MAPs
Jay Camperlino is the current Youth and Transitions Director with the State of Tennessee at the Department of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. Jay is charged with developing and overseeing the implementation of Maps which is the Medicaid Alternative Pathways to Independence program…
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.
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.
"The Cracks That Let the Light In" By Jessica Moxham
Jessica Moxham is an architect who lives in London. In March 2021 her book, The Cracks That Let the Light In, was published and it talks about the lessons learned from being Ben, her disabled son's, mother.
"Neuroplasticity For Children" by Karen Pryor,DPT
Karen Pryor, Phd, PT, DPT is an experienced physical therapist who uses a common sense approach to help children reach their milestones. You will enjoy this straight talk..
Supporting Special Needs Siblings
Marsh and Drake chat with author Jessica Leving about her book, upcoming podcast and her brother Billy who is autistic.
What is the Katie Beckett Waiver?
The Katie Beckett Waiver is a Tennessee program that is evolving and in its infancy. Its purpose is to give some financial relief to parents raising children with complex medical needs but whose income often excludes them from state funded programs.