“Even though our son is no longer a kid, Raising Special Kids is still our go-to resource for helpful referrals, services and workshops, especially the Quick Connect Facebook series,” Ellen said. “We plan to have a lifelong relationship with RSK!”
Moving can be a stressful experience for any family. Having a child with intense medical needs and disabilities makes it even more daunting to move to a new state and locate supports and services.
“As a family, we feel more confident knowing we have RSK behind us as we embark on the lifelong journey of advocating for Baker,”
Veronica voiced her concerns with the school, but still needed advice and direction on how to advocate for her son’s needs.
Being a parent of a child with special needs is not for the faint of heart and Angela Jeffreys learned many important life lessons while raising her daughter Alexandra.
“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 easy it is to reach someone if I have a question or need support.”
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 navigating everything that a child with special health care needs requires.
Maria credits Raising Special Kids with helping her gain the calm she needed to face unknown diagnoses and helping her stay focused on Manuel’s abilities and skills rather than his challenges.
Raising a child with intense medical and developmental needs will always be a challenge for Jennifer, but with Raising Special Kids just a phone call away, she knows she has people by her side who truly understand and are willing to take on the challenges with her.