Navigating Neurodiversity https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com Navigating Neurodiversity helps families, caregivers and professionals better support neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism and other intellectual or developmental disabilities. Guided by host Rita Rich, every episode offers actionable advice, inspiring conversations and trusted resources to help you navigate the journey with confidence.
This podcast has been created by The Arc Southern Chesapeake and was formerly known as "See Me. See My Ability."
]]> Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Health & Fitness:Mental Health 1440 episodic Navigating Neurodiversity helps families, caregivers and professionals better support neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism and other intellectual or developmental disabilities. Guided by host Rita Rich, every episode offers actionable advice, inspiring conversations and trusted resources to help you navigate the journey with confidence. Arc Southern Chesapeake Arc Southern Chesapeake No false https://feed.podbean.com/navigatingneurodiversity/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16803169/Navigating_Neurodiversity_Logo_Square69quv.png Navigating Neurodiversity https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com 144 144 Presuming Competence: Changing How We Think About Autism and Ability Presuming Competence: Changing How We Think About Autism and Ability https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/presume-competence-a-new-look-at-autism-and-communication/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/presume-competence-a-new-look-at-autism-and-communication/#comments Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:00 -0400 navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/95bb1394-1b0e-33f0-a678-125df05b2009 “My son is not a tragedy.” … For writer, journalist and autism caregiver Kelley Colihan Robertson, supporting her 24-year-old autistic son has meant challenging assumptions about intelligence, communication and capability. She shares what she's learned about presuming competence, finding ways for nonspeaking or limited-speech autistic people to communicate, and focusing on what individuals can do rather than what others assume they can't.

]]> “My son is not a tragedy.” … For writer, journalist and autism caregiver Kelley Colihan Robertson, supporting her 24-year-old autistic son has meant challenging assumptions about intelligence, communication and capability. She shares what she's learned about presuming competence, finding ways for nonspeaking or limited-speech autistic people to communicate, and focusing on what individuals can do rather than what others assume they can't.

]]> Arc Southern Chesapeake false No 1076 88 full Education, Advocacy and Making Good Trouble Education, Advocacy and Making Good Trouble https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/tag-team-advocacy-sarah-ed-eskowitz-%e2%80%94-building-arc-calvert-county/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/tag-team-advocacy-sarah-ed-eskowitz-%e2%80%94-building-arc-calvert-county/#comments Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:29:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/8cd535c4-4695-3475-8737-07eeb72e91c7 Sarah and Ed Escowitz weren’t afraid to make trouble. That’s why they made history. In Part 2 of our conversation, Sarah reflects on their work building The Arc in Calvert County, fighting for better special education and helping parents use IEPs in schools to advocate for their children.

Sarah and host Rita Rich discuss the challenges of securing local special education and services, their move and continued advocacy in Virginia, and the lasting recognition of their work through an ARC volunteer award in their name.

]]> Sarah and Ed Escowitz weren’t afraid to make trouble. That’s why they made history. In Part 2 of our conversation, Sarah reflects on their work building The Arc in Calvert County, fighting for better special education and helping parents use IEPs in schools to advocate for their children.

Sarah and host Rita Rich discuss the challenges of securing local special education and services, their move and continued advocacy in Virginia, and the lasting recognition of their work through an ARC volunteer award in their name.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 677 3 87 full When No Was The Only Answer: Part 1 with one of the earliest Arc leaders Sarah Eskowitz When No Was The Only Answer: Part 1 with one of the earliest Arc leaders Sarah Eskowitz https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/a-mothers-fight-from-institutions-to-community-homes/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/a-mothers-fight-from-institutions-to-community-homes/#comments Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/95e1fb97-87fa-33b5-9a5f-1e18c13fdcc8 Sarah Eskowitz recounts raising her son with significant disabilities in 1970s Calvert County, noticing developmental delays and rejecting institutional care in favor of community-based, family-sized homes.

She and other parents successfully advocated to shift funding and policy toward smaller supported homes; today her son lives in a supportive group home, socially engaged and well cared for, illustrating how grassroots advocacy transformed services for people with disabilities in Southern Maryland.

]]> Sarah Eskowitz recounts raising her son with significant disabilities in 1970s Calvert County, noticing developmental delays and rejecting institutional care in favor of community-based, family-sized homes.

She and other parents successfully advocated to shift funding and policy toward smaller supported homes; today her son lives in a supportive group home, socially engaged and well cared for, illustrating how grassroots advocacy transformed services for people with disabilities in Southern Maryland.

]]> Sarah Eskowitz recounts raising her son with significant disabilities in 1970s Calvert County, noticing developmental delays and rejecting institutional care in favor of community-based, family-sized homes. As tough as it gets in our present day, it was much worse 50 years ago. Thanks Sarah for her persistence and strength. arcsomdpodcast false No 811 3 86 full Food Is Medicine: Transforming Group Home Nutrition with My25 Food Is Medicine: Transforming Group Home Nutrition with My25 https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/food-is-medicine-transforming-group-home-nutrition-with-my25/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/food-is-medicine-transforming-group-home-nutrition-with-my25/#comments Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/b65b5aa4-c373-3e7c-9e73-84235696cf75 Host Rita Rich interviews Jim Vail, co-creator of My25, about using a meal-planning platform to improve nutrition and health for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They discuss practical tools like videos, smart grocery lists, plate rebalancing, and moderation over deprivation, plus measurable outcomes such as improved BMI and reduced medication needs.

