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Accessible Housing Matters

88 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratings

There is a lot of talk out there about the housing affordability crisis. Often lost or forgotten in those dialogues is that for people with disabilities, most of the housing in the country is not accessible. For people with disabilities, and their families, finding suitable housing can often be one of THE major sources of anxiety and stress in their lives. And this subject is, for the most part, ignored by the mainstream media.

This podcast is designed to raise awareness about all matters in the intersection of housing and accessibility. We will speak with knowledgeable experts about the challenges and issues associated with accessible housing. We will hear some success stories. We will share insights and knowledge. We will raise the level of awareness about the importance of accessibility in housing. Our goal? To share and spark new insights into creative ways to solve housing problems. And to improve the quality of the debate about housing in this country.

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Making Homes More Accessible for Disabled Children in Tennessee – How Tucker’s House transforms Houses into Homes

December 18, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MB

How can the design of a home transform the daily life of a child with disabilities and have a lasting impact throughout their lifetime? How does this transformation affect their family and caregivers?   This episode features Marcel Hernandez Development Director of Tucker's House, a nonprofit in Tennessee that customizes homes for disabled children. They focus on creating accessible spaces that cater to each child's needs, considering their future growth and independence. Marcel emphasiz...

Here’s an idea: Make homes more accessible in an affordable way AND create jobs for marginalized groups at the same time!

November 13, 2023 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

What if we could bridge the gap between accessible housing for the aging population and job creation for marginalized communities?   Join us for an inspiring conversation with Kat Kabat, Director of Construction Operations at Hope Renovations, a non-profit organization transforming lives through accessible home renovations and construction training for women and genderqueer individuals. Discover how Hope Renovations is breaking down barriers, building safe living spaces, and creating a m...

Living Safely in Your Home – Making Your Space More Accessible and Aging in Place

September 18, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Why is early and effective planning crucial for long-term home safety and independence?   In this episode, Stephen interviews Janet Engel - an occupational therapist, certified aging-in-place specialist, and an executive certificate in home modification holder - to share her expertise and help people understand the importance of making their living space more accessible and safer for them to navigate. She explains how universal design features can help make life easier and stresses the i...

Your House is “The Hub of Your Happiness” -- How Architect Aaron Murphy Empowers Housing by Advocating for “Aging in Place” for his Clients and by Coaching Other Professionals

August 21, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Why is it crucial to make homes more accessible for everyone? Today, Aaron Murphy, the founder of ForeverHOME, discusses how to create a safe and comfortable space for aging in place. Learn what universal design is and why it is vital to creating accessible homes for everyone. Hear how Aaron has been helping people age in place through his program and how to help those with limited financial resources access quality care. Discover what it’s like to be part of the sandwich generation and how ...

A Passion for Building Accessible Homes in South Florida – Meet Mike Donnelly and Garrett Mayersohn

July 17, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

How do you envision a future where every community prioritizes accessibility and inclusivity in their housing options?   Join us as we explore the inspiring story of Michael Donnelly and Garrett Mayersohn, two people working together to provide accessible housing for people with disabilities and seniors. They discuss their plan to market barrier-free housing as well as the Certified Aging in Place (CAP), which helps people understand how to design for accessibility in the home. They also...

Designing Accessible Housing in New York State -- A Commitment to Supportive and Inclusive Housing

June 12, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

How can you make housing more inclusive and accommodating for people with disabilities? This episode explores Ari Aufgang’s journey into creating supportive and inclusionary housing, his challenges, and the lessons he has learned along the way. He covers topics such as accessibility features for people with disabilities, how to manage public perception of inclusionary housing, and how to choose economical yet attractive elements when designing a building.    Join us as we dive into under...

Accessible Housing Through Medicaid? How California’s CalAim Program Has the Potential to Change the Way We Think about Health Care Benefits

May 22, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Are you looking for a game-changer in healthcare and housing support? In this episode, Jacey Cooper – the California State Medicaid Director – talks about the changes being made to Medicaid in California to provide a broader range of services related to housing and accessibility. From providing community supports such as medically supportive housing and home modifications to recuperative care and rental assistance, she explains how these services are designed to help those in need remain s...

