Raising Kellan
197 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsAn information hub for parents of children with disabilities.
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Episode 112. March 25, 2024 Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day
March 24, 2024 23:33 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBLevi, Drake and Kellan chat on their annual meetup to honor CP Awareness Day. Timeline: 2:52 Drake's new job at Dyersburg State Community College 3:37 Kellan's first podcast! 4:21 Levi's 7th Grade will be at High School! 5:16 Drake's upcoming engagement 5:52 Levi's Trip to Gatlinburg 7:17 Levi's therapy 9:11 Kellans' classes 10:03 Levi's favorite subject 11:30 Coach Tim Strayhorn and the Lady Trojans 13:13 Plans for CP Day 14:34 Plans for Nashville 10:15 Levi's new home gym 16...
Episode 111: Jeff Strand from TDC- 113th TN General Assembly
March 21, 2024 23:56 - 26 minutes - 24 MBJeff Strand Coordinator of Government and External Affairs from the Tennessee Disability Coalition will discuss the Priority Bills for Part 2/2 of the 113th Tennessee General Assembly. Here is a link to what we discussed last year (2023) on Episode 78 TDC Priority Bills for 2024 1) TennCare for Working Adults, where persons with disabilities can potentially buy into TennCare services (like HCBS) by paying a premium. Eligibility to participate in this program will exclude present income and...
Episode 110. Part 2 of Vocational Rehab. PRE-employment transition services with LeeAnne Pierce
March 15, 2024 06:05 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this podcast episode, Leanne Pirece from Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) talks about this unique program through the Tennessee Department of Human Services. Pre-ETS is a program that helps students between the ages of 14 and 22 with disabilities prepare for life after high school. The program offers services such as career counseling, advocating for oneself, budgeting, and basic life skills. Leanne explains that Pre-ETS works closely with Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), which...
Episode 109. Part 2: Assistive Technology with Jennifer Cunningham, OTR of the Star Center.
March 01, 2024 10:36 - 25 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode of the Raising Kellan podcast host Marsh Naidoo interviews Jennifer Cunningham, Vice President of Client Services at the Star Center in Jackson, Tennessee. They discuss assistive technology services such as pencil grips, screen readers, and augmentative communication devices for those who cannot speak. The Star Center provides vision services, including orientation and mobility training, as well as communication devices for individuals with speech impairments. They also have ...
Episode 108. Part 1: The Star Center in Jackson TN featuring Dr Jennifer Graves
February 16, 2024 12:03 - 29 minutes - 39.8 MBHost Marsh Naidoo interviews Dr. Jennifer Graves, the president of the Star Center in Jackson, Tennessee. Dr. Graves discusses her connection to disabilities and her passion for helping individuals with differing abilities. She explains how the Star Center was founded by Margaret and Chuck Doumitt who wanted to provide services for their children with Batten's Disease. The center offers a wide range of services, including music therapy, assistive technology, employment services, and a readin...
Episode 108: The Star Center in Jackson TN featuring Dr Jennifer Graves
February 16, 2024 12:03 - 29 minutes - 39.8 MBHost Marsh Naidoo interviews Dr. Jennifer Graves, the president of the Star Center in Jackson, Tennessee. Dr. Graves discusses her connection to disabilities and her passion for helping individuals with differing abilities. She explains how the Star Center was founded by Margaret and Chuck Doumitt who wanted to provide services for their children with Batten's Disease. The center offers a wide range of services, including music therapy, assistive technology, employment services, and a readin...
Episode 107. Hope Heals Camp Experience with Kim Larrick
February 02, 2024 11:33 - 22 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this podcast episode, the host, Marsh Naidoo, interviews Kim Larrick about their experience at Hope Heals Camp. Kim shares that her son, Ben, has a rare genetic condition called Menkes disease, which affects his mobility and other aspects of his health. Her daughter, Kelsey, has cerebral palsy and epilepsy. Kim and her family learned about Hope Heals Camp through Instagram and decided to apply. Kim and Marsh discuss their favorite moments at the camp, including worship sessions, mom's par...
