Our Mission
"At RisingAssist, our mission is to empower adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, fulfilling, and independent lives. Through compassionate, person-centered support, we provide a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment where individuals are encouraged to develop skills, build confidence, foster social connections, and actively engage in their communities. We are committed to promoting dignity, choice, personal growth, and community inclusion while supporting each participant in achieving their unique goals and reaching their highest potential."
Our Program
"We provide a structured day support program designed to promote independence, community involvement, social connection, and personal growth through meaningful skill-building activities and individualized support."
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Life Skills Training: Daily living skills including personal care, organization, and routines.
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Behavioral Support: Individualized support plans tailored to each participant’s needs.
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Health & Wellness: Activities promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
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Recreational Activities: Arts, games, group activities, and community outings to encourage social connection.
Eligibility
To qualify for services at RisingAssist, individuals must:
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Be 18 years of age or older
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Be approved for a Virginia Medicaid Waiver, including:
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Community Living (CL) Waiver
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Family & Individual Supports (FIS) Waiver
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Building Independence (BI) Waiver
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CCC Plus Waiver (when Adult Day Support is authorized)
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Have Adult Day Support services authorized in their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
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Needs structured daytime support to enhance independence, social engagement, and daily living skills
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Be able to participate safely in a group-based, supervised setting
Eligibility alone does not define acceptance. We focus on person-centered care, ensuring each participant’s strengths, preferences, and goals are respected. Program participation is based on the individual’s ability to benefit from Adult Day Support services as outlined in their ISP.
Schedule a tour
We know choosing the right adult day support program is an important decision. A tour gives you the opportunity to meet our team, see our space, and learn how RisingAssist supports each individual with care, respect, and purpose.
We welcome families, caregivers, and support coordinators to visit, ask questions, and experience our program firsthand.