Remembering Bill Pelter, a Lifelong Disability Advocate, 1948-2023

April 24, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MB

Remembering Bill Pelter Last month, our community lost one of our most beloved members. Bill Pelter was a life-long advocate for the civil rights of people with disabilities in the San Francisco Bay Area. He was wise, passionate, and tireless in his advocacy. He was also my friend. In recent years, he frequently spoke about how an aging society meant that many family members are “aging out” of their ability to care for loved ones who rely on their support and whom they have supported the...

Housing Unlimited – Helping Hundreds of People in Mental Health Recovery Live Independent Lives

April 12, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MB

How does providing affordable, independent housing through Housing Unlimited improve the quality of life for adults in mental health recovery? In this episode, our guest is Abe Schuchman, CEO of Housing Unlimited, a Maryland-based nonprofit that provides housing services to individuals with mental health challenges. Abe breaks down their unique shared housing model and focuses on the importance of natural support in shared living environments. He touches on the benefits of portable voucher...

The Corporation for Independent Living – Developing Housing Opportunities for People with Disabilities in Connecticut & Massachusetts for More than 40 Years

January 23, 2023 06:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

People and families thrive best when they have a place to call home and are fully included in the community. In this episode, Chris Canna dives deep into the challenges faced when providing accessible, safe housing for people with disabilities such as staffing needs and the cost of housing. He touches on CIL's work in Massachusetts & Connecticut and discusses how this is leading the way in providing accessible housing for people with disabilities, and their families and the importance of fun...

A Passion for Universal Design – Richard Duncan Discusses the Work of the R. L. Mace Universal Design Institute and the Better Living Design Institute

January 09, 2023 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Are you building and remodeling to better meet the needs of everyone at every life stage? In this episode, Richard Duncan shares insights into how the R. L. Mace Universal Design Institute works to improve the built environment for those with disabilities. He touches on the efforts to promote universal design in the housing sector as well as potential funders who specialize in forward-thinking mechanisms to make this project viable. Let's dive into how home technology is changing the way peo...

The Best of Accessible Housing Matters: Season #2, Episode #16 “Moms Moving Mountains” – The Story of Smokey Hollow (First aired September 18th, 2022)

January 02, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Happy New Year! This is the last in my series of “Best of” episodes I wanted to share with you a 2nd time during this holiday season. This past September, I met three powerful women who took on the recalcitrant bureaucrats in New York State and are changing their worlds and the future for their kids. It is an incredible story, and I’m delighted to share it with you again. I hope you have enjoyed these replays over the past few weeks. Next week, I’ll be back with a brand new interview! Sm...

The Best of Accessible Housing Matters: Season #1, Episode #43 How Rosemarie Rossetti Built Her Dream Home to the Highest Accessibility Standards and Created a National Demonstration Home in the Process (First aired March 27th 2022)

December 26, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Happy Holidays! This is the 2nd of three of my most popular interviews from 2022, that I am sharing with you this holiday season.    Back in March, I had the pleasure of interviewing Rosemarie Rossetti about her experience building her dream home…and developing a network of resources and accessible design standards in the process.  It was a wonderful conversation, and I hope you enjoy hearing our discussion…especially if you missed it when it first came out.  Please enjoy…and stay tuned ...

The Best of Accessible Housing Matters: Season #1, Episode #34 - A Story of Better Independent Living -- How Chris Cooley uses Remote Support Technology to Live Safely and Securely in His Own Home (First aired January 16th, 2022)

December 19, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Hi Everyone. Happy Holidays! It has been a wonderful year of great interviews and terrific learning here on the podcast. I thought it would be great to revisit a few of my most popular interviews from 2022.  First up, my most popular show ever: Back in mid-January, I interviewed Don Shirley and Chris Cooley about SafeinHome. SafeinHome has been a “life changer” for Chris, and in this conversation, we learn all about his experience using the service. Enjoy!  SafeinHome President Don Shirl...

Helping Seniors to “Age in Place” – The PACE Program

December 12, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

Are you looking to live safely and independently at home? In this episode, Maria Zamora delves into PACE programs and how it provides access to all-inclusive care for the elderly. She breaks down how PACE helps participants retain their independence, live in their own homes, and decrease their reliance on institutional care. Maria points out the challenges these programs face and explains why they offer flexibility to address individual needs. Let’s dig into it! Maria Zamora became CEO of ...