Episode 117. Hope Heals Camp Experience with Kim Larrick
February 02, 2024 11:33 - 22 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this podcast episode, the host, Marsh Naidoo, interviews Kim Larrick about their experience at Hope Heals Camp. Kim shares that her son, Ben, has a rare genetic condition called Menkes disease, which affects his mobility and other aspects of his health. Her daughter, Kelsey, has cerebral palsy and epilepsy. Kim and her family learned about Hope Heals Camp through Instagram and decided to apply. Kim and Marsh discuss their favorite moments at the camp, including worship sessions, mom's par...
Epsiode 106. Equipment Drive for Kali Decker's Mission Trip to Masinidi, Uganda.
January 19, 2024 05:20 - 19 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Marsh Naidoo interviews Kali Decker, a pediatric physical therapist who recently went on a mission trip to Uganda. Kali discusses her journey to becoming a pediatric physical therapist and the need for specialized care for children with disabilities. She also talks about the equipment drive being organized to collect pediatric equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers for her upcoming mission trip. The goal of the mission trip is to provide sustainable care and impro...
Epsiode 106. Equipment Drive for Kali Deckers Mission Trip to Masinidi Uganda
January 19, 2024 05:20 - 19 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Marsh Naidoo interviews Kali Decker, a pediatric physical therapist who recently went on a mission trip to Uganda. Callie discusses her journey to becoming a pediatric physical therapist and the need for specialized care for children with disabilities. She also talks about the equipment drive being organized to collect pediatric equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers for her upcoming mission trip. The goal of the mission trip is to provide sustainable care and imp...
Episode 105. Part 1 Vocational Rehabilitation with Ashley Roberts
January 12, 2024 19:40 - 18 minutes - 24.7 MBToday we chatted with Ashley Roberts, MRC, CRC vocational rehabilitation field supervisor here in NortWest TN. Timeline: 3:27 What is vocational rehabilitation (VR)? 3:54 Who does VR service and what services does it cover? 4:16 How can parents get connected with VR? 5:47 Is VR part of school and when do you enroll for services? 11:58 Does VR involve finding independent living solutions? 14: 06 Can VR coincide with other employment services? 15:39 Conclusion. The transcript of thi...
Episode 105: Vocational Rehabilitation
January 12, 2024 19:40 - 18 minutes - 24.7 MBToday we chatted with Ashley Roberts, MRC, CRC vocational rehabilitation field supervisor here in NortWest TN. Timeline: 3:27 What is vocational rehabilitation (VR)? 3:54 Who does VR service and what services does it cover? 4:16 How can parents get connected with VR? 5:47 Is VR part of school and when do you enroll for services? 11:58 Does VR involve finding independent living solutions? 14: 06 Can VR coincide with other employment services? 15:39 Conclusion. The transcript of thi...
Episode 104. Review of 2023 and what's in store for 2024!
December 28, 2023 18:40 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBDrake Box and Marsh Naidoo recap the highlights of 2023, including our first-ever "Day At The Lake" live event held in Dyersburg TN on August 26, 2023. Savannah Pham has contributed a blog of the podcast highlights titled: Navigating Possibilities: A Year of the Raising Kellan Podcast, 2023. (Link to blog) We are enthusiastic about 2024. Here is a list of upcoming events to mark your calendar. 1) Disability Day on the Hill on February 28, 2024, followed by Disability Advocacy Day on Mond...
Episode 103. Melanie Westmoreland's Top 10 Christmas Kid's Gift List.