Learn how My25 saves staff time, supports healthier choices in group homes, and where to find the platform and ARC Southern Chesapeake resources.

 

 

]]> Host Rita Rich interviews Jim Vail, co-creator of My25, about using a meal-planning platform to improve nutrition and health for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They discuss practical tools like videos, smart grocery lists, plate rebalancing, and moderation over deprivation, plus measurable outcomes such as improved BMI and reduced medication needs.

Learn how My25 saves staff time, supports healthier choices in group homes, and where to find the platform and ARC Southern Chesapeake resources.

 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 635 3 85 full Summer, Rights, and Resilience: Olmstead Under Threat Summer, Rights, and Resilience: Olmstead Under Threat https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/summer-rights-and-resilience-olmstead-under-threat/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/summer-rights-and-resilience-olmstead-under-threat/#comments Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:41:31 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/f2a520d9-68e6-32cd-9409-745b6e94560b See Me, See My Ability is the podcast of the ARC Southern Chesapeake. In this episode, Rita Rich celebrates summertime activities while spotlighting the work supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The episode explains the Olmstead Supreme Court decision and a recent Department of Justice opinion that could weaken community living protections, featuring warnings from disability advocates about the potential consequences for home and community‑based services.

ARC Southern Chesapeake affirms that disability rights are human rights, shares how advocates are monitoring these threats, and invites listeners to find the podcast at arcsoch.org and consider supporting their work.

 

Citations:

You tube link pbs news hour:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWV6LABu0T0     Arc USA Position on Department of Justice Opinion   https://www.arcnc.org/blog/position-statement-special-education-and-community-integration?fbclid=IwY2xjawSuKrBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe7U1_fAbPBf2BoVzQGvGi_k2_h8ytcU_ZT15llZ4p5O_EQfPyJa3mvBGMWaw_aem_1i1i1THN3SMbgXubf7qfEQ]]> See Me, See My Ability is the podcast of the ARC Southern Chesapeake. In this episode, Rita Rich celebrates summertime activities while spotlighting the work supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The episode explains the Olmstead Supreme Court decision and a recent Department of Justice opinion that could weaken community living protections, featuring warnings from disability advocates about the potential consequences for home and community‑based services.

ARC Southern Chesapeake affirms that disability rights are human rights, shares how advocates are monitoring these threats, and invites listeners to find the podcast at arcsoch.org and consider supporting their work.

 

Citations:

You tube link pbs news hour:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWV6LABu0T0     Arc USA Position on Department of Justice Opinion   https://www.arcnc.org/blog/position-statement-special-education-and-community-integration?fbclid=IwY2xjawSuKrBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe7U1_fAbPBf2BoVzQGvGi_k2_h8ytcU_ZT15llZ4p5O_EQfPyJa3mvBGMWaw_aem_1i1i1THN3SMbgXubf7qfEQ]]> The episode explains the Olmstead Supreme Court decision and a recent Department of Justice opinion that could weaken community living protections, featuring warnings from disability advocates about the potential consequences for home and community‑based services. arcsomdpodcast false No 352 3 84 full Inside ARC’s Sensory Room: Serenity, Shaving Cream & a Lava Lamp Inside ARC’s Sensory Room: Serenity, Shaving Cream & a Lava Lamp https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/inside-arc-s-sensory-room-serenity-shaving-cream-a-lava-lamp/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/inside-arc-s-sensory-room-serenity-shaving-cream-a-lava-lamp/#comments Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/3b642e19-805c-332b-9f9a-f5a45f031c01 See Me, See My Ability presents a look inside the ARC Southern Maryland’s new sensory room in Lexington Park with Beth Wolfe, the director of nursing. In this episode Beth describes the room’s calming features — subdued lighting, music, a lava lamp, a chalkboard mural by a program participant, and flexible seating — designed to offer quiet and choice.

The episode highlights hands-on activities like shaving cream play, weighted blankets, music stations, therapy balls and gentle stretching that help reduce anxiety and support sensory needs. Staff explain how the room is used by day program participants and residential individuals, and how simple tools make relaxation and therapy feel fun.

The sensory room’s growth is driven by donations and grants; the episode thanks supporters and shows how small comforts can make a big difference in daily quality of life.

]]> See Me, See My Ability presents a look inside the ARC Southern Maryland’s new sensory room in Lexington Park with Beth Wolfe, the director of nursing. In this episode Beth describes the room’s calming features — subdued lighting, music, a lava lamp, a chalkboard mural by a program participant, and flexible seating — designed to offer quiet and choice.

The episode highlights hands-on activities like shaving cream play, weighted blankets, music stations, therapy balls and gentle stretching that help reduce anxiety and support sensory needs. Staff explain how the room is used by day program participants and residential individuals, and how simple tools make relaxation and therapy feel fun.

The sensory room’s growth is driven by donations and grants; the episode thanks supporters and shows how small comforts can make a big difference in daily quality of life.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 607 83 full Building Inclusion: Kayla Carter’s Day Program Revolution Building Inclusion: Kayla Carter’s Day Program Revolution https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/building-inclusion-kayla-carter-s-day-program-revolution/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/building-inclusion-kayla-carter-s-day-program-revolution/#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/616fb481-1372-3069-8606-161d9a558ffb Kayla Carter, director of ARC Southern Maryland’s Waldorf day programs, describes how she creates community partnerships, meaningful volunteer opportunities, and a lively activity calendar to help clients gain skills and independence.

