Project POWER

Project POWER PEAK Parent Center has been implementing Project POWER (Rehabilitation Services Administration) since it was renewed in 2020!

We are a Parent Training & Information Center funded by the Rehabilitation Services Administration that supports parent centers in Region D2 (AZ, CA, CO, ID, NV, NM, UT) to build capacity for their transitioning youth with disabilities & their families. Project POWER is a Parent Training and Information Center, funded by the Rehabilitation Services Administration, that supports parent centers in R

egion D2 (Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah) to build capacity for their transitioning youth with disabilities ages 14-26 and their families. Project POWER has a commitment to making materials accessible to multiple audiences and will do its best to make its information and services available in other languages, whenever possible.

Soft Skills are an important part of success in the workplace. Skills like communication, teamwork,problem-solving, flex...
07/29/2026

Soft Skills are an important part of success in the workplace. Skills like communication, teamwork,
problem-solving, flexibility, and professionalism can help youth build confidence, connect with coworkers,
and prepare for future employment goals. This video is a helpful resource for starting conversations about
the skills we use every day at school, at home, and on the job. Watch here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLRv2tao1ck

Understanding the IEP process can help youth and families feel more prepared, informed, andconfident during transition p...
07/28/2026

Understanding the IEP process can help youth and families feel more prepared, informed, and
confident during transition planning. This RAISE tip sheet explains what an IEP is, the steps in the IEP
process, key terms to know, legal rights, and tips for families to stay involved and advocate for needed
supports. Check it out here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dmaxY4fOZ3JJBCkutWEyjYY4_J6wWDQY/view

Apprenticeships can be a powerful pathway to employment because they help people learn skills,gain real work experience,...
07/22/2026

Apprenticeships can be a powerful pathway to employment because they help people learn skills,
gain real work experience, and earn while they train. This PA Labor & Industry video is a great resource
for youth, families, and transition partners to explore apprenticeship opportunities as part of career
planning and transition to adulthood. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxLEF5I_uLI

Goal setting is an important part of transition to adulthood. This RAISE worksheet helps youth namea goal, break it into...
07/21/2026

Goal setting is an important part of transition to adulthood. This RAISE worksheet helps youth name
a goal, break it into smaller steps, identify their support team, and reflect on what they need to keep
moving forward. Check it out here: https://raisecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Goal-Setting-
Video-1-RAISE.pdf

Disability Employment Gap The latest BLS report shows that people with disabilities continue to facemajor gaps in employ...
07/15/2026

Disability Employment Gap The latest BLS report shows that people with disabilities continue to face
major gaps in employment access. In 2025, only 22.8% of people with disabilities were employed,
compared with 65.2% of people without disabilities, and the unemployment rate for disabled workers was
about twice as high. These numbers remind us why transition planning, early work experiences, self-
advocacy, and strong support systems matter for youth with disabilities as they prepare for adulthood and
employment. Read the report here:https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/disabl.pdf

Youth with disabilities deserve support across every system they are part of, including education,transition, and juveni...
07/14/2026

Youth with disabilities deserve support across every system they are part of, including education,
transition, and juvenile justice. This podcast episode explores why collaboration matters when systems
intersect and how we can better support youth as they move toward adulthood. Listen here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jMcrEacwmUBaNWPRVhmTv?si=477617c6014a4827

Knowing your strengths and needs is an important step toward building meaningful employment goals.This RAISE worksheet h...
07/08/2026

Knowing your strengths and needs is an important step toward building meaningful employment goals.
This RAISE worksheet helps youth think about what they are proud of, where they may need support,
what they want to keep practicing, and how teachers, families, and youth themselves can work together
to plan for future success at school, at home, and on the job. Check it out here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ivNNhLXM3wRsvOdeYCPwlfuzI4dOxPMA/view

07/01/2026

**Someone out there needs to hear your story. ❤️**

Too often, young people with disabilities don't get to see enough examples of people like them pursuing careers they love. We want to help change that.

Project POWER is looking for **two youth or young adults with disabilities from each Region D2 state** to share their career journey for our upcoming **Regional Career Directory**—a resource that will help other young people explore career possibilities, discover supports, and see what's possible.

💵 **If your story is selected, you'll be compensated for your time.**

Whether you found your dream career, changed directions along the way, or overcame barriers to get where you are today, your experience could inspire someone else's next step.

📩 **Interested? Send us a DM!** We'll send you all the details.

🤝 **Not for you?** You can still help! Share this Reel with a friend, family member, coworker, vocational rehabilitation counselor, transition teacher, or anyone who knows a young person with a disability who has a story worth sharing.

Every share helps us reach someone who might not have seen this otherwise.

Is your parent center looking to engage young people? Check out these tips on how Parent Centers canmeaningfully engage ...
06/30/2026

Is your parent center looking to engage young people? Check out these tips on how Parent Centers can
meaningfully engage young adults at different levels within their organizations and create stronger
opportunities for youth voice, leadership, and partnership: https://www.raisecenter.org/wp-
content/uploads/2022/02/RAISE-Tip-Sheet-3-FINAL.pdf
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