November 24, 2023 14:49 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MBMelanie Westmoreland's Top 10 Christmas Kid's Gift List Melanie shares the therapy and fun-focused toys that she has discovered for her children. Here are her Top 10 suggestions: 1) Magna-Tiles 2) Bubble Puzzles 3) Kinetic Sand 4) Weighted Stuff Animals 5) Sensory Swings 6) Bubble Lamp 7) Yoto Audio player 8) Osmo Kit for Tablet 9) Amazon Fire Tablet 10) Gabb Phone DISCLAIMER: The suggestions on this list are general in nature and for individualized advice for your child's the...
Episode #103. Melanie Westmoreland's Top 10 Christmas Kid's Gift List.
November 23, 2023 22:37 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MBMelanie Westmoreland's Top 10 Christmas Kid's Gift List. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marsh-naidoo/message
Episode 102. Jordan Collins talks about Our Place Nashville and the concept of Friendship Houses as inclusive housing options.
November 15, 2023 20:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this episode of the Raising Kellan podcast, host Marsh Naidoo interviews Jordan Collins, the Associate Director at Our Place Nashville, an organization that provides housing solutions for individuals with disabilities in the Nashville area. Jordan shares his personal journey and how he became involved with Our Place. He explains that the organization aims to create inclusive communities where individuals with disabilities can live independently and thrive. They offer affordable housing ...
Episode 101. National Disability Awareness Month with Naveh Eldar of "The Landscape Podcast"
October 26, 2023 19:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this podcast episode, Naveh Eldar, podcast host of The Landscape Podcast chats about his experience with Disability First Employment and the Project Search program. He highlights the importance of disability inclusion in the workplace and the progress that has been made in raising awareness and promoting employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Naveh encourages advocates to approach others with love and understanding, recognizing that everyone has something to learn. O...
Episode 101. National Disability Awareness Month, chat with Naveh Eldar of "The Landscape Podcast"
October 26, 2023 19:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this podcast episode, Naveh Eldar, host of The Landscape Podcast chats about his experience with Disability First Employment and the Project Search program. He highlights the importance of disability inclusion in the workplace and the progress that has been made in raising awareness and promoting employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Naveh encourages advocates to approach others with love and understanding, recognizing that everyone has something to learn. October i...
Episode 100. Joy Life 901 and the Memphis Disability Network with Ashley Parks and Ginna Rauls
October 23, 2023 14:06 - 21 minutes - 30 MBIn today's episode, I chat with co-leaders Ashley Parks and Ginna Rauls who tell us the backstory of Joy Life 901 and the Memphis Disability Network! We discuss the origin story and programs such as the Breakfast Club, fitness programs, and the Memphis Joy Prom. They emphasize the importance of community and connection for parents and individuals with disabilities centered on Christ. Timeline: 2:49 Ashley Parks and Ginna Rauls talk about the origin story of Joy Life 901. 4:39 Ginna's intr...
Episode 99: Lori Green, Executive Director of The Down Syndrome Association of the Mid-South
October 20, 2023 00:23 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBIn today's episode of the Raising Kellan podcast, Marsh interviews Lori Green, the Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Association of Memphis and the Mid-South. Their mission is to empower and advocate for individuals with Down syndrome. Lori also talks about the various programs and services they offer, such as self-advocate classes, tutoring, and social events. She mentions their upcoming fundraiser, the Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk, which will take place on October 29, 2023. Timeli...
Episode 98. The Wond'ry, Vanderbilt's Center for Innovation and Design
October 06, 2023 15:24 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBIn episode #98 of the Raising Kellan podcast, host Marsh Naidoo is joined by Professor Alex Capps who was interviewed on Episode #92, and four students from the Fab Lab at the Wond’ry Vanderbilt's Center of Innovation. They discuss their work in adaptive fashion and the impact it has on the disability community and beyond. The students share their experiences and the skills they have gained through their work at the Wond’ry, highlighting the importance of collaboration and problem-solving. T...
