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Employment
4 Ways our Summer Employment Program Impacts Participants
Are you or a family member with a developmental or intellectual disability looking for a summer job? If so, RISE Services, Inc. Idaho can help. We assist each of our clients through the job process, from defining your vocational goals to helping you find a job that you enjoy. Here are four ways our summer […]
Independent Living Skills
Independent Living Workshops for Youth Aging Out of Foster Care
In celebration of National Foster Care Month, RISE Services, Inc. Idaho would like to share how grateful we are for our foster parents and families. We know they go above and beyond by welcoming children and teens into their homes who are waiting to be reunited with their biological parents. Unfortunately, there are times when […]
Medication Management
Understanding Medication Management
Sometimes prescribed medications can be beneficial for individuals who are seeking to maintain or improve their overall health and well-being. They may need additional support managing a mental health condition, or medications may be helpful for their particular developmental disability. RISE Services, Inc. Idaho provides professional medication management services to children and adults. If you […]
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 […]
Foster Care
How Foster Parents Can Set SMART Goals for the New Year
Being a foster parent can be rewarding and overwhelming at the same time. Not only are you providing a loving home for a child who cannot live with their biological parents, but you also want to support their emotional growth while they’re living with you. At RISE Services, Inc. Idaho, we offer Foster Treatment Services […]
Mental Health
Mental Health Self-Care Through the Holiday Season
While the holidays are typically festive, joyful, and “the happiest time of the year” to celebrate with family and friends, they can also be overwhelming and stressful, leading to feelings of loneliness, anxiety, or depression. There are many reasons why the holidays may be tough for some people, ranging from isolation and grief to financial […]
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 […]
Behavioral Health
Resources for Parents of Children with Challenging Behaviors
Do you have a child with challenging behaviors or a developmental disability diagnosis? If so, RISE Services, Inc. Idaho would like to recommend a few books and resources that can help your child develop valuable communication and social skills, as well as manage anxiety, sensory issues, and other developmental disability difficulties. Keep reading to discover […]
Direct Support Professionals
3 Reasons We Appreciate Our DSPs
At RISE Services, Inc. Idaho, we could not serve our clients the way we do without our compassionate and skilled Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). They are dedicated to transforming the lives of the individuals we serve each and every day. Being a DSP is no simple task. It requires commitment, patience, perseverance, and a huge […]