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He does whatever he sets his mind on!
Fifteen-year-old Jay Jay loves Fortnite video game and is the strongest person his mom has ever known. She recalls his many surgeries, how he advocates for himself and how he sets his mind to do things others say he will never do. Born with a rare form of muscular dystrophy,
The Naughty List Negatives
I am not ashamed to say that I love Santa. The magic that Santa brings to the holiday season for kids is unmatched. I even
Translators Available: Communication is Clear
Leer en Español Having a child with special needs is a new normal for the entire family. Juan and Sonia Martinez know this firsthand. They
How has the community influenced my life?
It’s a Wednesday afternoon after a big exam and I walk into Rainbows’ Classroom 7, where a dozen heads turn to watch excitedly as I
Stop and Smell the Roses
Having a child with special needs is no walk in the park. There’s a level of care that comes with such a life that occupies
Trust Your Parent Gut
My husband and I had our first child in December of 2021. Shortly after Ellie was born, we started having concerns about feeding her. She
Lamont honored with statewide award
Congratulations to this year’s 2023 InterHab Outstanding Youth: Lamont McIntosh. Lamont was honored Friday, October 13 at the InterHab Art and Awards event. His family
10:15+ Club Celebrates Achievements
Rainbows’ 10:15+ Club honors and recognizes staff members who have been with Rainbows for 10 or more years. In 2023, the 10:15+ Club had a
Children Enjoy the Fruits of Their Labor
Rainbows’ Children’s Garden began a little late this year but became quite successful. The tomatoes had a slow start but have produced bright red juicy
The Importance of Empathy
Why is empathy critically fundamental? Empathy is important for our personal development, building relationships, and important for the social world around us. When working with
