Raising Jess

“Couldn’t Put it Down! Raising Jess is an amazing book! I started it at 9 pm and stayed up all night to finish it in one sitting.  Vickie Rubin’s writing is masterful! Highly recommend” -Mike S. Ph.D.

“I read this book cover to cover in one sitting.  Vickie, the author, does such a great job telling their story with the perfect balance of facts and feelings.  Beautifully written.” –Kelly S.

“This book was honest, well-written, and inspiring.  Once you start the book, you can’t stop reading it.  Love makes all things possible, even with a few speed bumps along the way.  I will recommend this book to many friends and colleagues.  Read this book!”–Rick B.

“Vickie Rubin is a vulnerable and eloquent storyteller. Vickie shares a story from the beginning of her family's journey with Jess: the highs and the challenges with such grace and humor. This heartfelt book is a must-read for parents, caregivers, and professionals who want to understand and experience true hope.”

“Courageously exploratory, making for a truly enlightening read” -Kirkus Reviews

“An inspiring story brilliantly and powerfully told. I highly recommend it.” -Ashley Adams, author

“This book is beautifully and honestly written from one heart to another. Raising Jess embraces a number of different perspectives and because of this, shines brighter than other stories of families who have children with special needs. Vickie Rubin had me at the first quote, "I thought I would have to teach my child about the world. It turns out, I have to teach the world about my child." -Robert Conway, author

“Vickie Rubin’s heartfelt account of raising her daughter Jess is a must-read for anyone who has a family member with a disability. She said she and Mitch never gave up on their goals for Jessica. The story also shows how people with cognitive or physical differences are capable of so much more than most people realize. She masterfully described how Jessica’s disability also affected her siblings as well as other family members. Her years of research and the explanation of how they pursued different therapies for Jess will help many families pave the way for more effective and meaningful services for their family members. As a person whose career involved working with people with disabilities, I realize how important a family’s involvement can be. Vickie not only advocated for Jess relentlessly after she lived in a group home, but she also showed her readers how to work collaboratively with the staff members who worked with Jess. An inspiring read for anyone!” -Mary P.