The episode covers outreach to local businesses, hands-on learning (money management, languages, Zumba, knitting), family feedback as a measure of progress, and the importance of a sensory room for calming and self‑regulation.

]]> Kayla Carter, director of ARC Southern Maryland’s Waldorf day programs, describes how she creates community partnerships, meaningful volunteer opportunities, and a lively activity calendar to help clients gain skills and independence.

The episode covers outreach to local businesses, hands-on learning (money management, languages, Zumba, knitting), family feedback as a measure of progress, and the importance of a sensory room for calming and self‑regulation.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 517 3 82 full Print It Forward-Assistive Technology and the Arc Southern Maryland Print It Forward-Assistive Technology and the Arc Southern Maryland https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-title-of-3_d_printer_final7yk3j/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-title-of-3_d_printer_final7yk3j/#comments Tue, 26 May 2026 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/4ca34632-caf9-3ee1-b6ca-04c2fcabb833 Three-D printers are all the rage and The Arc Southern Maryland is teaching its clients to use them to create assistive technology. Listen as Nora Walker, with the State Department for Disabilities visited with us in Prince Frederick and showed us some of the many possibilities.

 

]]> Three-D printers are all the rage and The Arc Southern Maryland is teaching its clients to use them to create assistive technology. Listen as Nora Walker, with the State Department for Disabilities visited with us in Prince Frederick and showed us some of the many possibilities.

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 506 3 81 full A Conversation With One of Our Moms, Donna DePamphelis A Conversation With One of Our Moms, Donna DePamphelis https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-title-of-donna_depamphelis_family_affair61pr3/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-title-of-donna_depamphelis_family_affair61pr3/#comments Tue, 12 May 2026 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/cb4466b4-0588-3f21-a4fe-d719e2579776 Hear this conversation with a parent, and a longtime advocate for IDD students in Charles County, Donna DePamphelis, who is being honored next month by the statewide Arc Maryland. This mom of the soon-to-be 34-year-old Rashawn, one of our residents, talks about all that the Arc Southern Maryland has done for her and her daughter. 

]]> Hear this conversation with a parent, and a longtime advocate for IDD students in Charles County, Donna DePamphelis, who is being honored next month by the statewide Arc Maryland. This mom of the soon-to-be 34-year-old Rashawn, one of our residents, talks about all that the Arc Southern Maryland has done for her and her daughter. 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 639 3 80 full It's Baseball Season in Southern Maryland! Blue Crabs and the Arc Southern MD It's Baseball Season in Southern Maryland! Blue Crabs and the Arc Southern MD https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/its-baseball-season-in-southern-maryland/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/its-baseball-season-in-southern-maryland/#comments Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:52:24 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/1f5ffc92-1754-31e1-ae23-fefbc159d6e1 At last! It’s Baseball Season! For the past couple of decades that meant that Arc Southern Maryland clients and personal support staff get a field day with members of the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs professional baseball team!  Listen to the fun and comradery and get yourself to a game!

]]> At last! It’s Baseball Season! For the past couple of decades that meant that Arc Southern Maryland clients and personal support staff get a field day with members of the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs professional baseball team!  Listen to the fun and comradery and get yourself to a game!

]]> At last! It’s Baseball Season! For the past couple of decades that meant that Arc Southern Maryland clients and personal support staff get a field day with members of the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs professional baseball team! Listen to the fun and comradery and get yourself to a game! arcsomdpodcast false No 257 3 79 full From Earth Day to Earthset! 1970-2026 From Earth Day to Earthset! 1970-2026 https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/full-moon-joy-and-earth-day-too/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/full-moon-joy-and-earth-day-too/#comments Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/951d6ebf-b4ee-315f-a95f-cd047254cf33 One of the things that happens during the podcasting classes at the Arc Southern Maryland is that our instructors and staff talk with clients about all sorts of neat things. One of those things was this past week's Artemis II spaceflight to the far side of the Moon, or the side of the Moon we do not see when we look up in the sky. We discussed how this moon mission harkens back to the time of the first moon flights, which coincided with the very first Earth Day, April 22, 1970.  Back then that was the very first time the world got to see our home from space, as the small blue planet that it is. That image sparked a movement for common good, cleaning up the Earth and trying to repair our world.

To help with our discussion with talked with the Environmental Educator from the Alice Ferguson Foundation, Cody Hance. This native Southern Marylander is concerned about the amount of plastics that end up not only in our food, but as micro-plastics, inside of all of us.

The music is by way of a YouTube upload of a 2017 commemoration of Earth Day at the New York City based American Museum of Natural History. We sample it with the permissions that are given productions that are made for teaching and educational purposes. The music was composed by The Turtles. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzjJGGhKsHA

Episode art created using Microsoft Co-Pilot

]]> One of the things that happens during the podcasting classes at the Arc Southern Maryland is that our instructors and staff talk with clients about all sorts of neat things. One of those things was this past week's Artemis II spaceflight to the far side of the Moon, or the side of the Moon we do not see when we look up in the sky. We discussed how this moon mission harkens back to the time of the first moon flights, which coincided with the very first Earth Day, April 22, 1970.  Back then that was the very first time the world got to see our home from space, as the small blue planet that it is. That image sparked a movement for common good, cleaning up the Earth and trying to repair our world.

