Amellaly (Ally) Martinez knows firsthand the value of connecting with other parents whose children have similar diagnoses. Her two youngest sons received autism diagnoses and she suspects autism in her older son. Ally said she felt lost and alone.
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I hope you are all enjoying the cooler temperatures that September and October bring to Arizona across the state. And
A Message From the Director – Fall 2023 Read More »
Parents might think their children won’t be disciplined, suspended or expelled if they receive services through an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 plan, but they can. While students with IEPs or 504 plans can receive discipline for violating school policies, additional protection is available to these students.
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Parent and family stories and testimonials were extremely effective in advocating for changes to the Parents as Paid Caregivers Program
AHCCCS Sends Proposal for Parents as Paid Caregiver Program on to CMS For Approval Read More »
In response to the COVID 19 Public Health Emergency in 2020, AHCCCS expanded Medicaid flexibilities in to allow for Parents
RSK Position on AHCCCS 1115 Waiver Amendment Proposal: Parents as Paid Caregivers Read More »
For families of young children with disabilities, the transition into school for the first time can be wrought with stress and emotion. Our main article in this issue of Connecting discusses the nuts and bolts of the transition to preschool process.
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“Like many parents, Teresa Banas felt nervous when it was time to send her children to preschool. Her son didn’t speak as much as his twin sister, and she was concerned about developmental delays.
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“Working for Raising Special Kids is a dream come true,” Brandi said. “It’s wonderful to work for an employer who understands families’ needs.”
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Paulina first became involved with Raising Special Kids about 14 years ago when her twins were born. Her son Luis was born with spina bifida, and she needed support from other parents who had similar experiences.
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Turning18 is a huge milestone for anyone. When a young person with disabilities becomes an adult, their parents can have legitimate concerns about how to continue helping with decision making while also encouraging independence.