The STANDARD: 4.8, Dec 2018
Technology for Independence: In this issue of RAISE The Standard, we take a look at the role of technology in opening doors to jobs, mobility, communication and independent living.
The STANDARD: 4.7, Oct 2018
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). It’s a great time to raise awareness about disability issues and to celebrate the important contributions of people with disabilities. The theme for 2018 is “America’s Workforce: Empowering All.”
The STANDARD: 4.6, Sep 2018
Health Care Transitions: With planning and support, youth can gain self-care and independence as they engage in their own wellness, learn how to manage medication and treatment, and learn about options for health insurance coverage to make sure they stay healthy and empowered.
The STANDARD: 4.5, Jul/Aug 2018
DIVERSABILITY: Disability, Pride & Identity: Are you “autistic” or “a person with autism?” Are you “a person with an intellectual disability” or “intellectually disabled?” Are you “deaf” or “a person who is deaf?” Is “disability” a bad word?
The STANDARD: 4.4, Jun 2018
Transition to Civic Engagement: As Americans, “we the people” all have a right AND a responsibility, to be part of our democracy. This issue of RAISE The Standard is focused on the transition to civic engagement for youth with disabilities.
The STANDARD: 4.3, Apr/May 2018
Considering Careers in the Arts: Whether you are an aspiring artist or just an art lover, there is no limit to imagination and creativity. A career in the arts –visual arts, music, dance, theater, perfrmance – can be hard, but for those with the drive and ambition, it should not be overlooked as a transition outcome.