To help with our discussion with talked with the Environmental Educator from the Alice Ferguson Foundation, Cody Hance. This native Southern Marylander is concerned about the amount of plastics that end up not only in our food, but as micro-plastics, inside of all of us.

The music is by way of a YouTube upload of a 2017 commemoration of Earth Day at the New York City based American Museum of Natural History. We sample it with the permissions that are given productions that are made for teaching and educational purposes. The music was composed by The Turtles. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzjJGGhKsHA

Episode art created using Microsoft Co-Pilot

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 776 3 78 full Autism Acceptance Month Featuring Victoria Rodriguez-Roldan Autism Acceptance Month Featuring Victoria Rodriguez-Roldan https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/autism-acceptance-month-featuring-victoria-rodriguez-roldan/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/autism-acceptance-month-featuring-victoria-rodriguez-roldan/#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/a5ab21a4-7090-3d2f-966b-c336566833c3 Our podcasting class in Prince Frederick hosted the lady in charge of the State of Maryland's Autism Strategy, Victoria Rodriguez-Roldan.  She heard some of our participants' personal stories and answered questions from staff. You can find out more about where Victoria works here: https://mdod.maryland.gov/

Music: Ron Davis, jazz pianist, "All God's Children."

]]> Our podcasting class in Prince Frederick hosted the lady in charge of the State of Maryland's Autism Strategy, Victoria Rodriguez-Roldan.  She heard some of our participants' personal stories and answered questions from staff. You can find out more about where Victoria works here: https://mdod.maryland.gov/

Music: Ron Davis, jazz pianist, "All God's Children."

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 813 3 77 full St. Patty's Day Lessons for All from the Arc Southern Maryland St. Patty's Day Lessons for All from the Arc Southern Maryland https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/st-pattys-day-lessons-for-all-from-the-arc-southern-maryland/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/st-pattys-day-lessons-for-all-from-the-arc-southern-maryland/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/68b17a4f-ebc3-38bb-8709-05d810d11b94 Arc Southern Maryland students in Waldorf recently participated in a conversation with podcast host Rita Rich about St. Patrick's Day. Listen as the class talks about being proud of their ancestry and of being an American. Hear how they learned about prejudices persisting against those considered different decades ago. Another lesson learned: If you want people to understand the prejudices and misconceptions of others about your own intellectual or developmental disabilities, you need to be compassionate about the prejudices others face.

 

]]> Arc Southern Maryland students in Waldorf recently participated in a conversation with podcast host Rita Rich about St. Patrick's Day. Listen as the class talks about being proud of their ancestry and of being an American. Hear how they learned about prejudices persisting against those considered different decades ago. Another lesson learned: If you want people to understand the prejudices and misconceptions of others about your own intellectual or developmental disabilities, you need to be compassionate about the prejudices others face.

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 423 3 76 full Tim Gowen: The Historic Special Olympian from Charles County Tim Gowen: The Historic Special Olympian from Charles County https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/tim-gowen-the-historic-special-olympian-from-charles-county/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/tim-gowen-the-historic-special-olympian-from-charles-county/#comments Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/cd66099a-d0ab-367b-bad1-ebe8b6269df6 Episode 75 of the See Me. See My Ability: The Podcast of The Arc Southern Maryland features a conversation that podcast host Rita Rich had with 77-year-old Tim Gowen and his sister during DD Day in Annapolis. We met after members of our Arc and Tim spoke with State Senator Jack Bailey of St. Mary's County. 

Tim is a prime example of a guy who doesn't know what it means to quit! He's thinking about his next goals as an athlete and is proud to represent our state, Maryland.

]]> Episode 75 of the See Me. See My Ability: The Podcast of The Arc Southern Maryland features a conversation that podcast host Rita Rich had with 77-year-old Tim Gowen and his sister during DD Day in Annapolis. We met after members of our Arc and Tim spoke with State Senator Jack Bailey of St. Mary's County. 

Tim is a prime example of a guy who doesn't know what it means to quit! He's thinking about his next goals as an athlete and is proud to represent our state, Maryland.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 385 3 75 full DD Day Preview with Love & Guyton DD Day Preview with Love & Guyton https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/dd-day-preview-with-love-guyton/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/dd-day-preview-with-love-guyton/#comments Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/5a3de36d-e0e8-3de2-b843-2cc3d3df443c Our DD Day preview: Throughout the day on the 18th, podcast host Rita Rich will be filing updates from our state Capital that will be available on the Arc Southern Maryland’s Facebook page. We’d like our people to check that page and click on our content throughout the day. Our guests are once again Senator Sara Love and Delegate Michelle Guyton. And, we bring back our ”siren song” from our last podcast episode which features Ronnie Hammond of Statewide Broadband. arcsomdpodcast false No 365 3 74 full Ronnie Hammond: Don't You Forget About Me Ronnie Hammond: Don't You Forget About Me https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/ronnie-hammond-dont-you-forget-about-me/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/ronnie-hammond-dont-you-forget-about-me/#comments Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/a60f86c3-aa85-3906-b3a7-7675802e498c See Me. See My Ability. The Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland recently talked with Ronnie Hammond, the director of the Maryland office for Statewide Broadband Development. He provides messages for our Arc Southern Maryland Advocates to share with state lawmakers on Developmental Disability Day on February 18th. 

