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Addie’s moment of success
Addison “Addie” Schwemmer is a smart, loving, happy, fun, silly, and adventurous two-year-old who received occupational therapy services through Rainbows Butler County Infant Toddler Services. Addie developed typically but was born premature. When she was behind on a few motor skills her doctor suggested her mother, Jordan, to call Rainbows.

Love for niece inspires Development Coordinator
“My niece Claire was born prematurely at 29 weeks and weighed only 2 lbs. and 6 oz.,” said Kelsi Hinshaw, Development Coordinator. “It was such

Navigating Motherhood and Work
There is no question that becoming a parent induces a complete lifestyle shift. Even after spending months preparing for baby’s arrival and impending changes, I

Speech Therapy and Hearing Correction Impact Behavior
Twelve years ago, 2-year-old Zane was referred to Rainbows in Butler County with developmental delays, including speech delay and hearing impairment. Zane’s day care provider

Person-first Language = Dignity and Respect
Person-first Language is a form of speaking and writing that puts the person before their disability or diagnosis. It provides the understanding that they are

Dreams expand as son with Autism grows
When a child is diagnosed with a special need, it affects not only the child, but the entire family. Rainbows’ Targeted Case Management Program (TCM)

Connecting Families to Resources
Rainbows’ Blarney Breakfast proceeds go directly to Rainbows’ Targeted Case Management (TCM) Program, but what exactly happens with TCM? “Rainbows United Targeted Case Managers enjoy

A Solid Foundation to Grow
Do you remember this little curly-haired girl with the winning smile? Diagnosed with Chromosome 16P11-2 Micro-deletion Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder in May 2013, her

Remember the Why
Fostering children with special needs has always been a thought in the back of my mind because my husband’s sister has been doing it almost

We can do things we never thought possible if we just try
Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romantic love. It’s also a time to appreciate ALL the love in your life. A small gift, a hug or