Join us for the RISE Summit 2025 — a two-day conference for families, caregivers, and individuals navigating life with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
📅 September 19–20, 2025
Location: Owensboro Convention Center, Owensboro, Kentucky
Hotel Accommodations
We recommend staying at the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Owensboro. A room block is available — ask for the Puzzle Pieces RISE Summit rate when booking.
Friday, September 19 — VIP Day
- Private tours of Puzzle Pieces facilities
- Board of Directors Q&A panel
- Rise & Connect — marriage and relationships panel for special needs families
Saturday, September 20 — Main Summit
- Keynote address by Jess Ronne
- Nine breakout sessions throughout the day
Breakout Session Topics Include:
- Creative Approaches to Long-Term Living
- Future Planning for Families
- Marriage and Relationships in Special Needs Families
- Siblings’ Perspective Panel
- …and more to come!
Purchase Tickets
Purchase your ticket to RISE Summit 2025 here!
⚠ All ticket sales are final as of 9/1/25.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final after September 1, 2025. Refund requests received before September 1, 2025 will be honored minus a processing fee. No refunds will be issued after September 1, 2025.