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Stay updated on the latest news and stories from Ray Graham Association. You can read about our achievements, challenges, and plans.
Welcome to the the latest news and success stories from Ray Graham Association. We support nearly 2,000 people and employ around 300—that's a lot of good news that we're proud to share!
Help Us During the SNAP Suspension
Our teams have taken inventory across all homes and identified what’s needed to keep everyone well-fed and supported during this interruption. With your generosity, we are confident that we can get through this together. More…
How Behavioral Health Support Helped Angel Find Her Self-Assurance
See how Angel, with support from RGA's Emerge Behavioral Health Clinic, developed new communication tools to reduce anxiety and participate more confidently in her community. More…
From Rider to Leader: Kelly's Evolution at the RGA Therapeutic Horsemanship Program
Kelly's journey with RGA Therapeutic Horsemanship is a story of transformation. See how she evolved from a participant needing support in the saddle to a dedicated leader and volunteer. More…
Brian Takes His Independence to the Next Level
Already an active participant at Gateway SRA, Brian set new goals for his fitness, social life, and independence. See how his commitment sparked a period of incredible growth. More…
How a Newfound Self-Esteem Transformed Taliyah's Career Journey
A lack of self-esteem made Taliyah's job search difficult. See how working with an RGA job developer helped her flourish into a responsible, independent professional. More…
Anna's Journey: How a Supportive Home Empowers Big Career Goals
Living in her RGA home, Anna was driven by a powerful goal: become a cashier at her job at Mariano's. See how she took charge of her journey to make it happen. More…
Bradley Finds His Voice at Community Learning Services
A move to a new day program can be a big adjustment. For Bradley, the transition to RGA's Community Learning Services in Lombard was the start of an exciting new chapter. More…
Christina Joins RGA Board, Championing "Our Voices"
Meet Christina, the newest member of the RGA Board of Directors, who is using her experience to ensure the voices of people with disabilities are always part of the conversation. More…
A Parent's Biggest Question
“If Medicaid is cut and RGA is forced to close its doors, we don’t know who will care for her after we, her parents, pass away.” - Mike Cleary, Emily’s dad More…
Like We Won the Lottery
“It breaks my heart to think there will be no place for him if Medicaid for the disabled population is discontinued!” - Diane Sapko, Gregory’s mom More…