Episode 97. Houston High School Transition School to Work Program
September 22, 2023 16:41 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBHouston High School in Germantown Tennessee is on fire!!! They host a transition school-to-work program and today I chat with Catherine Sadler and O'Malley two incredible teachers who lead the program together with Mr Brian. Timeline 01:29 Memphis Disability Network 02:27 Introductions 04:09 What is the backstory of the transition program at Houston High 11:24 When do you start transitional planning for a student with an IEP 12:40 Pre-vocational training 16:38 ADL Training 19:34 Ho...
Episode 96. College for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
September 08, 2023 12:41 - 29 minutes - 41 MBToday we are going to chat about the Eagle Access Program, a post-secondary program for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. We are joined by: Dr. Brigham Scallion, who is a co-founder of the program, as well as the Northwest Representative of the Tennessee Council for Developmental Disabilities; Dr. Jimmy Barham, who is the Dean of Arts and Sciences and Technology and part of the Planning and Implementation Committee at Eagle Access Program going at DSCC; Dr. Amanda Wa...
Episode 96. Discussion with Panel from Dyersburg State Community College: Eagle Access Program for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
September 08, 2023 12:41 - 29 minutes - 41 MBToday we are going to chat about the Eagle Access Program, a post-secondary program for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. We are joined by: Dr. Brigham Scallion, who is a co-founder of the program, as well as the Northwest Representative of the Tennessee Council for Developmental Disabilities; Dr. Jimmy Barham, who is the Dean of Arts and Sciences and Technology and part of the Planning and Implementation Committee at Eagle Access Program going at DSCC; Dr. Amanda Wa...
Episode 95. Rob Wrubel, CFP® AIF® AEP® talks special needs trusts, SSI, SSDI...
August 19, 2023 02:44 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBToday we are joined by Rob Wrubel, CFP® AIF® AEP®. He is a best-selling, award-winning author of Financial Freedom for Special Needs Families, 30 Days to Your Special Needs Trust and Protect Your Family. He has been a contributing source for local and national media and is a sought-after speaker who regularly gives highly-rated, entertaining, and informative workshops on special-needs planning. His books, workshops, and educational talks help families plan for the future, preserve benefits a...
Episode 94: Jay Camperlino, Director of Youth and Transitional Services at DIDD & Medicaid Alternative Pathways to Independence Program (MAPs)
August 04, 2023 14:08 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBToday Jay Camperlino presents information on a new program being rolled out by the Tennessee, Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, called MAPs Timeline: 01:56 Jay Camperlino's background and how he came to join the MAPs initiative. 08:11. What is MAPs? 17: 46 Selection Criteria to enroll in the program: 1) Transitional-aged student that has a diagnosis of intellectual and developmental disability that is getting ready to graduate from school. 2) Individual lives ...
Episode 93. Debra Ruh a Disability Inclusion Strategist
July 29, 2023 03:51 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBIn today's episode, I chat with Debra Run a global disability inclusion strategist. She is the CEO of Ruh Global Impact, as well as Chairperson of a nonprofit, which is called Billion Strong. Timeline: 02:30 What is the benefit of visual description in a podcast? 03:31 What put you on the trajectory to become a disability and inclusion strategist? 07:25 The Human Potential At Work Podcast 07:52. What does Ruh Global Impact do? 11:49 How do employers receive the messaging regarding Di...
Episode 92. Adaptive Fashion and Inclusive Design
July 14, 2023 12:39 - 30 minutes - 42.6 MBToday I chat with Alex Sargent Capps, Allie Schmidt and Stella Barron about Adaptive Fashion. Alex has served on the Vanderbilt University Theatre faculty since 2001. She is currently the director of the Fiber Arts Build (FAB) Lab at Vanderbilt’s Wond’ry Center for Innovation, serving the Vanderbilt and Nashville community by providing sewing and clothing design instruction to support people of all skill levels in the development of their creative ideas. Alex teaches costume design, fashion ...