Innovation, Independence, and Integration – How a Non-Profit in Maine is Creating a New Paradigm in Accessible Housing

November 28, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Have you ever wondered what you need to create inclusive, innovative & integrated accessible housing?  In this episode, Paul Linet introduces 3i HoME and talks about their upcoming affordable and accessible housing project. He stresses how there’s a dearth of accessible housing that meets the needs of people with mobility impairments and other disabilities. Paul digs deep into the challenges that are involved in creating accessible housing, and how you can help make this issue a priority. Le...

“Accessibility Equals Energy” – Meet Accessibility Strategist Julie Sawchuk!

November 07, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Are you looking for ways to create an accessible space to live in? In this episode, Julie Sawchuk digs into how to identify any potential accessibility issues in a building, what can be done to make the building more accessible, and how much money should be budgeted for accessibility. She also describes better practices that would be more comfortable and safe for people with disabilities. Tune in and discover how to create an accessible home for you, your family, and your future! Julie Saw...

“Caregiving is the Backbone of Accessibility” – Why the Work of Nancy’s House is SO important for Accessible Housing

October 24, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Maintaining yourself as a care partner in the best possible way to be physically, mentally, and emotionally strong is what allows you to provide the best care and support for this person who is relying on you for their well-being. In this episode, Elissa Lewin teaches how to care for yourself while caring for others, and how this will allow you both to maintain a level of independence. She breaks down the benefits of attending one of Nancy's House's retreats or online programs, as well as ho...

Adventures in House Hunting, Part 7 - Jeremy Johansen

October 17, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Are you ready to buy your first home? In this episode, Jeremy Johansen shares his experience buying a home in 2010. He found homes that were based on price, location, and basic facilities. He also looked for houses that were accessible for him in terms of community and location. Jeremy's experience illustrates the importance of accessibility in home buying. Let's dive in! Jeremy Johansen purchased his home in San Leandro California in 2010. He has lived there happily, enjoying his beautifu...

Becoming Rentable – Finding Accessible Housing for Short-Term Stays and Vacations and Setting a New Standard

October 10, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

It's time to change how we view accessible short-term (vacation) rental properties. In this episode, Lorraine Woodward digs into the mission of Becoming RentABLE, what they are doing to shift the way the world thinks about accessibility, and how everyone can help make this a global change. She breaks down the five focus areas and the 36 filters they offer in order to help people with disabilities customize their own needs and find the best property for them and their families. Let's dive in!...

My Conversation about this Podcast with Eric Jorgensen

September 26, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MB

In June of 2022, I was honored to be a guest on the podcast, “The ABCs of Disability Planning’, hosted by Eric Jorgensen.  He had invited me on his show to learn more about my podcast and my work. The conversation turned out to be amazing, and we chatted about some of the key themes that have emerged in my podcast over the past couple of years. So I thought I would share some of the interview I did with Eric right here. I hope you enjoy the discussion! Key Highlights: [00:01 - 06:52] Ope...

“Moms Moving Mountains” – The Story of Smokey Hollow

September 19, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

Smokey Hollow was conceived by a parent who wanted to expand residential choices for her adult son who needs 24/7 support. In New York state, the group home model has years-long wait lists, and the individual and family have little choice in where and with whom the individual can live. That leaves a gaping hole in services for a vulnerable population with few viable options available to them. Created by Trish Albanese in collaboration with her son and other adults with intellectual/develop...

Staying Mobile – How Craig Coogan’s Services Promote Accessible Living and Aging in Place

September 12, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MB

Are you seeking out solutions that allow your personal independence as much as possible? In this episode, the president of Lift & Transfer Specialists, Craig Coogan digs into their company's work in accessible housing, the different types of Surehands products, and how they are tailored specifically for people with disabilities. Craig discusses some of the challenges he's faced in his career, and what he likes the most about the accessibility industry. Let’s dig into it! Craig Coogan has b...

35 Housing Projects and another 24 in the Pipeline – An Accessible Housing Success Story in New Jersey

September 05, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MB

Build homes that people can afford. In this episode, Tom digs into the Bergen County United Way mission and how they focus on inclusion and strive to be equitable in all they do. He also shares the challenges developers face when building supportive housing and how affordable housing is a positive term needed to solve the housing affordability crisis. Tune in and dive into an accessible housing success story in New Jersey! Tom serves on the Board of the NJ 2-1-1 Partnership, driving the im...

