May 29, 2019
Did you know that in the United States, 1 in 5 children grow up in poverty? Now imagine being poor and/or homeless, and caring for a child with a developmental disability. Joined by poverty expert, international speaker, and author Dr. Donna Beegle, this episode explores the links between poverty and...
May 9, 2019
In this episode, Torri covers Advocacy; the ins-and-outs of what it can look like for both parents and professionals to connect to services, gain school supports, seek community awareness and engagement, and feel an overall sense of belonging.
Often we can feel overwhelmed, isolated, or alone on this journey with very...
Apr 25, 2019
Host Torri Wright speaks with Toi Gibson to get an insider's view on accessing social services & supports for your child with a diagnosed intellectual or developmental disability.
Resource links:
- Oregon Intellectual & Disability Services: www.oregon.gov/DHS/SENIORS-DISABILITIES/DD/pages/index.aspx
- US Government &...
Apr 4, 2019
Neurodiversity exists everywhere--even at work. In fact, toxic office environments can manifest when people don’t recognize their staff, fellow colleagues, outside partners, etc. may be wired to think or act differently than they do. On this episode, host Torri Wright speaks with Lori Eberly, LCSW, executive coach,...
Mar 25, 2019
Coming to Terms are shorter bonus episodes to help define and demystify the unique language of the behavior space.
In this episode, Torri covers Neurodiversity; a concept where neurological differences (e.g., how we think and process information) are to be acknowledged and respected as any other human variation.
These...