Therapy Intensives
Mike Poole of Walk This Way Oxford is well known as The Coach for children with Cerebral Palsy. In today's episode we discuss therapy intensives and explore topics of expectations, mindset an accountability.
I.E.P and 504 Plan
On today's episode 80, we talk with Ms. Annette Graves, as well as Katrina VanBuren from Family Engagement in Special Education, which is part of Arc Tennessee. We discuss IEP vs 504 plans, FAPE, LRE, PLEP, accommodation vs modification, tests for eligibility determination of placement, and how to reach a resolution amidst disagreement.
Autism and Advocacy
John Shouse and his wife Janet, live in Middle Tennessee. They are the proud parents of three adult children, Emma, Evan, and Brandon. Evan is on the Autism Spectrum. John has served as past president at Autism Tennessee and The Arc TN and on today’s episode shares his knowledge and wisdom on some of the supports and programs in Tennessee.
Tennessee Disability Day on the Hill 2023
In today's episode of the podcast, we are joined by Jeff Strand, Coordinator of government and external affairs at the Tennessee Disability Coalition. Jeff will be informing us as to the priority policies related to the disability community for 2023 at the Tennessee General Assembly. We will also be discussing Discussing Disability Day on the Hill which will be held March 8, 2023
Housing Options for the Disability Community
Pete Hixson and his wife Hollie lead an organization to build residential communities for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities called Beyond Communities.
How to create content voicing accessibility and inclusion.
Lia Stoll 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.
Aspen & Tenley Balthazor
Tenley entered this world 11 weeks early to save 3 lives, her twin brother Camden, myself and her own. On November 1st, 2010, the ultrasound tech was taking much longer than usual to get the images Dr. Kuhlmann requested daily.
How VR and AR can be used to help support students with Neurodiversity.
Ange Anderson open and led an innovative specialist school in North Wales for 10 years, introducing over 25 different therapeutic and technological interventions to support students with learning differences. She is the author of several books published by Routledge, including VR, AR, and AI in SEN, which is the UK abbreviation for special educational needs.
Bonus Episode with Rachel Townsend and Sara Alley
The 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.
Special Fathers Network, Dad to Dad Podcast
In today's episode 74, we chat with David Hirsh. David is founder of the Illinois Fatherhood Initiative, as well as host on the Dad to Dad podcast, which is part of the Special Father's Network. David's work is centered on breaking the cycle of father absence, so put your feet up, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready for some awesome conversation.
Friends Life Community
In this episode, we chat with Waverly Ann Harris who has worked with individuals with developmental disabilities and their families for over 15 years. She has been the CEO of Friends Life Community since 2016 where she has developed programs that provide opportunities for adults with IDD to grow personally, develop socially, and be actively involved in the community. She is a sociologist with a Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis and enjoys solving systemic issues and collaborating with others to create meaningful change.
Changing Spaces Tennessee
In today's episode, I chat with Chrissy Beasley Hood. Chrissy is a Governor-appointed member of the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities, Co-chapter Lead for Changing Spaces TN, and founder of Connecting the Journey: Special Needs Support Group.
Demystifying Disability with Emily Ladau
Emily Ladau is a passionate disability rights activist, writer, storyteller, and digital communications consultant whose career began at the age of 10, when she appeared on several episodes of Sesame Street to educate children about her life with a physical disability.
Special Education Advocacy Podcast
Ashley Barlow graduated Magna Cum Laude from Miami University with a BS in German Education (K-12) and received her JD from Salmon P. Chase College of Law in 2006. In a former life, she was a German teacher in Jefferson County Public Schools and Cincinnati Public Schools, having taught nearly every grade from K to 12. She also taught Real Estate and Business Law at Miami University. Her areas of practice now include special education, family law, estate planning, and probate.
"On The Avenue" Nashville TN
In this episode, we chat with Tom Woodard who together with his brothers Matt and John have created a unique workplace in Nashville TN that specifically employs persons with disabilities. On the Avenue is located in the Gulch. It is part distribution center that provides drug testing kits to the State of Tennessee and part advertising studio where the participants known as "citizens" have the opportunity to produce branded content including artwork, videos, podcasts, etc.
Tom Woodard states: " citizens can come to a safe place to build community and confidence."
Interview with Alli Manning
In this episode, we chat with Ali Manning: food scientist, food educator, author, and founder of Umami Food Consulting. With over ten years in the food industry, she utilizes her passion for food, science, and community to help food entrepreneurs tackle issues beyond the kitchen. Ali is the Program Consultant for Project Green Fork and the creator of Food Science 4 Kids, a program that teaches grade-school children food science.
She recently published her first children’s book, entitled “Can I Play with my Food?” a book that explores food and science through the eyes of two sisters, Nema and Lexi.
Inclusive functional fitness and training
Sergio Calderon is the founder of Valiant Fitness. He provides an all-inclusive functional training program for individuals of all abilities. His program was created after awareness that community-based fitness programs were not available to serve individuals with IDD and Mental Health needs. Sergio lives in Murfreesboro, TN but grew up in a small town named Fillmore in Southern California.
Workplace Initiatives and the Disability Rights Movement
I am truly honored to have you with us today, Colleen Starkloff. She is one of the founders together with her husband, the late Max. They founded the Starkloff Disability Institute, which is based in St. Louis, Missouri. The institute is described as a workforce workplace disability advisor.
Stand up Paddle Boarding
Today we chat with Alyssa Walz from Tender Ones Therapy Services, and coming soon we will be talking as well with Colleen Stark from the Stark Off Disability Institute where she chats about the disability rights movement, as well as some of the camps coming up through the institute.
Powered height adjustable adult changing tables.
As the mother and primary caregiver of a special needs child, Carla Christensen has spent over 20 years navigating the world of special education and medical advocacy. She's brought that hands-on experience to her role as Marketing Director for MAX-Ability, where she relishes the opportunity to work with groups like Changing Spaces, Universal Changing Places, Love Hope & Autism, The On-Air Advocate, and now Raising Kellan to increase awareness of a variety of special needs, particularly restroom accommodation for all.