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.”
parent leadership
Advocacy Skills are a Family Affair
Reaching out on a busy afternoon led Hope to a wealth of support for her and her son.
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From NICU Challenges to Advocacy – A Journey of Hope & Support
“RSK helped me navigate a world I knew nothing about at one of the lowest points in my life,” Breann said.
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Getting Support From a Bigger Community
“I needed the support of a bigger community to get my son through this next milestone. Everyone at Raising Special Kids was so accommodating and knowledgeable and put my fears to rest.”
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Grateful for RSK’s Continuing Support
The Nieto Castañeda family excitedly welcomed their second child, Gabriel, in July 2002. But as the months went by, mom Rosa’s heart told her that something wasn’t right.
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A Lifelong Relationship With Raising Special Kids
“Even though our son is no longer a kid, Raising Special Kids is still our go-to resource for helpful referrals, services and workshops, especially the Quick Connect Facebook series,” Ellen said. “We plan to have a lifelong relationship with RSK!”
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We Are Bonded Forever, and That Is a Powerful Feeling!
When Jacqueline Tafoya’s daughter Emma was diagnosed in utero with several medical complexities including clocal exstrophy (OEIS), she was nervous, afraid, and felt completely alone.
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Changing Perspectives – Embracing Little Victories
Having a child with a rare diagnosis can often be isolating and overwhelming. Sometimes family or friends may not understand, and it can be stressful navigating everything that a child with special health care needs requires.
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RSK Helps Family Find the Road to Success and Healing
Reaching out on a busy afternoon led Hope to a wealth of support for her and her son.
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Families Are Not Alone
“Raising Special Kids has been here for our family many times already in my young son’s journey.”
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