#arcmaryland #annapolis #love #guyton

#dontyouforgetaboutme#breakfastclub #ddday 

 

]]> See Me. See My Ability. The Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland recently talked with Ronnie Hammond, the director of the Maryland office for Statewide Broadband Development. He provides messages for our Arc Southern Maryland Advocates to share with state lawmakers on Developmental Disability Day on February 18th. 

#arcmaryland #annapolis #love #guyton

#dontyouforgetaboutme#breakfastclub #ddday 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 770 3 73 full Art In Full Spectrum on Display! Art In Full Spectrum on Display! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/art-in-full-spectrum-on-display/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/art-in-full-spectrum-on-display/#comments Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/cf92fb13-ad1a-3b12-a217-5175b26c3a66 See Me, See My Ability Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland talked with the two organizers of the Art in Full Spectrum exhibition on the fourth floor of the Maryland House of Delegates. Listen as two colleagues, State Delegate Michelle Guyton and State Senator Sara Love talk about their lives as mothers of neurodiverse kids, and advocates for other families and friends of the IDD.  Our episode art is inspired by original art that is one of the 60 pieces on display now through mid April, 2026. Shout out to Akeem Young! 

Artificial Intelligence helped podcast host Rita Rich insert the headshots of our guests. See the original piece of art and our guests during Developmental Disability Day in Annapolis next month!

#arcmaryland #ddday #ArcSoMD 

 

]]> See Me, See My Ability Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland talked with the two organizers of the Art in Full Spectrum exhibition on the fourth floor of the Maryland House of Delegates. Listen as two colleagues, State Delegate Michelle Guyton and State Senator Sara Love talk about their lives as mothers of neurodiverse kids, and advocates for other families and friends of the IDD.  Our episode art is inspired by original art that is one of the 60 pieces on display now through mid April, 2026. Shout out to Akeem Young! 

Artificial Intelligence helped podcast host Rita Rich insert the headshots of our guests. See the original piece of art and our guests during Developmental Disability Day in Annapolis next month!

#arcmaryland #ddday #ArcSoMD 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 726 3 72 full Wishes and Hopes for 2026 Wishes and Hopes for 2026 https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/wishes-and-hopes-for-2026/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/wishes-and-hopes-for-2026/#comments Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/5b67c5a3-a92a-32da-8a97-47ca31f14182 arcsomdpodcast false No 315 3 71 full 2025 Highlights of See Me. See My Ability: The Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland 2025 Highlights of See Me. See My Ability: The Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/2025-highlights-of-see-me-see-my-ability-the-podcast-of-the-arc-southern-maryland/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/2025-highlights-of-see-me-see-my-ability-the-podcast-of-the-arc-southern-maryland/#comments Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/27b34497-9555-3fa6-9d86-fb27c13519fb arcsomdpodcast false No 4133 3 70 full The Queen and Terry of the Arc Southern.... The Queen and Terry of the Arc Southern.... https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-queen-and-terry-of-the-arc-southern/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-queen-and-terry-of-the-arc-southern/#comments Tue, 02 Dec 2025 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/d1986470-e513-3a2b-b17f-24f203f2074c Welcome to our first podcast of December, 2025. It's been a hard year and financially for Arcs around Maryland. Thank goodness for some good news and positive developments for the Arc Southern Maryland and it's longtime support staff and the people we serve.  Listen as one of our friends Malek Stover stands up and speaks in front of the whole podcasting class, and our our executive director, Terry Long, explains how our Arc is  growing and taking on new turf.

]]> Welcome to our first podcast of December, 2025. It's been a hard year and financially for Arcs around Maryland. Thank goodness for some good news and positive developments for the Arc Southern Maryland and it's longtime support staff and the people we serve.  Listen as one of our friends Malek Stover stands up and speaks in front of the whole podcasting class, and our our executive director, Terry Long, explains how our Arc is  growing and taking on new turf.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 751 3 69 full Thankful and Happy Thankful and Happy https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/thankful-and-happy/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/thankful-and-happy/#comments Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/9fd9a05f-756d-33fd-9b27-7b3f24dcc98c It's been a rough fall for intellectual and developmental disabilities caregivers and support organizations. But we are so thankful to be doing the jobs we are doing and for the people we serve. Laughing with your friends is the best medicine.

#thankful #thanksgiving #Washington #Commanders #laughterguru #arcsouthernmaryland #dba #arcsouthernchesapeake #boyfriendgirlfriend

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]]> It's been a rough fall for intellectual and developmental disabilities caregivers and support organizations. But we are so thankful to be doing the jobs we are doing and for the people we serve. Laughing with your friends is the best medicine.

#thankful #thanksgiving #Washington #Commanders #laughterguru #arcsouthernmaryland #dba #arcsouthernchesapeake #boyfriendgirlfriend

.

