Abilities Radio

"Abilities Expo Preview" is a new show featuring just some of the exhibitors who will be attending an upcoming Abilities Expo. Hosted by Christopher Ewing and Julienne Dallara , in this episode we highlight some of the exhibitors who will be attending the Abilities Expo New York Metro in Edison, New Jersey, May 1 - 3, 2026. Featured guests include: Chasen Sordoni, Snap Slide, https://www...

In this special episode of "Life After Stroke with Christopher Ewing" , we are on the sea during one of our "Life After Stroke" cruises! During this special "crossover" episode, Christopher interviews Dr. Phil Lamoreaux , aka "Dr. Phil, The OT Professor" , who is the host of a brand new podcast called " Stroke Survivor Bootcamp " .  Christopher is...

In this premiere episode of " Stroke Survivor Bootcamp" , Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD, OTR/L, CPT, explains what happens immediately following a stroke, and what you need to know to begin your road to recover. - What is a stroke is in simple terms? - What happens in the hospital (ER, ICU or acute care, and sometimes inpatient rehab) - How you, the stroke survivor, can start to regain cont...

In this episode of "Stroke Survivor Bootcamp" , Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD, OTR/L, CPT, shares with caregivers everything they need to know when they find themselves at the hospital with a loved one who has had a stroke, and they have more questions than they have answers.  This is truly a "must hear" episode! ============ Hosted by Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD, OTR/L, CPT, Strok...

In this episode of " Stroke Survivor Bootcamp" , Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD, OTR/L, CPT, discusses everything a stroke survivor, and their caregiver, needs to know to make the best of their recovery immediately following a stroke. This episode includes helpful worksheets that can be accessed by clicking here , or by going to www. StrokeSurvivorBootcamp.com . ============ Hosted by Dr. Ph...

Now it's time for the stroke survivor to be discharged from the rehab hospital and go home.  In this episode of " Stroke Survivor Bootcamp" , Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD, OTR/L, CPT, discusses everything a stroke survivor and their caregiver needs to know about how to prepare the home and make it safe for the stroke survivor after being discharged from the hospital, as well as inform...

In this episode of " Stroke Survivor Bootcamp" , Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD, OTR/L, CPT, discusses the amazing the amazing truth behind neuroplasticity and the brain's ability to change and heal following a stroke. NOTE: Be sure to check out some of the helpful worksheets that can be accessed by clicking here , or by going to www. StrokeSurvivorBootcamp.com . ============ Hosted by...

In this episode of " Stroke Survivor Bootcamp" , Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD, OTR/L, CPT, speaks with Emmy Award winning TV Host/Hemorrhagic stroke survivor, Christopher Ewing .  Christopher is the creator and producer of the "Stroke Survivor Bootcamp" podcast and this episode was taped at sea aboard Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas cruise ship during the " Life...

In this episode of " Stroke Survivor Bootcamp" , Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD, OTR/L, CPT, is at sea on the "Life After Stroke" Stroke Survivor Cruise aboard a Royal Caribbean ship.  During this show, Dr. Phil chats with Chellie Mitchell , a hemorrhagic stroke survivor whose recovery has been remarkable after participating in Dr. Phil's Stroke Survivor Bootcamp sessions. NOT...

In this episode of " Stroke Survivor Bootcamp" , Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD, OTR/L, CPT, talks about the importance of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) when it comes to stroke recovery. NOTE: Be sure to check out some of the helpful worksheets that can be accessed by clicking here , or by going to www. StrokeSurvivorBootcamp.com . ============ Hosted by Dr. Philip Lamoreaux , OTD...

On today's episode of "Life After Stroke with Christopher Ewing" , we are on the road at the Chicago Abilities Expo ! On this episode, Christopher speaks with: - 10 year old stroke survivor, Aidan - Taylor D'Agostino and her mom Jenny .  Taylor suffered a spinal cord injury after a horseback riding accident and shares her insight on never giving up! - 12 year old stroke survivo...

On today's episode of "Life After Stroke" , we are on the road at the New York Metro Abilities Expo ! Important links from this episode: - Mathney   www.matheny.org - Katy Roberts , Managing Director, Abilities Expo & Accessibility Conference, www.abilities.com - Dave Segal , Founder, Chief Innovation Officer, Naqi Logix, www.naqilogix.com - Daniel Trush , Co-Founder & Presi...

