New Name & Expanded Mission

January 2026

Dear Community Members and Partners,

We are thrilled to share an important update about our organization. Dads MOVE is now Tahoma Northwest!

This change reflects our growth and commitment to serving individuals and families across Washington State with inclusive, peer-led, trauma informed behavioral health services.

While our name is new, our dedication to compassionate care and community support remains the same.

Why the change?

We’ve expanded beyond our original focus to provide a broader range of services.

Our new name better represents our mission and evolving partnerships with Managed Care Organizations.

We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all adult individuals and families.

What does this mean for you?

Our services and team remain unchanged at the moment- we are expanding throughout 2026 to bring more services along with our name change and branding.

You’ll see updates to our website, social media, and materials over the next few weeks.

Please update your records to reflect our new name: Tahoma Northwest.

Our new email for communication will be @tahomanw.org. Please update your email contacts to reach us.

We value your partnership and look forward to continuing to work together to improve behavioral health outcomes in our communities.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at sjensen@TahomaNW.org or visit our updated website at www.TahomaNW.org.

Thank you for your continued support!

Warm regards,

Sarah Jensen

Interim Executive Director

Tahoma Northwest

Your Voice: Our Mission

Stakeholder FAQ

Why are you changing your name?

We are expanding our services beyond our original focus and want our name to reflect our broader mission and inclusivity.

Will services change?

No, our services and team remain the same and will continue to grow throughout 2026.

Do I need to update my records?

Yes, please update your records to reflect our new name: Tahoma Northwest. Emails will be first initial-full last name-@tahomanw.org. Example (jkellam@tahomanw.org)

How can I learn more?

Visit our updated website, Facebook page or contact us directly for more information.

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Coming This Spring-Launching New Podcasts!

Peers in A Pod:

Thriving Through Recovery

The Peer Review Podcast

Host: Tallon Hodges

Host: Kahlil DeRouen

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of a new podcast—a space dedicated to real conversations about recovery, Peer Support, and the power of lived experience.

Each episode will dive into meaningful topics like resilience, hope, and navigating life’s challenges. We’ll share our own stories—the highs, the lows, and everything in between—share resources including the tried-and-true helpful resources that make an impact- and invite guests and listeners to do the same.

This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a community. A place where your voice matters, your experiences inspire, and together we learn and grow.

✨ Join us for honest dialogue, practical insights, and stories that remind us we’re never alone on this journey.

📢 Coming soon! Stay tuned for our first episode and find out how you can be part of the conversation.

We're also thrilled to announce the launch of The Peer Review Podcast --Peer work is more than mentorship—it’s a movement. The Peer Review dives deep into the culture, values, and lived experiences that connect us as a community.

Because peer support isn’t something you learn only in a classroom, we explore what truly makes a peer—long before certification. Each episode features real conversations about the journeys that brought us here, plus interviews with voices from both professional spaces and those with personal lived experience.

Our mission? To bridge communities, create safe spaces for honest dialogue, and talk openly about mental health and wellness in the world around us.

✨ At its heart, The Peer Review is about connection, growth, and making a positive impact—together.

📢 Peers, Tune in and join the conversation. Your voice matters.

Free for Everyone- Special Education IEP/504 Workshop!

IEP Workshop Register Here!

Free! Caregiver Emotional Regulation Group

Registration is Required!

CPR Training

by Jones Community Solutions January 19th!

CPR Register Here!

Building Immigrant & Refugee Power in Washington State.

Find resources to know your rights and get support.

WAISN builds collective power for immigrants and refugees across Washington through peaceful, non-violent, community led action. We believe Washingtonians should have dignity, respect and autonomy, regardless of immigration status.

WISN Resources

Food Lifeline and Feeding America have a great search tool to find food resources near you. If you are struggling and need help please click on the link below for support!

Find Food- Food Lifeline

Wanna play in the snow?

Click below to read Thrifty NW Moms article: 10+ Top Areas for Sledding and Snow Tubing in Washington for Families

Snow Day Locations!

NAMI Pierce County

Call for Support

Did you know?

Tahoma NW has amazing resources on our website, including links to some great Fatherhood Blogs. Come check it out!

Visit our Website

Get Support!

We can connect you with support and resources, and one of our staff members will be in touch with you to learn more about you and your family's needs.

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Tahoma NW Partnerships

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