by Nicole Bolinger | Jan 14, 2026 | Book Review, Community, Special Health Care Needs
An audiobook review by Elena Francisco Every person who works with people who have disabilities should read this book. The book is just as billed, an unrepentant memoir. Judith Heumann had polio as a toddler, living her life as a quadriplegic. A few years older than...
by Nicole Bolinger | Sep 30, 2025 | Community, Oral Health, Oral Systemic Link, Special Health Care Needs
Registered Dental Hygienists in Alternative Practice (RDHAPs) are uniquely positioned to make a lasting impact on oral health access, especially for patients with disabilities and those living in underserved communities. Their specialized training extends beyond...
by Nicole Bolinger | Jul 30, 2025 | Direct Access Dental Hygienist, Member Spotlight, Special Health Care Needs
One of the perks of being a member of RDHAP Connect is being featured in a member spotlight on our website and social media pages. Today we’re spotlighting Irene Alvarez, RDHAP, BS. Read below for our interview with Paula! Tell us a little about yourself. Where is...
by Nicole Bolinger | May 29, 2025 | Direct Access Dental Hygienist, Member Spotlight, Older Persons, Schools, Special Health Care Needs
One of the perks of being a member of RDHAP Connect is being featured in a member spotlight on our website and social media pages. Today we’re spotlighting Lindsey Vizcay, BSDH, RDHAP, RDAEF2. Read below for our interview with Lindsey! Tell us a little about yourself....
by Nicole Bolinger | May 12, 2025 | Children, Direct Access Dental Hygienist, Marketing your Practice, Older Persons, Pregnancy, Special Health Care Needs
One of the most common and frustrating challenges for Registered Dental Hygienists in Alternative Practice (RDHAPs) is finding and keeping a steady client base. Unlike traditional dental offices that benefit from location visibility and walk-in traffic, RDHAPs operate...
by Nicole Bolinger | Mar 10, 2025 | Community, Oral Health, Oral Systemic Link, Special Health Care Needs
I have been involved with two different advocacy organizations lobbying for bills and advocating for the populations the RDHAP serves. I remember my first Legislative Day as a member of the California Dental Hygienist’s Association. It began with a meeting in a...
