Raising Special Kids
Help and Hope for Families
Raising Special Kids exists to improve the lives of children with the full range of disabilities, from birth to age 26, by providing support, training, information and individual assistance so families can become effective advocates for their children.
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Learn about your voting rights, voter registration, knowing your rights, Special Election Boards, and resolving problems on Election Day
DDD will host a series of virtual forums in August 2022. We encourage members, families, vendors and providers to attend. DDD will talk about its …
Being recognized for our important work in supporting families raising children with disabilities in our state is an honor.
Family stories
“The fact that the employees of RSK have been through what us ‘newbies’ are going through is such a relief. I also really value how …
When Jacqueline Tafoya’s daughter Emma was diagnosed in utero with several medical complexities including clocal exstrophy (OEIS), she was nervous, afraid, and felt completely alone.
Having a child with a rare diagnosis can often be isolating and overwhelming. Sometimes family or friends may not understand, and it can be stressful …
I’m so grateful to learn that Raising Special Kids is truly here to offer support. There is no catch, no gimmick, and no charge. I have found emotional support from people who understand what it is like to have a child with special needs.
— Parent
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