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All About Tummy Time!
What is tummy time? Tummy time is when a baby is placed on their stomach while they are awake and being watched by an adult. Tummy time is important for development as a whole. Why is tummy time important? Tummy time is a building block for a lot of developmental
Let’s Talk About Cars
When William Thomas received speech therapy from his Rainbows’ therapist Rebecca Paden, his big sister Lillian was included. “Rebecca was always so kind to Lillian
Events Require Big Picture Vision and Attention to Details
Event Specialist Sherri Penka brings over 20 years of experience in the field of event planning and marketing as well as personal family experience with
A Toddler’s Job is to Play
We often take for granted the power of play and how critical it is to the overall development of our little ones in birth to
Family feels understood and supported
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
Lauryn thrives at Camp Woodchuck
This year’s Blarney Breakfast benefits Rainbows’ Family Support Services programs and Camp Woodchuck. Camp is a summer recreational and leisure day program for school-aged youth
“It’s like having a pack of best friends.”
Cheyenne Hancock joined Rainbows for Camp Woodchuck in 2020, when Camp was home-based due to Covid. “It was very nerve racking to me because I
Top 4 Reasons to Become a Direct Support Professional
1. Make a difference in a child’s life. Build relationships and be a role model. “My favorite activity is to sit on the porch swing
Early Intervention Social Worker Empowers Families
I appreciate that our program is multifaceted in the sense that we are able to provide support in so many varied ways because it allows
Kerri Dixon, family partner and trusted colleague
For more than 20 years, Kerri Dixon has been a social worker for Rainbows’ Specialized Foster Care Program. She is also a Targeted Case Manager
