Category: Idaho
Inclusion & Diversity
Helpful Holiday Tips for Including Loved Ones with an I/DD
Holidays are the best time of the year for many families. There are fun events, like holiday parties, school Christmas programs, and exciting activities, such as playing in the snow, wrapping Hanukkah gifts, or decorating the tree. Make the most of your holidays and plan for any challenges that your family member living with an […]
Treatment Foster Care
3 Ways to Make the Holidays Memorable for Foster Care Youth
The holidays are one of the year’s most anticipated and celebrated seasons for many people. However, this time of year can be disheartening for children in treatment foster care. The future with their biological family may still be unknown, making it difficult for them to enjoy the holiday festivities. RISE Services, Inc. Idaho believes a […]
Foster Care
Aging Out of Foster Care in Idaho
As foster youth near adulthood, they greatly benefit from the guidance and support that parental figures or caregivers provide. Unfortunately, many older foster youth leave the foster care system without these support systems, which impacts any opportunities for a successful transition to adulthood. RISE Services, Inc. Idaho is one of many resources that serves and […]
Treatment Foster Care
6 Qualities of Great Treatment Foster Parents
Being a foster parent involves much responsibility. Beyond the required licensing process, it takes individuals willing to love, care for, and open their homes to foster children. At RISE Services, Inc. Idaho, we are blessed with amazing foster care parents who work with the children and families under our care. Maybe you didn’t realize that […]
Adult Day Health
What Are Day Services and Why Are They Important?
If you haven’t heard about our Day Services, then you or your loved one may be missing out on an amazing opportunity. This program offered by RISE Services, Inc. Idaho allows adults who are living with intellectual and developmental disabilities to learn new skills, participate in group activities, develop new friendships, and engage in the […]
Foster Care
Why We Foster – A Love Story
Love is in the air as we celebrate Valentine’s Day this month. Whether we’re celebrating relationships with our spouses, partners, or families, it’s true that we all want to feel and be loved. At RISE Services, Inc. Idaho, we asked several foster parents why they choose to welcome children who are in need of a […]
I/DD
4 Ways to Host an Inclusive Holiday Celebration
A few of our favorite holidays are right around the corner. You may be making plans already for hosting one of these annual holiday celebrations at your home. If you have family members with developmental disabilities attending, be sure to include them in the festivities as well. RISE Services, Inc. Idaho recommends following these four […]
Targeted Service Coordination
What Is Targeted Service Coordination?
Individuals who are eligible for developmental disability services can receive Targeted Service Coordination (TSC) from RISE Services, Inc. Idaho. With this program, we can create Individual Support Plans to meet the various needs of the children and adults we serve. This service also advocates for individuals by helping them gain access to programs that will […]
Tips
The Dangers of Summer Heat and How to Avoid Them
Summertime is one of the best times of the year. You and your family can enjoy being outside as often as possible as well as plan fun outdoor events like visiting parks or playgrounds, having family picnics, going to the beach, and so much more. If you’re a caregiver for an elderly family member or […]