How to Become a DSP at RISE
How to Become a DSP at RISE At RISE, our mission is to provide vital services and support for people with disabilities. We’re currently hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at various locations and settings. If you’ve been looking for a way to impact your community in a meaningful way, becoming a DSP may be the […]
What are the 5 Stages of Child Development
The 5 Stages of Child Development Children change rapidly as they grow. Many of these changes are physical. Other changes are cognitive, which means the changes affect the way children think and learn. Child development often occurs in stages, with the majority of children hitting specific developmental landmarks by the time they reach a certain […]
How to Become a Foster Parent in AZ
How to Become a Foster Parent in AZ Foster parenting is the act of providing a safe, loving and healthy living situation for a child or children who can no longer reside with their biological parents for a variety of reasons. In many cases, foster care is a temporary placement for children, providing them much […]
The Case for Becoming a Foster Parent
Why You Should Become a Foster Parent When a child is brought into the foster care system (often called “the system”), it is never the child’s fault they are taken into foster care. The current parent or caregiver, for whatever reason, is usually temporarily unable to care for the child. This involves mostly physical needs, […]
What Is Early Intervention
What is Early Intervention? Arizona caregivers want the best for their children, but don’t always have the means to provide it. You may have heard that early intervention can help, but what is early intervention? Early intervention bridges this gap, bringing much-needed professional services to children with a variety of developmental delays. Read on to […]
The Benefits of Group Homes for Adults with Disabilities
Here are the Benefits of Group Homes for Adults with Disabilities The act of day-to-day living is not always simple for a person with disabilities. At group homes, there is always someone to make sure everyone is accounted for, safe, clothed and appropriately fed. Many group homes also have a treatment team that can manage […]
How to Find Day Programs for Adults with Disabilities
How to Find Day Programs for Adults with Disabilities Day programs serve individuals by helping them spend the day away from home. These programs help them learn and practice skills via structured activities. These day programs ultimately enhance their lives and their perception of their ability to handle whatever may come along in their futures. […]
Their Voice: Everyone has dreams
Every year as I get closer to my birthday, I find myself asking the same questions that I have asked myself as long as I can remember. Am I doing what I want to do? Am I achieving all that I am capable of? Do I still have the same goals that I did last […]
Their Voice: Special Olympics Summer Games start June 12
It’s official, summer vacation is upon us. For many, myself included, summer vacation means spending a lot of time at a local sports park cheering on children and grandchildren as they play their favorite sports. If you are someone who enjoys spending time outside watching a great game, this is something you won’t want to […]
Their Voice: Did you know there’s another Independence Day in the U.S.?
July is a month to honor and recollect all of the sacrifices that have led to our nation’s independence. As a community we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence on the Fourth with parades, picnics, fireworks and the American flag. I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to another landmark […]