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 478 3 68 full It's Not Too Soon To Give For Giving Tuesday! It's Not Too Soon To Give For Giving Tuesday! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/its-not-too-soon-to-think-about-giving-tuesday/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/its-not-too-soon-to-think-about-giving-tuesday/#comments Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/23de6093-62f2-3413-92e6-d0fd7a4a7a13 Host Rita Rich is joined by Jane Bachman of Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center of Solomons Island to talk about the importance of this year's giving day, Tuesday, December 2nd.  There are over 800 nonprofit organizations throughout Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's Counties, and now, more than ever, they are stepping up to help us during the Federal Government Shutdown.  Our Arc is serving people regardless of our access to funds, thanks to you. Please consider donating dollars to us via our website. We can use help with our dental fund and to fund unforeseen needs that pop up at these stressful times.

Please consider joining our nonprofit friends associated with Leadership Southern Maryland and check out their website to find out how you can participate in the one day virtual fundraiser they are organizing for Giving Tuesday. You have a deadline of November 15th to sign up!

Do you like the jazz we sampled in this podcast? There's much more where that came from. Rita Rich has produced this podcast with the permission of Ron Davis, the composer and pianist, who is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

 

 

 

 

]]> Host Rita Rich is joined by Jane Bachman of Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center of Solomons Island to talk about the importance of this year's giving day, Tuesday, December 2nd.  There are over 800 nonprofit organizations throughout Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's Counties, and now, more than ever, they are stepping up to help us during the Federal Government Shutdown.  Our Arc is serving people regardless of our access to funds, thanks to you. Please consider donating dollars to us via our website. We can use help with our dental fund and to fund unforeseen needs that pop up at these stressful times.

Please consider joining our nonprofit friends associated with Leadership Southern Maryland and check out their website to find out how you can participate in the one day virtual fundraiser they are organizing for Giving Tuesday. You have a deadline of November 15th to sign up!

Do you like the jazz we sampled in this podcast? There's much more where that came from. Rita Rich has produced this podcast with the permission of Ron Davis, the composer and pianist, who is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

 

 

 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 533 3 67 full Chesapeake Charities' Michelle Sullivan Chesapeake Charities' Michelle Sullivan https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/chesapeake-charities-michelle-sullivan/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/chesapeake-charities-michelle-sullivan/#comments Tue, 21 Oct 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/d6a0fc13-1755-34d4-bd39-b9582a866335 Our guest has experience as both a client and a leader of community charitable organizations. She's used her passion for service to earn a law degree and consult with numerous non-profit organizations throughout Maryland, DC, and Virginia.

Meet Michelle Sullivan, the Southern Maryland liaison for the Chesapeake Charities Community Foundation. This foundation supports organizations that, in turn, support our communities and help keep our non-profit running.

 

 

]]> Our guest has experience as both a client and a leader of community charitable organizations. She's used her passion for service to earn a law degree and consult with numerous non-profit organizations throughout Maryland, DC, and Virginia.

Meet Michelle Sullivan, the Southern Maryland liaison for the Chesapeake Charities Community Foundation. This foundation supports organizations that, in turn, support our communities and help keep our non-profit running.

 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 768 3 66 full Southern Marylanders Should Participate in the SPARK Community Southern Marylanders Should Participate in the SPARK Community https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/southern-marylanders-should-participate-in-the-spark-community/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/southern-marylanders-should-participate-in-the-spark-community/#comments Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/0a53de5b-67d2-3380-8907-5740175c834a "See Me See My Ability" gets the lowdown on what Spark is from the leading expert on Autism and Autism Services in our state, the Kennedy Krieger Institute, and its Dr. Erika Wodka. Listen as we discuss what you've been reading about all over social media sites like Facebook and LinkedIn. Find out if the online community and aspects of research would be a good fit for you and your family, and get to know native Marylander Dr. Erika Wodka.

 

 

]]> "See Me See My Ability" gets the lowdown on what Spark is from the leading expert on Autism and Autism Services in our state, the Kennedy Krieger Institute, and its Dr. Erika Wodka. Listen as we discuss what you've been reading about all over social media sites like Facebook and LinkedIn. Find out if the online community and aspects of research would be a good fit for you and your family, and get to know native Marylander Dr. Erika Wodka.

 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 606 3 65 full Gene Nice and the Calvert County Fair Gene Nice and the Calvert County Fair https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/gene-nice-and-the-calvert-county-fair/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/gene-nice-and-the-calvert-county-fair/#comments Tue, 23 Sep 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/d31a2174-19c1-3612-b0b0-ecd2aea87963 The Arc Southern Maryland's Gene Nice is a Blue Ribbon champion numerous times at the Calvert County Fair. He encourages others who bake, create art, raise animals, and make things to enter their stuff in the fair because they just might get a ribbon!

Gene Nice really is nice! He's an example of why those with disabilities need to be seen and heard.

 

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland's Gene Nice is a Blue Ribbon champion numerous times at the Calvert County Fair. He encourages others who bake, create art, raise animals, and make things to enter their stuff in the fair because they just might get a ribbon!

Gene Nice really is nice! He's an example of why those with disabilities need to be seen and heard.

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 294 3 64 full Happy Arc Southern Maryland Anniversary Joyce Allen! Happy Arc Southern Maryland Anniversary Joyce Allen! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/happy-arc-southern-maryland-anniversary-joyce-allen/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/happy-arc-southern-maryland-anniversary-joyce-allen/#comments Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/67844d3e-ec52-33e9-93fc-3b5ced5ce797 Joyce Allen, a native of southern Maryland, has been with the Arc Southern Maryland for a combined 30 years. Joyce says her mother told her to come back to the Arc after she left after her first five years. Joyce tells podcast host Rita Rich why she is so devoted to her people at the Arc.