The "Life After Stroke" podcast is back with a new episodes!   On today's episode of "Life After Stroke" , we are on the road at the Abilities Expo in Los Angeles! Important links from this episode: - Binh from the Dept. of Rehabilitation  www.dor.ca.gov - Books by Richard Cooks www.prolevelentertainment.org - The Bottle Station www.thebottlestation.com -------------------...

In this episode of "Feeldom Community Spotlight" , podcast host and Feeldom Asst. Designer Adrianne Mascho interviews Jennifer Price of Disability Media Network . For more info about Disability Media Network, go to www. DimeNetworkTV.com About Feeldom: Led by founder and designer Mikyeong "Julia" Kim , our small team of 4 people are dedicated to improving the mobility and lifes...

In this episode of "Feeldom Community Spotlight" , podcast host and Feeldom Asst. Designer Adrianne Mascho interviews Gene Rodgers , author of the book, "Awesome By Accident".  For more info about Gene and "Awesome By Accident", go to www. AwesomeByAccident.com and www.genosplace.org About Feeldom: Led by founder and designer Mikyeong "Julia" Kim , our small...

In this episode of "Feeldom Community Spotlight" , podcast host and Feeldom Asst. Designer Adrianne Mascho interviews Glenn Moscoso , aka "Wheelchair Daddy", blogger and father who shares his thoughts, and humor, about being a parent with Cerebral Palsy. For more info about Glenn Moscoso and "Wheelchair Daddy", go to www. WheelchairDaddy.com About Feeldom: Led by foun...

In this premier episode of "Feeldom Community Spotlight" , podcast host and Feeldom Asst. Designer, Adrianne Mascho  interviews Dominique Bernardo , CEO of Variety, the Children's Charity of the Delaware Valley (aka Variety Club).  Dominique shares with us about Variety Works , programs that educate and empower kids with disabilities to grow up and enter the workforce and go on to l...

In this premier episode of " Through the Eyes of Jessica", actress/model Jessica Frew takes you on the journey that is her life.  Jessica is 20 years old and has Cerebral Palsy. Through this podcast series, Jessica will tell you what it's like to be a young woman unable to walk, unable to talk, unable to use her arms and hands, yet with hopes and dreams to change the world.  At time...

In this episode of " Through the Eyes of Jessica", actress/model Jessica Frew talks about some of the negative experiences that she has had to go through in her young life, and how those experiences have only made her stronger!    Jessica Frew is 20 years old and has Cerebral Palsy. Through her podcast series, Jessica will tell you what it's like to be a young woman who is unable to...

In this episode of " Through the Eyes of Jessica", actress/model Jessica Frew talks about how she got the courage to communicate with others using her eye gaze computer.    Jessica Frew is 20 years old and has Cerebral Palsy. Through her podcast series, Jessica will tell you what it's like to be a young woman who is unable to walk, unable to talk, unable to use her arms and hands, y...

In this episode of " Through the Eyes of Jessica", actress/model Jessica Frew talks about what it's like having friends when you have a disability..    Jessica Frew is 20 years old and has Cerebral Palsy. Through her podcast series, Jessica will tell you what it's like to be a young woman who is unable to walk, unable to talk, unable to use her arms and hands, yet with hopes an...

In this episode of " Through the Eyes of Jessica", actress/model Jessica Frew talks about the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and not letting anything stand in the way of your dreams! Jessica Frew is 20 years old and has Cerebral Palsy. Through her podcast series, Jessica will tell you what it's like to be a young woman who is unable to walk, unable to talk, unable t...

In this special episode of "Life After Stroke with Christopher Ewing" from 2019, Christopher chats with David Korse, President & CEO of Abilities Expo, a nationwide trade show dedicated to highlighting products geared for those who may have a physical disability or motor function impairment. Abilities Expo brings exhibitors from around the world all under one roof, allowing visitors...

On this episode of "The Spina Bifida Report", we discuss the consequences of spina bifida as it relates to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing requirements. On today's show, we chat with:- Jean Bertschmann: Executive Director of Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England www.sbagreaterne.org- Amy Bois: Board Chair, Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England www.sba...

On this special episode of "Life After Stroke with Christopher Ewing", Christopher chats with Dr. Mitchell Elkind, vascular neurologist, Professor of Neurology and Epidemiology at Columbia University, and President-Elect of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, on the topic of the COVID-19 virus and how it relates to stroke survivors. Important questions covered in...