Adventures in House Hunting, Part 6 - Cheryl

August 29, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 15.2 MB

Are you looking to be a homeowner instead of a renter? In this episode, Stephen talks with Cheryl Engel about her experience purchasing a home in April of 2022. She discloses the importance of location and accessibility when purchasing a home. Cheryl stresses how she was able to find a lender and bring her own income to make the purchase work financially. She also discussed how important it is to manage your money before you go out and buy a home, as well as some advice for people who are th...

An Accessible Housing Option for Service Providers: Scioto Properties

August 08, 2022 05:00 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MB

What if it was possible to remove the burden and pain of real estate so providers can focus on helping people live healthy, independent, and fulfilled lives? In this week's episode, the President of Scioto Properties, Matt Mumma discloses how they provide impact real estate solutions to having positive outcomes for people with disabilities. He discusses how he transitioned from being a provider to an accessible housing advocate, and shares his story of how he fell in love with the mission of...

Why Climate Change is Making It Even Harder for People with Disabilities to Find Accessible Housing

August 01, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 21 MB

Have you ever wondered how climate change is impacting housing and people with disabilities? In this episode, Alex Ghenis discusses the impacts of climate change on housing for people with disabilities, particularly the challenges of providing a stable and accessible place to live. He stresses the importance of building housing in the right places and how inclusive housing is environmentally friendly. Alex offers advice on researching potential housing options and discloses ways in which the...

In the Trenches: How DO you Create New Accessible and Inclusive Housing Spaces? A Chat with the CEO of a Washington DC-Area Non-Profit Doing Just That

July 25, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Are you figuring out how to build a world where people with disabilities are fully included? In this episode, Larysa Kautz, the President & CEO of Melwood, a leading employer, and advocate for people with disabilities headquartered in the DMV discloses how this organization is working to create accessible housing and how it can help individuals with disabilities live independently and achieve gainful employment. Se is hopeful about the challenges ahead, despite vocal opposition from some ind...

The Power of Inclusive Housing to Create Community and Improve Health & Wellness Outcomes – The Main Street Model

July 18, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Creating dynamic opportunities through affordable, inclusive housing and community engagement is vital so people of all abilities can live their best lives. In this episode, Jillian Copeland, the founder and Interim Executive Director of Main Street, discusses the residential onboarding class they offer, and how their programs are helping individuals access quality, affordable housing. Their goal is to transform the lives of those who are living with disabilities by providing opportunities f...

How the National Association of Realtors Advocates for Housing for People with Disabilities

June 27, 2022 06:00 - 28 minutes - 20.4 MB

Do you also believe that accessible housing is important for socializing and connecting deeply with your community? Our guest today is Bryan Greene, the Vice President of Policy Advocacy at the National Association of REALTORS® where he oversees all legislative and regulatory advocacy on behalf of the association’s 1.5 million members. Bryan joined NAR in November 2019 and spent his first year at NAR raising the association’s profile in Washington and nationwide on all fair-housing-related p...

Support H.R. 7676: Proposed Federal Law to Help People Afford Accessibility Renovations in their Homes

June 20, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Good messages, subsidies, and incentives are critical to market development. In this episode, Lewis Tenenbaum, the CEO of Homes Renewed Coalition digs into how the organization is working to make homes more accessible for everyone and how H.R.7676 would allow people to finance modifications to their homes without paying taxes or penalties. He also explains how the process to pass legislation for people with disabilities and older adults can be improved and why financial advisors should be mo...

How the State of Tennessee integrates Enabling Technology into its programs and services for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

June 13, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Enabling Technology is the use of various forms of devices and tech to support a person with disabilities to live as independently as possible. In this week's episode, I have a great conversation with the Director of Enabling Technology, Milton Neuenschwander about how technology first is essential to providing successful services for individuals with disabilities. The state of Massachusetts has been at the forefront of this effort, and Milton shares some of the ways that technology has been...

NestIDD: A Real Estate Business Model for Providing Accessible Rental Housing

June 06, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MB

As a care provider, we know that finding a good home for people with IDD can be one of the hardest parts of your job; fortunately, there are incredible real estate firms such as NestIDD that buys, renovates, leases, and manages homes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this episode, the Co-Founder & CEO of NestIDD, Andrew Parker shares his journey in providing support to the care agencies who work with people with IDD by purchasing and fixing up properties specifi...

