Imagine making a difference in the world by working toward something that truly matters every single day. That’s what inspired Jake Brandon when he started out supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) employee at RISE Services, Inc. For DSPs like Jake, their role can be truly life-changing.

This week is a special week for all of us here at RISE. It is national Direct Support Professionals week. This is the week that we recognized both locally and nationally all the wonderful men and women that care for the people we support. Thanks to each and every one of you. You are the […]

ATHLETE OF THE MONTH Joseph Tafolla is an amazing Polk County athlete. He is 21 years old and has been participating with Polk County for the past three years. In the 2013 Summer State Games, he competed in the 100m dash (division M01) and he earned the silver medal. He credits his success to dedication, […]

The Oregon House and Senate are considering five new bills that impact the lives of people with disabilities: 1. Senate Bill 640 Requires Department of Human Services to assess support needs of each adult with developmental disability who is receiving comprehensive services and pay service rate to service provider that is sufficient to meet assessed […]