Category: Utah
Professional Parenting
RISE Utah Success Story: Professional Parents, Jennifer & Luis
If you’re curious about professional parenting or becoming a Host Home for adults living with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD), RISE Services, Inc. Utah invites you to learn about one of our devoted Host Home families. Jennifer and Luis have been professional parents for about 30 years and have welcomed foster children, youth, and adults […]
Self-Care
Self-Care During the Holiday Season
Self-care is about intentionally caring for yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally. When you are healthy, you can more easily complete your daily tasks, like working, running errands, living with a physical or intellectual disability (I/DD), and caring for others. RISE Services, Inc. Utah encourages individuals living with I/DD to prioritize self-care this holiday season. We […]
Professional Parenting
Caring Home Environment for Children and Adults with I/DD
For most people, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holidays are usually a time of fun, family, and friends. For adults or children in foster care, it can be a difficult reminder that they cannot share this special time with their biological family. With the help of RISE Services, Inc. Utah, you can make the holidays festive […]
Opportunity Centers
Spotlight on RISE Utah’s Opportunity Centers and Events
If you have been looking for a safe and engaging day service program for your loved one with an intellectual or developmental disability (I/DD), we highly recommend the Opportunity Centers at RISE Services, Inc. Utah. From baseball games and fishing derbies to music therapy and picnics at the park, we do our best to offer […]
I/DD
4 Summer Activities to Do with the People You Support
Summer is an amazing time, but it seems to go by quickly. You probably have good intentions for planning to attend events or spend time outdoors, but the time seems to slip away, or you find it difficult to plan fun and interesting events. The RISE Services, Inc. Utah team has created a list of […]
Summer Program
3 Reasons to Participate in RISE Utah’s Summer Programs
School is out for many Utah families, and summer fun is officially beginning. Along with summer vacations, trips to see extended family, or annual camping adventures, consider enrolling your child or teen into one of the summer programs at RISE Services, Inc. Utah. With highly-trained and educated staff, our summer programs provide opportunities for building […]
Professional Parenting
What Makes a Great Professional Parent
National Foster Care Month is here and RISE Services, Inc. Utah would like to thank all of our amazing foster and professional parents for their commitment and dedication to the children in their care. We are grateful for their willingness to open their homes to individuals who need a safe and loving family environment. If […]
Employment Services
The Importance of Our Employment Services
For individuals living with developmental and intellectual disabilities, RISE Services, Inc. Utah offers several valuable employment services. From interview practice and on-the-job training to employer partners and community involvement, our employment services provide several advantages. If you or a loved one is looking for meaningful employment, check out these benefits of our helpful career services. Employment […]
After School and Summer Programs
5 Valuable Benefits of Our After-School Programs
Parents of children living with developmental and intellectual disabilities want their children to grow and succeed more than anything. An after-school program created specifically for children who need positive behavior supports in a structured and safe setting can be a valuable part of their learning and development. At RISE Services, Inc. Utah, we host after-school […]
Tips
Host an Inclusive Holiday Celebration with These 4 Tips
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. Utah recommends following these four […]