathy is a true people person; one that also knows how to get the hard work done. I'm always thrilled to collaborate with her, and would recommend her to anyone looking for a dynamic team leader.
Richard Wilson
Cathy is one of the go-to people in our region and state for information on disability service systems and resources. Her knowledge of how families and support circles can prepare young adults for a full life after school is invaluable. Often called upon, she is an excellent trainer and group facilitator with a down-to-earth accessible approach.
Sara Sanders Gardner
I've worked with Cathy on several projects, and have always found her to be extraordinarily on top of things! She is proactive, highly organized, and has the rare talent of being able to connect with and bring together people from a wide variety of organizations and communities. I'm not quite sure how she does it, as she never seems hurried or frazzled - and she always accomplishes more than seems humanly possible! Cathy is a true people person; one that also knows how to get the hard work done. I'm always thrilled to collaborate with her, and would recommend her to anyone looking for a dynamic team leader.
Richard Wilson
Cathy is one of the go-to people in our region and state for information on disability service systems and resources. Her knowledge of how families and support circles can prepare young adults for a full life after school is invaluable. Often called upon, she is an excellent trainer and group facilitator with a down-to-earth accessible approach.
Sara Sanders Gardner
I've worked with Cathy on several projects, and have always found her to be extraordinarily on top of things! She is proactive, highly organized, and has the rare talent of being able to connect with and bring together people from a wide variety of organizations and communities. I'm not quite sure how she does it, as she never seems hurried or frazzled - and she always accomplishes more than seems humanly possible! Cathy is a true people person; one that also knows how to get the hard work done. I'm always thrilled to collaborate with her, and would recommend her to anyone looking for a dynamic team leader.
Richard Wilson
Cathy is one of the go-to people in our region and state for information on disability service systems and resources. Her knowledge of how families and support circles can prepare young adults for a full life after school is invaluable. Often called upon, she is an excellent trainer and group facilitator with a down-to-earth accessible approach.
Sara Sanders Gardner
I've worked with Cathy on several projects, and have always found her to be extraordinarily on top of things! She is proactive, highly organized, and has the rare talent of being able to connect with and bring together people from a wide variety of organizations and communities. I'm not quite sure how she does it, as she never seems hurried or frazzled - and she always accomplishes more than seems humanly possible! Cathy is a true people person; one that also knows how to get the hard work done. I'm always thrilled to collaborate with her, and would recommend her to anyone looking for a dynamic team leader.
Experience
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Education and Advocacy Manager
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Feb 2020 - Present
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The Arc of King County
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Family Engagement Coordinator, King County Parent & Family Coalition
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Jan 2015 - Feb 2020
The King County Family Coalition advocates for system changes that benefit people with ID/DD. We provide updated information to families about system changes and training on how to advocate for their sons and daughters.
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Coordinator, Parent to Parent Support Program
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Jan 2009 - Jan 2015
Supports families with children with special needs by connecting them to support, including individual matching with experienced parents with a child with a similar diagnosis and connecting them with information and resources. Organizes workshops and events for families. Provides outreach to organizations that serve children with disabilities. Presents training to families and organizations about disability issues and awareness.
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Assistant Coordinator, King County Parent Coalition for Developmental Disabilities
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Jan 2002 - Dec 2008
Informed families about issues that impact people with Developmental Disabilities, through newsletters, e-mail alerts, and meetings. Trained parents to be advocates for their sons and daughters. Organized legislative forums. Organized other parent events. Worked with legislators to inform them about DD/ID issues.
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Washington Initiative for Supported Employment
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United States
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Business Skills Training
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Creator and facilitator of "Next" curriculum
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Jun 2017 - Sep 2018
Co-created and facilitated "Next workshops that work with individuals with disabilities coming out of sheltered workshops and their families to help them envision and plan for work in Competitive Integrated Employment. Co-created and facilitated "Next workshops that work with individuals with disabilities coming out of sheltered workshops and their families to help them envision and plan for work in Competitive Integrated Employment.
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Washington Initiative for Supported Employment (WISE)
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United States
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Human Resources Services
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Co-facilitator and Creator of "Start Now" Curriculum
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Jan 2014 - Dec 2014
Start Now is a program aimed at Middle School and High School students with ID/DD and their families. The goal is to encourage individuals and families to begin to think about employment early. The program is unique in that it is a 2 track model, providing training to the parent and training to the students. It is a person centered and community based. Start Now is a program aimed at Middle School and High School students with ID/DD and their families. The goal is to encourage individuals and families to begin to think about employment early. The program is unique in that it is a 2 track model, providing training to the parent and training to the students. It is a person centered and community based.
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Former board member
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2009 - 2013
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Community Guide
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1998 - 2002
Researched and provided community resources to families with individuals with disabilities. Researched and provided community resources to families with individuals with disabilities.
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Education
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2021 - 2021
Cornell University
Certificate, Social Security Work Incentive Planner -
1979 - 1983
Seattle Pacific University
B.A., Music
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