This is the first episode of Season Three of the See Me, See My Ability Podcast. 

]]> Joyce Allen, a native of southern Maryland, has been with the Arc Southern Maryland for a combined 30 years. Joyce says her mother told her to come back to the Arc after she left after her first five years. Joyce tells podcast host Rita Rich why she is so devoted to her people at the Arc.

This is the first episode of Season Three of the See Me, See My Ability Podcast. 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 564 3 63 full Meet Mary Atkins-Our Long Time Staff Trainer Meet Mary Atkins-Our Long Time Staff Trainer https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/meet-mary-atkins-our-long-time-staff-trainer/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/meet-mary-atkins-our-long-time-staff-trainer/#comments Tue, 12 Aug 2025 12:38:47 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/f7c292ca-7e14-3414-9070-170597ebf0d7 Mary's celebrating over 35 years of working at the Arc Southern Maryland. It's more than a job for Mary. Mary says she doesn't have a job. She has a mission. It's not just about the paycheck.  She shares with host Rita Rich her reasons for joining the team and working to improve how others learn to do their jobs.

https://arcsomd.org/its-not-just-a-paycheck/

 

 

 

]]> Mary's celebrating over 35 years of working at the Arc Southern Maryland. It's more than a job for Mary. Mary says she doesn't have a job. She has a mission. It's not just about the paycheck.  She shares with host Rita Rich her reasons for joining the team and working to improve how others learn to do their jobs.

https://arcsomd.org/its-not-just-a-paycheck/

 

 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 708 2 60 full Getting Ready for the New School Year Getting Ready for the New School Year https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/getting-ready-for-the-new-school-year/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/getting-ready-for-the-new-school-year/#comments Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:14:05 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/4a09fa6a-90cf-3dc4-a253-7cc0c0c2d5ba Schools out for Summer and teachers and students are worried about forgetting everything they learned last semester. We get some tips from Dr. Emma Cole, Pediatric Neuropsychologist at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. One of the take-aways from host Rita Rich's conversation: Reading is fundemental.

 

 

]]> Schools out for Summer and teachers and students are worried about forgetting everything they learned last semester. We get some tips from Dr. Emma Cole, Pediatric Neuropsychologist at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. One of the take-aways from host Rita Rich's conversation: Reading is fundemental.

 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 748 4 62 full Area Arcs Demonstrate Against Cuts to Medicaid Area Arcs Demonstrate Against Cuts to Medicaid https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/area-arcs-demonstrate-against-cuts-to-medicaid/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/area-arcs-demonstrate-against-cuts-to-medicaid/#comments Tue, 29 Jul 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/1b31a0f4-1441-34f7-853f-849a6649c0d3 Maryland and Virginia Arcs spoke this past Thursday at the 60-Hour Vigil to Save Medicaid near the Capitol Building on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The consensus: It's not too late to save those (now cut)  federal funds that support state and local Medicaid programs. And, all should fight to do so as the effects of the cuts are detrimental to able-bodied persons as well as those in the IDD community.

Host Rita Rich also spoke with Ande Kolp, the executive director of the Arc Maryland; Gray Persons, the President of the Board of Directors of the Arc Virginia. Grey Persons,  who is an advocate for a foundation that provides in home support for adults with IDD who live independently: Hope House; and Greg Snyder, Vice President of Government Relations at Maryland Association of Community Services.

 

#SaveMedicaid #MedicaidVigil #ArcMaryland #TheArcofVA 

 

]]> Maryland and Virginia Arcs spoke this past Thursday at the 60-Hour Vigil to Save Medicaid near the Capitol Building on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The consensus: It's not too late to save those (now cut)  federal funds that support state and local Medicaid programs. And, all should fight to do so as the effects of the cuts are detrimental to able-bodied persons as well as those in the IDD community.

Host Rita Rich also spoke with Ande Kolp, the executive director of the Arc Maryland; Gray Persons, the President of the Board of Directors of the Arc Virginia. Grey Persons,  who is an advocate for a foundation that provides in home support for adults with IDD who live independently: Hope House; and Greg Snyder, Vice President of Government Relations at Maryland Association of Community Services.

 

#SaveMedicaid #MedicaidVigil #ArcMaryland #TheArcofVA 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 614 2 61 full Special Olympics: Arc SO MD Special Olympics: Arc SO MD https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/special-olympics-arc-so-md/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/special-olympics-arc-so-md/#comments Tue, 15 Jul 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/6ccef312-ddd5-3549-b454-cd0b34fcade5 Welcome to this special episode of See Me, See My Ability, where we shine a spotlight on the incredible athletes of Arc Southern Maryland who recently competed in the Special Olympics! We’re celebrating determination, teamwork, and the power of inclusion as we hear from participants and supporters who made this unforgettable experience possible. From countless practice and training sessions to competition and the friendships built along the way, this episode is all about how competition enriches all our lives.

#specialolympics #eunicekennedyshriver #southernmaryland #inclusion #arc 

]]> Welcome to this special episode of See Me, See My Ability, where we shine a spotlight on the incredible athletes of Arc Southern Maryland who recently competed in the Special Olympics! We’re celebrating determination, teamwork, and the power of inclusion as we hear from participants and supporters who made this unforgettable experience possible. From countless practice and training sessions to competition and the friendships built along the way, this episode is all about how competition enriches all our lives.

