Finding Support & Giving Back
Reaching out on a busy afternoon led Hope to a wealth of support for her and her son.
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Family Stories
How Medicaid Helped Us Find Hope for Millie
When my daughter Millie was just 9 years old, her behavioral challenges escalated to the point where she needed a
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Advocacy Skills are a Family Affair
Reaching out on a busy afternoon led Hope to a wealth of support for her and her son.
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A Legacy of Care and Advocacy
Leah Gibbs’ remarkable 25-year journey with DDD showcases her unwavering determination to empower families and transform lives.
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Balancing School, Health and Sports
Chronic illness forms can protect students from penalties for missing substantial school days due to illness. Students can also receive accommodations through Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or 504 plans, which outline the specific supports or services qualifying students receive in the classroom.
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Finding the Right Fit for Child Care
Open communication between a family and a child care center can provide a positive setting, especially for children with special healthcare needs.
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Empowering Independence
Like many parents of soon-to-be adults, Elisa and Mark Cain wanted to protect their son Max, but they also wanted him to maintain some rights.
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Becoming Parents Was Unexpected
Tony and his husband William unexpectedly took on the care of his great-nephew Nathaniel (Nate). Nate experienced significant trauma, drug exposure and abuse in his life, and after being abandoned by his mother, Tony and William willingly stepped in to help.
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Navigating Behavior Challenges at School
Throughout Conor’s school years, his behavior frequently interfered with his ability to successfully participate in class and caused much frustration – and sometimes pain – for his teachers, instructional assistants, school administrators and of course his parents.
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From NICU Challenges to Advocacy – A Journey of Hope & Support
“RSK helped me navigate a world I knew nothing about at one of the lowest points in my life,” Breann said.
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