Episodes

2019-07-21 Portico Chorus-Ministry of Various Faiths, Ages, Cognitive, Physical, & Musical Abilities 21.07.2019 44:42

Our guests are Diane Barber, the Director of the Portico Chorus, and Members of the Portico Choir. The Portico Chorus is an all-volunteer music ministry. "While God has given each member different and special gifts and abilities, they all share the same commitment to making God's love real through the presentation of inspiring interactive musical performances throughout our community." On this sho...

2019-7-14 Tahni Cullen author of Josiah's Fire: Autism Stole His Words, God Gave Him a Voice. 14.07.2019 44:42

Our guest this week is Tahni Cullen. She is the author along with Cheryl Ricker of the book "Josiah's Fire". "Josiah's Fire". It is an amazing true story of family, hope, and hearing God's voice through a speechless boy with autism. Tahni and her husband Joe were thrust into a nightmare when their two-year-old-son, Josiah, a typical toddler, suddenly lost his ability to speak, play, and socialize....

2019-07-07 Tahni Cullen author of Josiah’s Fire and The Good Giver – 21 Days of Unexpected Blessings 07.07.2019 44:42

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2019-06-30 Vivian Shudde the CEO of the Brookwood Community in Texas discusses their God-centered educational, residential, and entrepreneurial community for adults with disabilities. 30.06.2019 44:42

We are discussing: the Brookwood Story; the Brookwood Philosophy; the Brookwood Facility; the Brookwood Business/Social Enterprises; and the Brookwood Center for Learning their Education/Outreach program for others who hope to create their own Brookwood. There are places available for adults with disabilities to live but very few places that will provide a nurturing environment where they will con...

2019-06-23 Gigi’s Playhouse Tampa_An organization that empowers individuals with Down syndrome and their families 24.06.2019 44:36

This week's show will feature GiGi's Playhouse, a network of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers. GiGi’s Playhouse is an organization that empowers individuals with Down syndrome and their families by providing no cost programs to those in Hillsborough and surrounding counties. Their mission is to change the way the world views Down syndrome through community campaigns, educational programs, a...

2019-06-16 Publix Super Markets, Inc.: Discuss their philosophy of showing no preference when it comes to hiring employees who are differently-abled. 16.06.2019 44:42

Our guest is Brian West the Media and Community Relations Manager for Publix Super Markets. As Brian says, "We look at what a person is able to do, not what they aren't able to do." Publix has been hailed as the No. 1 supermarket for customer satisfaction, one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For," and as an inspiration for its sustainability efforts and community involvement. Publix has s...

2019-06-09 Hearing Loss & All the Latest Technologies and Programs to Improve One’s Hearing 09.06.2019 44:42

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2019-06-02 MacDonald Training Center's Supported Living, Employment, and Community Living Programs 02.06.2019 44:42

Our guest is Karenne Levy the President & CEO of the MacDonald Training Center. An organization known for empowering those with disabilities to lead the lives they choose. We will be discussing their Supported Living Services, Employment Services, and Community Services. MacDonald Training Center is a private – 501(c)(3) non-profit, established in 1953 by J. Clifford MacDonald, as one of...

2019-05-26 ZooTampa at Lowry Park with Jennifer McLachian Vice President of Education at Zoo Tampa. We will be discussing their Autism Friendly Initiatives and other zoo programs. 26.05.2019 44:42

ZooTampa is an organization that is all inclusive when it comes to individuals with special needs. They have worked with the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at University of South Florida to become an autism friendly organization. There are social stories available to families at the park and online. The main social story explains the park in its entirety. Then there are specific soci...

2019-05-19 Specially Fit Foundation - Marky Oliver, the CEO and Founder of the Specially Fit Foundation. He is also a Coach of the Specially Fit Athletes. Their motto is “Changing the community one rep at a time.” 19.05.2019 44:42

Description: Specially Fit Foundation intends to spread the awareness that anyone can participate in exercise despite perceived limitations. By bringing together individuals such as those with special needs or children living in foster homes to join their team, they hope to make a difference in the community by changing lives through health, fitness and love. Specially Fit Foundation’s goal...

2019-05-12 Arts4All Florida – Is a non-profit that conducts art education programs in schools, Department of Juvenile Justice facilities, and community centers. They promote the accomplishments of artists with disabilities 12.05.2019 44:38

Our guests are Wendy Finklea, the Director of Arts4All Florida, and Jennifer Sabo, the executive director of Arts4All Florida. We also have artist Dani Bowman and Janalyn Peppel. Dani Bowman is an animator and entrepreneur who founded her company, DaniMation Entertainment, at age 11.  She has worked professionally in the animation industry since 14. Janalyn Peppel is a graphic designer and en...

2019-05-05 Guardianship with Emma Hemness Special Needs Lawyer. We discuss the process of becoming your developmentally disabled child’s guardian and why it is important. 05.05.2019 44:42

Description: Emma Hemness is our family attorney for Guardianship, Special Needs Trust, and Estate Planning. She is a trusted advisor. Her law practice is The Elder Law Office of Emma Hemness, P.A.  Many of the same laws affecting older adults are of special relevance to persons with disabilities, whether they are children, young adults or seniors. Advising families about the intricacies of S...

