Staff Spotlight: Tracey Sullivan
Tracey Sullivan first became interested in working with children with special health care needs when her nephew was diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss, language delays and autism.
News & Updates
A Message From the Director – Fall 2022
In December 2021 we say farewell to Jennifer Kupiszewski as she leaves the Raising Special Kids board of directors after many years of dedicated service to the organization. Jennifer has been at the center of many, if not all, of the major Raising Special Kids initiatives during her time with the organization.
The ABCs of 504 Plans
To qualify for a 504 plan, a student needs to meet a definition set out by law which has three parts. The student must have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Having an impairment alone doesn’t qualify a student for a 504 plan; there must be a substantial limitation in one or more life activities.
Let’s Salsabrate!
Raising Special Kids is honored to be one of the recipients of Fresh Cravings’ “Salsabrate the Good” Awards.
What You Need To Know When Voting in Arizona
Learn about your voting rights, voter registration, knowing your rights, Special Election Boards, and resolving problems on Election Day
DDD Provider Rate Increase Virtual Forums
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 proposed use for these funds.
AZ State Bar Recognizes Raising Special Kids
Being recognized for our important work in supporting families raising children with disabilities in our state is an honor.
Another Picture Perfect Transition Institute in the Books!
Youth and families had the opportunity to learn about employment and vocational rehabilitation, DDD and what supports they can provide for teens and young adults.
Have You Experienced Issues Related to the Formula Shortage Through DME/Home Health Providers?
AHCCCS is asking families who have experienced issues related to the formula shortage through DME/Home Health providers to complete this form to Report Concerns About the Quality of Care Received (https://www.azahcccs.gov/ACMS/).
Correction
In the Spring 2022 edition of Connecting, we included a photo of a young girl receiving a tube feeding while lying on her back. One of our readers shared with us that conducting tube feedings in this manner increases the risk of aspiration.