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Denver Early Steps: Supporting Denver’s Youngest Community Members

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This article highlights the work of DES including what supports it offers, who it serves, and how to stay in the know on upcoming news, classes, and group therapies.

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How RMHS Supports Students in Bridging School and Adulthood

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Navigating the challenging bridge from the structured stability of K-12 classrooms to adulthood can feel overwhelming. Rocky Mountain Human Services (RMHS) supports graduating students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families during this crucial transition period through the work of School Community Liaisons who partner with the staff of Denver Public Schools (DPS).

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Recognizing the Disabilities and Mental Health Challenges of Past U.S. Presidents Who Shaped Our Nation’s History

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Five presidents harnessed the power of their disabilities to secure the highest office in the U.S. Six additional presidents lived with chronic pain, mental health struggles, or hearing and vision impairments. Let’s explore these little-known aspects of their backgrounds and the impact they had on their legacies.

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Combating Denver’s Poverty-Related Issues During Poverty in America Awareness Month

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RMHS recognizes that people throughout Colorado acutely feel the effects of poverty through issues such as the housing crisis and the related challenge of homelessness. Two RMHS programs, Homes for All Veterans and Missions Supports, provide key supports to both veterans and the I/DD community.

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RMHS Answers Dr. King’s Call: Taking Steps Towards Increased Equity and Justice in Colorado

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As people across the country took Monday to remember and honor the remarkable life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., including the countless struggles and obstacles he and thousands of other civil rights activists faced in fighting injustice to secure more civil rights for Black Americans, RMHS thinks back on how our organization strives to live his legacy.

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RMHS Remains Committed to 2020’s Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Resolution

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In 2020, the RMHS Board of Directors boldly denounced racism and discrimination in all forms. That is when RMHS’ official journey toward becoming an anti-racist organization was set in motion.

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January 4 is World Braille Day – A Holiday with an Inspiring History and an Even Greater Impact

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World Braille Day— a day to commemorate the invention of the tactile language of braille and its significance for blind and visually impaired people, will be celebrated internationally on January 4. This date was selected because it is the birthday of braille’s namesake and teenage inventor.

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Tips for Caretakers and Loved Ones to Help Aging Adults Have a Happy New Year and Holiday Season

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It can be challenging for caretakers and family members to keep older loved ones engaged throughout the holiday season. But with a few tips, you can find meaningful and accessible ways to celebrate this time of year with them.

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Making a Difference During Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week 2023

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In the United States, over 580,000 people find themselves homeless on any given night and an alarming 795 million Americans do not have enough food to support themselves.

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RMHS Holiday Resource Guide 2023

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RMHS has compiled a list of resources in the community for the holidays that will alleviate some of the stress of this time. In this guide, you will find various organizations providing food boxes, hot holiday meals, gift assistance, and more throughout the month of December.

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