2019-04-28 Emma Hemnes Attorney at Law Discusses Long Term Care, SSI, Trusts, and Able Accounts. 28.04.2019 44:42

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2019-4-21 Allen Giese author of When Mental Illness Strikes -Crisis Intervention for the Financial Plan discusses helping families achieve financial well-being in spite of their child’s mental illness. 21.04.2019 44:42

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2019-04-14 Agency for Persons with Disabilities & Family Care Council. Medicaid Waiver and Other Programs 14.04.2019 44:42

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2019-04-07 Social Security Benefits and Supplemental Security Income with Liz Montefu 07.04.2019 44:42

We discuss Social Security Disability benefits and Supplemental Security Income coverage with Liz Montefu, the President and Founder of Montefu Consulting.  Liz has been guiding individuals through the rough waters of Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income claims for over 25 years. She is experienced in benefit coordination and can help – whether you are filing for...

2019-03-31 Ric Edelman discusses providing for your Retirement and your Child with Special Needs 31.03.2019 44:42

Description: Ric has devoted his career to improving financial literacy. Barron’s has ranked him the #1 independent financial advisor in the nation three times. His firm, Edelman Financial Services, is now one of the largest financial planning firms in the country, managing $18 billion for more than 30,000 clients nationwide. Ric is an award-winning radio and television personality, and a #1...

2019-03-24 Champions for Children - Join us as we discuss their various programs from Positive Parenting, Playgroups & Screenings to Child Abuse & Bullying Prevention with their Associate Director, Nikki Daniels. 24.03.2019 44:42

Description: Champions is a nationally-accredited agency working to prevent abuse & neglect by providing evidence-based and research-informed resources, education and support to parents and caregivers. Champions offers various programs including Classes and Individualized Support, Playgroups & Screenings, Home Visiting Services, Child Abuse & Bullying Prevention. Each year, Champions f...

2019-03-17 Easter Seals 100th Anniversary Celebration. America’s largest nonprofit healthcare organization helping 1.5 million people annually with comprehensive health and wellness programs locally and nationally. 17.03.2019 44:42

Our guest is Susan Ventura, the President and Executive Officer of Easter Seals Florida. We discuss their services to include: early intervention, inclusive childcare, medical rehabilitation and autism services for young children and their families; job training and coaching, employment placement and transportation services for adults with disabilities, including veterans; adult day services and e...

2019-03-10 Successful Parents Program helping with mental health and other needs identified by families 10.03.2019 44:50

Description: Our guests are with Success 4 Kids & Families. It is an organization that offers community based services for families in Hillsborough County. They have been offering a helping hand to parents and families when kids begin to experience problems in school, at home, or even with the law since 2005. We will be discussing their successful parents program which addresses mental health...

2019-03-03 The Pepin Academies Transition Program for students with learning disabilities and learning related disabilities. 03.03.2019 44:42

Description: Our guests are Dr. Jeff Skowronek, the Executive Director of the Pepin Academies Tampa and Riverview Campuses and Janae Kaptan, the Transition Coordinator of the Pepin Academies. The Pepin Transition Program offers vocationally based training in conjunction with life and job readiness classes designed for individuals from age 18 to 22 with identified learning or learning-related disab...

2019-02-24 Pepin Academies a tuition free public charter school dedicated to students with learning disabilities and learning related disabilities 24.02.2019 44:42

Pepin Academies celebrates their 20th Anniversary. Our guests are Geri Henry, Principle of the Pepin Academies Riverview Campus and Holly Lisle, Director of Development for the Pepin Academies Foundation. Established in 1999, Pepin Academies are 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit, tuition-free, public charter schools that serve students with specific learning and learning related disabilities. They educat...

2019-02-17 Pharmacist Sally DePalma Discusses Tips on Working with Your Family Pharmacist 17.02.2019 44:42

Sally DePalma is the Executive Director of the special needs ministry the One Roof Initiative. She is also a pharmacist as well. We discuss all aspects of working with a pharmacist - starting with your physician's script, placing your medication order, how to make sure common mistakes don't happen to you, what you can do if your prescription medication costs too much, the pharmacist consultation,...

2018-02-10 F.R.I.E.N.D.S Families, Raising, Inspiring, Educating, Networking for Down Syndrome 10.02.2019 44:42

We will be discussing the support group F.R.I.E.N.D.S. (Families, Raising, Inspiring, Educating, Networking for Down Syndrome) with Belinda Romero of the West Florida Association. Their mission is to provide all encompassing educational and support services to families who have been impacted by Down Syndrome; while promoting complete community integration of those impacted by Down Syndrome. Their...

2019-02-03 Autism Awareness Shop – We discuss their retail operations, vocational training, therapy, support groups and workshops. 03.02.2019 44:42

We have Jennifer Band, the President and Founder of the Autism Awareness Shop, Scott Band, Director of Online Operations and Ardena Bosley, the Community Liaison. Their goal is to increase the independence and improve the overall quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum through gainful employment. The success of this employment will be implemented by intensive and therapeutic on the...