Episode 91. Eric Jorgenson with True North Disability Planning
July 08, 2023 13:01 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBEric Jorgensen is the Founder of True North Disability Planning, the go-to resource for families who have children with intellectual/developmental disabilities and the professionals who serve them. He is the host of the “ABCs of Disability Planning” podcast which introduces listeners to organizations and resources they may have never heard of or weren’t sure how to use. And he is the author of Waypoints – a monthly deep dive into disability planning topics. Timeline: 01:45 Eric's Backstor...
Episode 90. What does a Developmental Therapist do within the Early Intervention Program
July 03, 2023 13:30 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBIn today's episode, I chat with Kirst Nordstrom who is a Developmental Therapist in Nashville TN. Kirsti talks about the Family Guided Routines Based Intervention framework which she uses to coach families to help their children with developmental delays or disabilities maximize function with strategies to promote feeding, reading, play, movement, speech, and other milestones of development. Timeline: 03:00 Kirsti's background 05:40 What is Family Guided Routines Based Intervention and h...
Episode #89. Bridging from school to workplace for individuals with developmental disabilities with Erin Riehle from Project Search
June 24, 2023 01:19 - 33 minutes - 46.7 MBIn this conversation Erin Riehle talks about Project Search as an intensive transitional program from high school to competitive integrated workplaces as part of a 9-month program Timeline 03:00 What lead to the formation of Project Search? 08:30 How does the program work? 21:30 How does it work as far as employer buy-in? 26:30 Project Search Conference in Milwaukee week of July 10, 2023 30:00 Conclusion Transcript can be found www.raisingkellan.org This is episode is brought to yo...
Episode 88. Disability EmpowHer Network
June 09, 2023 13:59 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBIn today's episode, we chat with Sophie Poost, Director of Programs at Disability EmpowHer Network, an organization that empowers girls and young women with disabilities through skills building, community, and mentorship. Their flagship program is a Camp held in June in the Adirondack mountains of Northeastern New York, followed by a project completed by the participants and guided by their mentors who they are paired with at Camp. They then get to share this project with the group when they...
Episode 87: Universal Design with Colleen Starkloff
May 26, 2023 11:24 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MBI spoke with Colleen Starkloff of the Starkloff Disability Institute last year on Episode #66 when we discussed workplace diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, disability as part of the diversity, and the Disability Rights Movement. Today we talk: Universal Design and Accessibility. Timeline: 3:29 What is universal design? 4:46 Colleen's Kitchen Redo by Compass Design 7:57 Retrofitting a home vs thinking of universal design before the build. 11:30 Disability as part of the aging...
Episode 86. The Ins and Outs of Toe-walking with Liesa Ritchie PT, DPT, PCS
May 18, 2023 11:24 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MBIs toe-walking something we outgrow? These are some of the questions answered in today's podcast with Liesa Ritchie PT, DPT, PCS from Know To Change for both parents and health providers alike. 1:35 Liesa's Background. 4:57 What sparked Liesa's interest in toe-walking? 7:08 "KnowToChange" as a resource guide for both parents and healthcare providers. 9:13 Is toe-walking something you outgrow? 12:13 Causes-Contributing Factors to toe-walking. " Movement begins and happens at the brain"-L...
Episode 85. Dr Jerry Kartzinel: His family's journey with Autism and the future of Home Life Community in Jackson, Tennessee
April 28, 2023 01:56 - 25 minutes - 35 MBIn today's episode, Dr. Jerry Kartzinel tells us more about the work he and his family are doing at Home Life Community and their goal of establishing a forever home for persons with disabilities to address the increasing housing crisis. Look what they have planned right here in NortWest Tennessee. TimeLine: 03:00 Dr. Jerry's backstory 06:30 What is Home Life Community? 15:00 Work/Employment opportunities for adults with IDD? 17:00 How can parents find out more? 20:54 Future planning n...
