Legislative Update
Some AZ legislation we feel are important for families of children with disabilities. Click on a bill to learn more.
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Legislative Resources
For families of children with disabilities, understanding how the Legislature works when it comes to funding services and passing new legislation that affects families is essential.
Raising Special Kids Fills the Compassion Gap
Not only does Michelle Dumay have a calming voice, she is able to candidly describe her complex family experiences with …
Raising Special Kids Will Be With Us Every Step of the Way
Jody needed help getting appropriate therapy services. “He had speech therapy and OT every other week but it was not enough.
Learning to Advocate Effectively
“It was amazing. I didn’t understand Becca’s Individualized Education Plan or the special education process. We reviewed Becca’s IEP and it really helped me understand it.
It’s A Good Time To Have Dyslexia
When Cole was first diagnosed, she contacted Raising Special Kids for help in understanding educational services, the IEP process, and how to effectively advocate for her son.
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help
She remembers thinking, “I need all the help I can get.” She contacted Raising Special Kids.
Nannette’s Family
Family Support Specialist, Nannette Salasek, has been helping families deal with challenges of raising children with special needs since she …
Tory and Chris
Tory did not know what to do about her son’s difficulties at school. She knew Chris was smart, but each …
Karen’s Story
As a teacher, Karen Hinds had been referring families of her special education students to Raising Special Kids for years. …