Hope House – Providing In-Home Support for Independent Living

May 30, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Do you want to make a difference in your community? In this week's episode, our guest is Susan Henderson, the associate executive director of Hope House, an organization that provides in-home support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Susan describes Hope House as a foundation that provides all levels of support - including related activities of daily living (ADLs), to its clients in their own homes. She gives her insights about the current staffing crisis and housin...

Technology First - Setting the standard for use of technology for in-home support

May 23, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

We all should have that opportunity to make choices for our lives, and we all should have the opportunity to advocate for our preferences in our lives. In this episode, Cameron Kempson, the co-founder, and director of education for Shift talks about the organization's focus on technology's first best practices and the importance of dignity of risk. She discusses how accessible housing matters by providing opportunities for people with disabilities to make choices for themselves and learn fro...

Integrating Enabling Technology with In-Home Support for People with Disabilities

May 16, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MB

Do you really know how innovative and affordable technology solutions can transform how we care for individuals with disabilities, aging adults, and veterans? In today's episode, the President of SimplyHome: Empowered by Technology, Jason Ray, talks about the company's history, focus on technology, and how to provide a person-centered experience with remote support. Jason also discusses some of the unique devices and sensors that are commonly used in a home environment and how technology can...

Best Buddies Living -- How a Major National Non-Profit is Developing their Model for Inclusive Housing

May 09, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MB

Are you familiar with the Best Buddies Program? Best Buddies Living falls right into that category of accessible housing, which means an environment where residents feel safe, welcomed, included, and have access to the same opportunities as everyone else. In this episode, Julia Moluf,  the Residential Manager for Best Buddies Living in Washington, D.C, shares how this organization provides a place for people with and without disabilities to live together, form relationships, and have access ...

Season Two Begins Next Week!

May 05, 2022 05:00 - 1 minute - 9.65 MB

Season 2 of Accessible Housing Matters is almost here! I look forward to sharing more great discussions with you in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for brand new episodes beginning next Monday with amazing new guests where we’ll have deep conversations about how people all over the country are working hard to make housing more accessible. Don’t forget to check out some of the great interviews from the past year on my new YouTube Channel: Accessible Housing Matters. If you want to learn more, ...

Season 2 Promo

April 12, 2022 06:56 - 2 minutes - 3.45 MB

Great news!   Season 2 of Accessible Housing Matters is just around the corner. In just a few weeks. I'll be back with brand new episodes. I will be speaking with accessible housing developers, smart technology experts and other amazing people doing amazing things to help make housing more accessible.    In the meantime, please check out some of the great interviews from the past year. Now you can watch them on my brand new YouTube channel or you can also access previous episodes fr...

Short Break

April 04, 2022 05:00 - 27 seconds - 631 KB

Hi Everyone!   I’m taking a bit of a break so there won’t be a new show this week.  But I’ll be back soon with brand new interviews, featuring exciting and interesting guests.   In the meantime, please check out some of the amazing interviews from the past year.   You can access them from your favorite podcast server, or simply play them directly from my website, at http://www.AccessibleHousingMatters.com   Thanks for listening, and I look forward to sharing more great discussi...

How Rosemarie Rossetti Built Her Dream Home to the Highest Accessibility Standards and Created a National Demonstration Home in the Process

March 28, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MB

Welcome to Accessible Housing Matters!   In today’s episode, I welcome Rosemarie Rossetti   Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D. is a powerful, internationally recognized expert on accessible and universal design. She speaks to and consults with design and building professionals who want to design homes and workplaces that are more accessible, safe, and inclusive. She is the President of Rossetti Enterprises Inc. which she founded in 1997.  Rossetti and her husband designed, built, and live in ...

Help is on the Way! How U-Home Consulting Helps People Evaluate their Homes for Accessibility

March 14, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MB

In today’s episode, we are joined by Andrew Myers.  Andrew is an occupational therapist who specializes in home modifications and universal design.  He founded U-Home Consulting five years ago to empower people to thrive in their homes and communities.  Based in California, he works with clients all over the United States.   Listen to find out more about:   [00:01 - 05:35] Opening Segment I welcome Andrew Myers to the Show Bio Andrew shares what he does as an occupational therapi...