Episode 84. All Access Inclusion Network and Nashville Children's Theatre
April 21, 2023 03:31 - 25 minutes - 35 MBApril is Autism Awareness Month. Today we chat with Rachel Jenkins and Colin Peterson. Rachel is an educational consultant, and part of TRIAD, which is an acronym for the Treatment and Research Institute for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Vanderbilt Kennedy Center which is part of Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. As part of this work, Rachel is also a member of the All Access Inclusion Network. TRIAD provides a robust library of resources for parents, educators, and pro...
Episode 83. Camp Conquest
March 31, 2023 20:33 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MBMark is the Founder & CEO of Camp Conquest, an overnight camp for children and adults with special needs and disabilities in Millington, TN. He and his wife, Amanda, are blessed with 5 great kids, ages 15 to 27, and 2 grandchildren. Mark and his family live in Arlington, TN. He grew up in Dallas, TX, where his parents took in 28 foster children when he was growing up, and several had a special need or disability. His message is that camp builds confidence, community, and social interaction. ...
Episode 82. Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day 2023 with Dana Kramer, Levi Ervin and Drake Box
March 25, 2023 00:12 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this episode of the podcast with catch up with our friends Dana Kramer and Levi Ervin (mom and son) from Georgia and Drake Box from the podcast, The Box Factor. We chat about what Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day means from the perspective of lived experience and what has been going on since we last talked two years ago on Episode 12 of the Raising Kellan Podcast. An edited transcript is available at www.raisingkellan.org #GoGreen4CP --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify....
Episode 81. Mike Poole of Walk This Way Oxford
March 17, 2023 12:41 - 40 minutes - 55 MBMike Poole of Walk This Way Oxford is well known as The Coach for children with Cerebral Palsy. In today's episode topics covered and timeframes are: 02:00 Expectations 04:00 Mindset 07:00 Massage and Manual Therapy 09:00 Training, Therapy, and Emotional Responses. 12:00 Teaching kids how to fail 13:00 Mike's Background 20:00 St Louis Children's Hospital 25:00 Time Spent in Therapy 28:00 Accountability 32:00 Different Providers, Different Opinions An edited transcript is availabl...
Episode 80. Family Engagement in Special Engagement
March 10, 2023 11:32 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBIn today's episode, we chat with Katrina VanBuren Ed.S and Annette Graves, MEd, MACR from Arc Tennessee, Family Engagement Project. Timeline: Introduction to Annette Graves and Katrina VanBuren 3:40 What is an IEP and 504 Plan and how are they similar/different? 10;14 Abbreviations commonly used in Special Education: FAPE, LRE, PLEP, accommodation vs modification. 15:49 Tests for eligibility determination of placement. 17:51 How to reach a resolution amidst disagreement. 22:0...
Episode 80. Special Education: IEP vs 504 plan.
March 10, 2023 11:32 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBIn today's episode, we chat with Katrina VanBuren Ed.S and Annette Graves, MEd, MACR from Arc Tennessee, Family Engagement Project. Timeline: Introduction to Annette Graves and Katrina VanBuren 03:40 What is an IEP and 504 plan and how are they similar/different? 10:14 Abbreviations commonly used in Special Education: FAPE, LRE, PLEP, accommodation vs modification. 15:49 Tests for eligibility determination of placement. 17:51 How to reach a resolution amidst disagreement. 22:...
Episode 79: Advocacy and Autism with John Shouse
February 25, 2023 02:56 - 37 minutes - 52 MBJohn Shouse and his wife Janet are parents to 3 adult children, Emma Shouse Garton, and twin boys Evan and Brendan who are now 27. Evan is on the autism spectrum. John has been involved at the local, state, and national levels in the disability advocacy community, including stints as presidents of both Autism TN, and The Arc TN. He was on the national board of The Autism Society of America. He co-authored the book "The Autism Checklist - a Guide for Parents and Educators". John has ...
Episode 78. Tennessee Disability Day on the Hill 2023
February 10, 2023 10:45 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBIn today's episode, I chat with Jeff Strand who is the Coordinator of Government and External Affairs at the Tennessee Disability Coalition. The Tennessee Disability Coalition is an alliance of organizations and individuals joined to promote the full and equal participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of life. This year TDC will be hosting an in-person event Disability Day on the Hill on March 8, 2023, in Nashville TN. This is a chance to gather as a community and take part i...
