Hope Begins the Moment You Say Yes
When Grace was born without eyes, her parents were overwhelmed with fear, unsure what her future would hold or how to care for her. Rainbows gave them more than support. It brought comfort, guidance, and the promise of a brighter future. Grace’s parents, Florence and Magara, remember the early days vividly. “I cried a lot,” […]
Early intervention means developmental success
Liam is two years old. He was born two months prematurely and spent the first six weeks in the hospital. Liam receives speech/language services through Rainbows’ Sumner County early intervention program. He was referred to Rainbows by his doctor, due to challenges with eating. “Liam is eating way more and so much better than before,” […]
Future Forward
Welcome to a special six-part series featuring Megan Bailey. Megan speaks openly from her perspective as a young woman living with a lifelong disability. In her early years, she received therapy services through Rainbows United. Today, she’s a college graduate, a professional, and an advocate—ready to share her journey. Special thanks to Brandon Paulseen, host […]
Everyone Needs Friends
Welcome to a special six-part series featuring Megan Bailey. Megan speaks openly from her perspective as a young woman living with a lifelong disability. In her early years, she received therapy services through Rainbows United. Today, she’s a college graduate, a professional, and an advocate—ready to share her journey. Special thanks to Brandon Paulseen, host […]
The Student Experience
Welcome to a special six-part series featuring Megan Bailey. Megan speaks openly from her perspective as a young woman living with a lifelong disability. In her early years, she received therapy services through Rainbows United. Today, she’s a college graduate, a professional, and an advocate—ready to share her journey. Special thanks to Brandon Paulseen, host […]
Accessibility in Public Spaces
Welcome to a special six-part series featuring Megan Bailey. Megan speaks openly from her perspective as a young woman living with a lifelong disability. In her early years, she received therapy services through Rainbows United. Today, she’s a college graduate, a professional, and an advocate—ready to share her journey. Special thanks to Brandon Paulseen, host […]
Quality of Life
Welcome to a special six-part series featuring Megan Bailey. Megan speaks openly from her perspective as a young woman living with a lifelong disability. In her early years, she received therapy services through Rainbows United. Today, she’s a college graduate, a professional, and an advocate—ready to share her journey. Special thanks to Brandon Paulseen, host […]
My Life with a Disability
Welcome to a special six-part series featuring Megan Bailey. Megan speaks openly from her perspective as a young woman living with a lifelong disability. In her early years, she received therapy services through Rainbows United. Today, she’s a college graduate, a professional, and an advocate—ready to share her journey. Special thanks to Brandon Paulseen, host […]
Grace’s Story: A Journey of Hope
When Florence and her husband, Magara fled the civil war in Congo with their children, they carried little more than courage and the hope of safety. Their journey took them first to Zimbabwe, and finally to Kansas in February 2024, where they hoped to build a new life for their growing family. The family quickly […]
Siblings support brother with special needs
Irvin is 20 years old and is full of energy, laughter, and charisma. Irvin was diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome and has received support from Rainbows United since he was just six months old. His progress over the years has been nothing short of inspiring. Throughout the years, Irvin’s personality has transformed thanks to at-home […]