Ep. 41 - Adventures in House Hunting, Part 5 – Johnathan & Zoha

March 07, 2022 13:36 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MB

In this week’s episode, I’m very excited to be continuing my series of Adventures in House Hunting! For that reason, I have two very special guests, Johnathan Mazzeo and Zoha Raad. They bought their home in Concord California in August of 2020 and are enjoying their time living there with their two boys Daniel and Dean. They are a wonderful family that will share with us their experience becoming homeowners, and their decision to take risks and don’t wait anymore to pursue their dream home! ...

Adventures in House Hunting, Part 5 – Johnathan & Zoha

March 07, 2022 13:36 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MB

In this week’s episode, I’m very excited to be continuing my series of Adventures in House Hunting! For that reason, I have two very special guests, Johnathan Mazzeo and Zoha Raad. They bought their home in Concord California in August of 2020 and are enjoying their time living there with their two boys Daniel and Dean. They are a wonderful family that will share with us their experience becoming homeowners, and their decision to take risks and don’t wait anymore to pursue their dream home! ...

“A Place in the World” – How This 2020 Study Is Reshaping the Way We Think About Accessible Housing

February 28, 2022 06:00 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

Welcome to Accessible Housing Matters!   In today’s episode, I welcome Denise Resnik   Denise is the founder and president/CEO of First Place® AZ (established in 2012), co-founder of the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC, established in 1997), and founder and CEO of DRA Collective, a marketing/communications firm (established in 1986) that serves clients in a variety of fields, including real estate, economic development, healthcare, education, and hospitality. Her a...

Thinking Outside the Box in San Francisco: How a Government Office Normally Known for Helping People with Disabilities to Find Work Now Includes Helping Them to Also Find a Place to Live

February 21, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MB

Welcome to Accessible Housing Matters!   In today’s episode, I welcome Ben Tran and Gurinder Pabla   My guests Ben Tran and Gurinder Pabla work in the San Francisco office of the California State Department of Rehabilitation.   Ben is the District Operations Support Manager, and Gurinder is the Community Resource Navigator.     Listen to find out more about:   [00:01 - 06:12] Opening Segment I welcome Ben Tran and Gurinder Pabla to the Show Bio Ben shares what the Departme...

What does “Inclusive Housing” Really Look Like? Let’s talk about Our Stomping Ground Inclusive Communities in Virginia

February 14, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MB

Welcome to Accessible Housing Matters!   In today’s episode, I welcome Paula Manion & Donna Budway   Paula Manion is the Founder and Chair of Our Stomping Ground - Inclusive Communities.  She is a strong and passionate leader of the mission to create affordable, inclusive communities and meaningful lives for adults with disabilities. Paula’s belief is that the greatest barriers adults with disabilities face are not their disability--they are the barriers to housing, employment, and m...

A New Project to Create Higher Standards for Developing Accessible Housing

February 07, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 43.2 MB

Welcome to Accessible Housing Matters!   In today’s episode, I welcome Erick Mikiten   Erick Mikiten, AIA, started Mikiten Architecture in 1991 to elevate multi-family affording housing to a higher level of care and design. As a wheelchair-rider and hard-of-hearing architect, Erick has been sought after by clients around the country to bring new, creative levels of design to mixed-use, library, museum, global corporate workplace, and single- and multi-family projects, and appointed b...

Ep. 36 - Adventures in House Hunting, Part 4 -- James & Joellen

January 31, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MB

Welcome to Accessible Housing Matters!   In today’s episode, I welcome James and Joellen Conway   James and Joellen bought their new home together in Rio Vista, California last year.  Rio Vista is about 70 miles from San Francisco.   Listen to find out more about:   [00:01 - ] Opening Segment I welcome James and Joellen Conway to the Show Bio   [01:26 - 24:12] James & Joellen’s House Hunting Adventure James and Joellen share about the house that they bought Six Years ...

Ep. 36 - Adventures in House Hunting -- James & Joellen

January 31, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MB

Welcome to Accessible Housing Matters!   In today’s episode, I welcome James and Joellen Conway   James and Joellen bought their new home together in Rio Vista, California last year.  Rio Vista is about 70 miles from San Francisco.   Listen to find out more about:   [00:01 - ] Opening Segment I welcome James and Joellen Conway to the Show Bio   [01:26 - 24:12] James & Joellen’s House Hunting Adventure James and Joellen share about the house that they bought Six Years ...

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