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The National Resources for Advocacy, Independence, Self-determination and Employment (RAISE) Technical Assistance Center works with the seven (7) Rehabilitation Service Administration (RSA)-funded Parent Training & Information Centers to develop and disseminate information and resources that increase their capacity to serve youth and young adults with disabilities and their families.
WHAT’S NEW FROM RAISE?
The STANDARD: 6.5, May 2020
This month we explore issues related to mental Illness, isolation and Transition
During COVID-19. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 6.5, May 2020
The STANDARD: 6.4, April 2020
This month we explore issues related to meaningful work, from entry level to a career. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 6.4, April 2020
read moreWebinar: College Transition for Students with Disabilities: Information for Service Providers
Students with physical disabilities, health conditions, and learning differences facea different set of challenges when transitioning to college.This webinar will:● Review the differences between IDEA and the ADA● Discuss the evolving role of the university disability...
read moreThe STANDARD: 6.2, March 2020
In this special issue of RAISE The Standard, we explore the COVID-19 pPandemic and its effects on youth with disabilities and the systems that support them.. Continue Reading The STANDARD: 6.2, March 2020
read moreWebinar: The Foundations of Youth Engagement and Parent Centers
Developed by Youth Move and RAISEThere are so many opportunities to implement youth engagement activities and incorporate youth voice into every facet of an organization, it can be hard to know where to start. This toolkit will help you find a starting place, identify...
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Join Us for the Next RAISE Webinar
College Transition for Students with Disabilities: Information for Service Providers
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (EST)
Students with physical disabilities, health conditions, and learning differences face
a different set of challenges when transitioning to college.
This webinar will:
● Review the differences between IDEA and the ADA
● Discuss the evolving role of the university disability support office
● Outline areas on campus where students may request accommodations outside of
academics
● Examine transition and accommodations for medically complex students
● Take questions
Participants will receive a handout with online resources for:
● Transition planning
● Accessing support in college
● Transition guides and tips for specific health conditions and physical disabilities
Presenter:
Annie Tulkin
Annie Tulkin is the Founder and Director of Accessible College , where she provides college
transition support for students with physical disabilities and health conditions nationally. Annie
was the Associate Director of the Academic Resource Center at Georgetown University for
nearly 6 years. In that position she supported undergraduate, graduate and medical students
with physical disabilities and health conditions and oversaw academic support services for the
entire student body. Annie has worked in the field of disability for over 10 years. She holds a
Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education from DePaul University, a Masters in Special
Education from The University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a Certificate in Health Coaching from
Georgetown University. Annie was a Peace Corps Volunteer (Mongolia, ‘03-’05) and a Fulbright
Fellow (Mongolia, ‘07-’08). She resides in Silver Spring, MD with her husband and toddler. Continue Reading Join Us for the Next RAISE Webinar