The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting its first Self-Care for Caregivers Conference on April 25, 2023 at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix. There is no cost to attend. Caregivers need to pre-register.
DDD Hosting Self-Care for Caregiver Conference April 25 Leer más »
Starting April 1, 2023 Medicaid state agencies can terminate Medicaid coverage for individuals who are no longer eligible following a redetermination. For many children, it will be critical for their parents to update their contact information with their state Medicaid agency and to respond quickly to requests for Medicaid verification, otherwise they could lose coverage unnecessarily.
Important Changes Coming to AHCCCS and KidsCare Eligibility Leer más »
Attend any of the 2023 virtual workshops packed with effective tools and tips to kickstart or strengthen your self-advocacy skills.
By and For Youth: Tools and Tips for Young Disability Self-Advocates Leer más »
Many thanks to the Scottsdale Sunrise Rotary and community for supporting Good Morning, Great Cause!
Good Morning, Great Cause! Leer más »
Senate Bill 1411 (SB 1411) seeks to address an issue we hear from many families: The Guardianship and Conservatorship processes
RSK Position on SB 1411- Guardianship for All DDD Members Leer más »
Raising Special Kids operates Arizona’s Parent Training and Information Center funded under Part D of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. On behalf of Arizona families raising students with disabilities we support the advocacy efforts put forward by Arizona Center for Disability Law on this important topic and feel that the proposed legislation would negatively impact students with disabilities and their families.
ACDL and RSK Position on HB2460 Leer más »
the AZ OnTrack team worked closely with camps to enroll and support any camper who wanted to participate including providing access to resources and expert special education advisors through a partnership between AZ OnTrack and Raising Special Kids.
RSK Recognized in AZ OnTrack Initiative Report Leer más »
Cuando los padres y las madres saben defender a sus hijos(as) con necesidades especiales de manera positiva y participativa, los ayudan a aprender a defenderse por sí mismos y a vivir sus vidas lo mejor posible.
It is with a mix of gratitude, satisfaction and joy that we present our Winter 2022 edition of the Raising
A Message From the Director – Winter 2022 Leer más »
Throughout her professional life, Michelle has worked as a paraprofessional and special education teacher teaching students of all abilities. She has experience in behavior coaching at Fort Huachuca and is highly involved in the local adaptive recreation programs in Sierra Vista.
Staff Spotlight: Michelle Henretta Leer más »