We are your brothers, daughters and friends.
Whether you are an LPA member looking for information, a new parent looking for resources, a community member looking to offer support, or simply seeking education on dwarfism, you've come to the right place.
If you don't find what you're looking for on these pages please contact us. We have a dedicated team of LPA members and volunteers who are happy to answer your questions. We look forward to being your partner in creating a community that supports inclusion and acceptance of all regardless of their differences.
Our Mission
- Little People of America (LPA) is a nonprofit organization that provides support and information to people of short stature and their families.
- LPA is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with dwarfism throughout their lives while celebrating with great pride Little People's (LP) contribution to social diversity. LPA strives to bring solutions and global awareness to the prominent issues affecting individuals with short stature and their families.
- Our little people members are individuals that are less than 4'10" but are living in a world made for the average height person. LPA membership ranges from newborns to senior citizens, little people to average height family members and supporters. All Little People and their families are welcome in LPA, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or economic status.
- The Puget Sound Chapter is part of LPA District 11 which includes Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska.
What We Do In LPA
Mentoring Programs
Partnering new families with LP mentors to help provide guidance through the new and exciting world of dwarfism. Connecting LP adults with LP teens and youth to partner in developing strength in character, self-esteem and outlook.
Support System
Providing opportunities for the Little People community of Puget Sound to come together in group settings. This creates a setting where children, teens, adults, seniors and families can spend time celebrating the commonality of dwarfism, supporting each other, and sharing valuable information and resources.
Assist members with problem solving and provide practical strategies for addressing issues concerning education, clothing, mobility devices, home adaptations and modifications, school adaptations, adaptive products and tools, recreational/exercise equipment options, and bullying.
Conferences and Workshops
Local, Regional and National conferences that offer insightful workshops, medical clinics, social interaction, mentoring opportunities and access to the latest support opportunities for the LP community.
Contact Us
We Appreciate Your Generosity
Help support our local chapter. Your donation will help cover costs associated with our local meetings, workshops and events as well as newsletter and correspondence costs. All donations are tax deductible.
LPA Puget sound Board members
President: Alex Foos
Vice President: Leanne Whitmore
Treasurer: Kara Price
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