Rising Parents Program Goals
1. Foster Emotional Support and Connection
Create a safe, judgment-free space where moms of special needs children can share experiences, challenges, and victories—building a strong, empathetic community that reduces feelings of isolation.
2. Promote Self-Care and Resilience
Empower moms through monthly meetings and retreats that focus on mental wellness, self-advocacy, and practical self-care strategies to help prevent caregiver burnout.
3. Provide Access to Resources and Tools
Offer valuable information and contacts through RLP resource page, guest speakers, and workshops that equip moms with tools to navigate school systems, therapies better, and daily family life.
Rising Parents Groups
Rising Dads
The goal of Rising Dads is to provide a supportive community for dads of children with disabilities. We aim to create a safe and inclusive space where dads can share their experiences, discover local resources & supports, and connect with other dads experiencing similar journeys.
Rising Dads is hosted monthly with dads of all ages and stages.
If you are interested in getting involved, please reach out to
Chad Lavallie- lavallie@sbcglobal.net
Rising Moms
Our mission is to provide a supportive community for moms of children with disabilities. We aim to create a safe and inclusive space where moms can share their experiences, find emotional support, and connect with other moms who are going through similar challenges. We believe every mom deserves to feel heard, valued, and supported, and we strive to empower moms to advocate for themselves and their children. We aim to help moms build resilience, find hope, and create meaningful connections that will last a lifetime.
Rising Mom Leadership-
Tessa at tessam@risinglightsproject.org
Rising Moms of Adults
Created for female caregivers parenting teens and adults impacted by disability.
Rising Mom Leadership-
Tessa at tessam@risinglightsproject.org
Risng Moms & Rising Moms of Adults Events
February 28-29th
Mom’s Retreat- SAVE THE DATE
The Lodge at Geneva National
We would love for you to join us! Please take a minute to fill out our registration form below:
Meet the Parent Leadership Team
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Mike Backer
Co-Leader Dads Group
teambacker6@sbcglobal.net
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Chad LaVallie
Co-Leader Dads Group
lavallie@sbcglobal.net
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Luchana Imbrogno
Co-Leader Moms Group
luchana@risinglightsproject.org
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Stephanie Kubas
Co-Leader Moms Group
risingmoms@risinglightsproject.org
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Cheryl Poole
Rising Moms of Adults
cherylpoole60@icloud.com
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Jessica Spizzirri
Rising Moms of Adults
jessspiz72@gmail.com