National RAISE Center
The CPIR is proud to partner with the RAISE Center (Resources for Access, Independence, Self-Advocacy and Employment).
The RAISE team works with the eight Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA)-funded Parent Centers to develop and disseminate information and resources that increase their capacity to serve youth and young adults with disabilities and their families.
Check out RAISE’s Newsletter, Blog, and Webinar archives below
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The RAISE Standard Newsletter: For Transition-related information and resources
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RAISE Center Webinars: Presentations on topics relevant to Transition and more
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The RAISE Blog: Articles by self-advocates reflecting their perspectives
Newsletters
Webinars
The Makings of a Beautiful Relationship-VR and PTI Centers: Parent Training and Information Centers, VR, and programs and policies about transition and employment
VR and Post-secondary Education–Understanding and Overcoming the Obstacles: VR Agency’s willingness to pay for post-secondary education and strategies to overcome obstacles
Breaking Barriers-Reaching the Hard to Reach: Explores creative models and best practices for parent centers seeking to reach families that have historically been under-served
Family Support in Post Secondary Education: Positive ways families can help support their youth with disabilities in post-secondary education opportunities
Developing Financial Capability Among Youth: How youth can develop financial knowledge and practice money management and decision-making skills
Technology & Social Media: Best practices: data for reporting, dashboards for organizing, and visually interesting social media pages
Resiliency–Finding Your Inner Strength: This NAPTAC Webinar from February 22, 2017 was presented by Sacheen Smith in partnership with RAISE.
Disability Disclosure Decisions: Data, best practices, and personal accounts on the multifaceted realm of disability disclosure
IDEA & Transition: Transition as it relates to IDEA, Plan Development, and person-centered services