Parent Advocacy
“It’s important not to take these movements for granted. All these rights that we are used to in this society today came about because somebody else before us asked for change. Now we’re picking up the torch.”
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Staff Spotlight: Sarah Dorman
“Working for RSK lets me build bridges with parent leaders and key people in the disability community,” she said. “This helps create support and community for families in this region.”
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A VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR – SPRING 2025
This edition of Connecting focuses on the power and importance of parent and family advocacy. Now more than ever, the perspectives of parents and family members of children with disabilities are critical in shaping the future of services and policies that impact our community.
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Cuts to Medicaid
This information is sourced from the AAPD Disability Policy Download (January/February 2025), which provides updates on key disability policy issues.
Medicaid Matters: A Lifeline for Conor and Families Like His
Conor is a young man with Down syndrome and autism. Just after he turned 21, he underwent his first procedure
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Medicaid Matters: Tucker’s Story of Strength and Inclusion
Tucker Murrell was born at just 28 weeks, weighing a whopping 2 pounds, 5 ounces. He spent six months in
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What Does the US Department of Education Do?
The U.S. Department of Education may not be responsible for daily classroom instruction. Still, it plays a key role in ensuring that students—especially those from under-resourced communities and those with disabilities—have access to the support they need.
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An Immediate Call to Action on Funding Threats to DDD Services
(February 5, 2025) —Our coalition of disability organizations—Ability360, Arizona Achieve, Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, Arizona Statewide Independent Living Council, Care 4 the Caregivers,
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ACTION ALERT!
Use your voice to oppose cuts to crucial programs and services for families of children with disabilities.
2025 Special Day for Special Kids
The Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary Club is inviting families of children who have disabilities or special health care needs to the
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