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Thankful for the Heart of Host Home Families This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is known for roasted turkey, pumpkin pie, and family gatherings, but it’s also a great time of year to reflect on all for which we are grateful. RISE Services, Inc. Oregon is more than thankful for our Host Home parents and families. Every child with an intellectual or developmental disability deserves to be with […]
Roadmap to Becoming a Host Home Foster Parent with RISE
Did you know that over 4,500 Oregon youth are currently in foster care? In addition, there is a high rate of youth with autism and developmental disabilities in foster care — up to five times greater than Oregon’s general population. RISE Services, Inc. Oregon helps meet this great need by licensing host homes that specifically […]
Recognizing the Strength & Courage of Our DSPs
In September, RISE Services, Inc. Oregon honors Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Week by celebrating the vital role DSPs play in supporting individuals with disabilities. These dedicated professionals provide care, guidance, and empowerment to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), helping them navigate challenges and embrace growth opportunities. It takes remarkable strength and […]
5 Ways to Help Foster Children Transition to a New School
For foster children, especially those with intellectual, developmental, and behavioral disabilities, a new school represents yet another change in a life that might already be full of upheaval. It is essential to provide them with stability and reassurance as they adapt to these new surroundings. At RISE Services, Inc. Oregon, we understand the unique hurdles […]
4 Ways Events & Celebrations Support People with Disabilities
This past month, RISE Services, Inc. Oregon celebrated our annual camping trip at Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park near Florence. Our team, participants, and their guests had a great time hiking, playing games, and enjoying time outdoors. Fun events that unite people can significantly impact those who attend as they create positive opportunities, improve […]
5 Budget-Friendly Activities for Oregon Families
Beat the hot sun and summer boredom with these family-friendly activities and events recommended by RISE Services, Inc. Oregon. The five locations below feature a variety of activities, are free or low-cost to enter, and provide accessibility for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our team wishes you a summer full of fun and […]
5 Spring Activities for Host Home Foster Families
If you’re a host home family with RISE Services, Inc. Oregon, you may be searching for fun, screen-free activities for your foster children. Children and teens can enjoy the five activities we recommend below at any activity level. Join in on the fun with the kids and make it a memorable family event. These activities, […]
Fun Activities & Exciting Events for 2024
Do you have a family member or loved one living with an intellectual or developmental disability (I/DD)? RISE Services, Inc. Oregon hosts several events and celebrations, such as sports games, community events, and outdoor activities, throughout the year for individuals living with I/DD at our RISE Services, Inc. Oregon locations. Gathering as a community and […]
3 Qualities We Love in a DSP
Direct Support Professionals, or DSPs, are the backbone of our work at RISE Services, Inc. Oregon. From helping people they support plan and cook meals, coaching individuals applying for a job, and supporting new Host Home families, we could never have transformed the lives of so many individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD) without […]
Make 2024 the Year You Say YES to Becoming a Host Home Foster Parent!
As we step into the promising horizon of 2024, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the positive changes we can bring into our lives and the lives of those around us. One incredibly impactful way to make a difference is by opening your heart and home as a Host Home foster parent through RISE […]