Episode 77. Housing Options for the Disability Community
February 01, 2023 00:03 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBPete Hixon of Woodstock GA has been married to his wife Hollie for 25 years. They have 2 girls - Addie, a freshman at Samford University, and Hope, in her second year at Shepherds College. By occupation, Pete is a speaker and business coach. By passion and as a parent, he is an advocate for the special needs community. Pete and his wife lead an organization to build residential communities for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities called Beyond Communities. Timeline:...
Episode 76. Lia Stoll of DisabilityWriter.com discusses: How to create content voicing accessibility and inclusion.
January 09, 2023 23:17 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode, we chat with Lia Stoll of DisabilityWriter.com. Lia is a mom, wife, writer, co-founder of Lara Guide Dog in Greece and founder of Disability Writer, a boutique writing studio voicing accessibility and inclusion for disabled people. Timeline: 00:14 Introduction 04:16 What is the origin story of DisabilityWriter.com 06:57 Lia's connection with Lara Guide Dog School 12:58 How long has the Guide Dog School been in operation? 13:14 What is your responsibility at the Gu...
Episode 75. Ange Anderson MEd: How Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality can be used to help support students and adults with Neurodiversity.
December 17, 2022 02:23 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBAnge Anderson M.Ed opened and led an innovative specialist school in North Wales for 10 years, introducing over 25 different therapeutic/technological interventions to support pupils with learning differences. She’s written a number of books focused on SEN (Special Educational Needs) on therapeutic and technological interventions including VR, AR & AI in SEN; Trampolining for Children & Young People with SEN; Music, Sound and Vibration in SEN; and Learning through Play for SEN, all published...
Episode 75. Ange Anderson MEd talks about how Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality can be used to help support students and adults with Neurodiversity.
December 17, 2022 02:23 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBAnge Anderson M.Ed opened and led an innovative specialist school in North Wales for 10 years, introducing over 25 different therapeutic/technological interventions to support pupils with learning differences. She’s written a number of books focused on SEN (Special Educational Needs) on therapeutic and technological interventions including VR, AR & AI in SEN; Trampolining for Children & Young People with SEN; Music, Sound and Vibration in SEN; and Learning through Play for SEN, all published...
Episode 75. How Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality can be used to help support students with Neurodiversity.
December 17, 2022 02:23 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBAnge Anderson M.Ed opened and led an innovative specialist school in North Wales for 10 years, introducing over 25 different therapeutic/technological interventions to support pupils with learning differences. She’s written a number of books focused on SEN (Special Educational Needs) on therapeutic and technological interventions including VR, AR & AI in SEN; Trampolining for Children & Young People with SEN; Music, Sound and Vibration in SEN; and Learning through Play for SEN, all published...
Bonus Episode with Rachel Townsend and Sara Alley
October 15, 2022 04:04 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MBThe Spirit of Volunteerism is an indelible part of being part of community and belonging. In todays episode 2 friends with similars hearts but different missions meet up on the podcast to tell about the organizations and events were they volunteer. Rachel Talks about Paws to Care and the Dyersburg Dyer County Humane Society Ms Sara talks about Addi's Haunted Trail which happens next Saturday, October 22, 2022. Transcript --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po...
Episode 74. Special Fathers Network, Dad to Dad Podcast
October 09, 2022 22:21 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBIn today's episode, I chat with David Hirsh of the Special Fathers Network, a dad-to-dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs as well as host of the Dad To Dad Podcast. David was raised by his mother, a Chicago Public School Teacher after his parents divorced. He is grateful to both his mother and maternal grandfather Sam Solomon for positively impacting his and his brother's lives. David married his high school sweetheart Peggy and after the birth of their fi...