#specialolympics #eunicekennedyshriver #southernmaryland #inclusion #arc 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 386 2 59 full Happy Fourth of July! Advocacy is your Patriotic Duty! Happy Fourth of July! Advocacy is your Patriotic Duty! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/happy-fourth-of-july-advocacy-is-your-patriotic-duty/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/happy-fourth-of-july-advocacy-is-your-patriotic-duty/#comments Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/a4a6e5f9-e130-3b18-90e8-34c420f3a775 A conversation with Tracy Wright, the Deputy  Director of Training, Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities, People On the Go, Maryland, with Arc So MD podcast host, Rita Rich.

While we're enjoying the fireworks and the cookouts, remember that educating others about disability rights and the abilities of the IDD community is still a great topic of discussion on American Independence Day.  

Photos: Tracy Wright and People on The Go Maryland.

https://www.pogmd.org/anti-fascism-training

https://www.pogmd.org/

https://arcsomd.org/ 

]]> A conversation with Tracy Wright, the Deputy  Director of Training, Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities, People On the Go, Maryland, with Arc So MD podcast host, Rita Rich.

While we're enjoying the fireworks and the cookouts, remember that educating others about disability rights and the abilities of the IDD community is still a great topic of discussion on American Independence Day.  

Photos: Tracy Wright and People on The Go Maryland.

https://www.pogmd.org/anti-fascism-training

https://www.pogmd.org/

https://arcsomd.org/ 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 600 2 58 full Horses Know Us Best: Visit to Greenwell Foundation in Hollywood, Maryland Horses Know Us Best: Visit to Greenwell Foundation in Hollywood, Maryland https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/horse-know-us-best-a-visit-to-greenwell-foundation-in-hollywood-maryland/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/horse-know-us-best-a-visit-to-greenwell-foundation-in-hollywood-maryland/#comments Tue, 17 Jun 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/bcc8f47e-df8d-3a0f-96d4-8b6ce19426ed Communications skills, or using one's voice, adaptive technology, mobile apps, and the written word, have been emphasized in recent See Me, See My Ability Podcasts. This episode, Horses Know Us Best, a visit to the Greenwell Foundation in Hollywood, Maryland, is all about horses' magical abilities to know what we want and need without using any sounds. For many in the IDD community, this is a godsend. The director of Equestrian programs at the Greenwell Foundation Melisa Kennedy, explains what makes the human/horse relationship special and beneficial.

 

Photo credits:

Photos of Belle in Episode Art, Melisa Kennedy

Photo of Ms. Kennedy, Danielle Barber

Greenwell Foundation on Facebook.

#IDD #Equestriaan #Therapy #Horses 

Mr. Ed Theme, used for educational purposes.

#arcsomd.org #nonprofit

]]> Communications skills, or using one's voice, adaptive technology, mobile apps, and the written word, have been emphasized in recent See Me, See My Ability Podcasts.
This episode, Horses Know Us Best, a visit to the Greenwell Foundation in Hollywood, Maryland, is all about horses' magical abilities to know what we want and need without using any sounds. For many in the IDD community, this is a godsend. The director of Equestrian programs at the Greenwell Foundation Melisa Kennedy, explains what makes the human/horse relationship special and beneficial.

 

Photo credits:

Photos of Belle in Episode Art, Melisa Kennedy

Photo of Ms. Kennedy, Danielle Barber

Greenwell Foundation on Facebook.

#IDD #Equestriaan #Therapy #Horses 

Mr. Ed Theme, used for educational purposes.

#arcsomd.org #nonprofit

]]> Communications skills, or using one’s voice, adaptive technology, mobile apps, and the written word, have been emphasized in recent See Me, See My Ability Podcasts. This episode, Horses Know Best, a visit to the Greenwell Foundation in Hollywood, Maryland, is all about horses’ magic abilities to know what we want and need without using any sounds. For many in the IDD community, this is a godsend. The director of Equestrian programs at the Greenwell Foundation Melisa Kennedy, explains what makes the human/horse relationship special and beneficial. arcsomdpodcast false No 571 3 57 full Getting to Know More About ImpAACt Voices Getting to Know More About ImpAACt Voices https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/impaact-voices/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/impaact-voices/#comments Tue, 03 Jun 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/fc2d70d2-5d54-3b90-8753-7145268b9d16 Meet advocates and Arc allies, Lance McLemore is a member of ImpAACt Voices’ Board of Directors, and ImpAACt Voices volunteer and advocate Chris Klein, who recently authored a book titled My Big Toe: A Story of Perseverance. There's a reason why ImpAACt is spelled with two letter A's in the middle, as well as a capital C. Those A's stand for Augmentative Alternative and the "C" stands for Communication-such as devices and technology. Both of our guests have physical disabilities that affect their ability to speak, and they have plenty to say about their community of AAC users.  Click here to learn more about ImpAACt Voices. Much thanks to the President and the operations manager of ImpAACt voices, Jessica Ingle, for helping to set up our special Zoom session.

 

#listen

#impaactvoices

#Educate

#Advocate

#patience

 

]]> Meet advocates and Arc allies, Lance McLemore is a member of ImpAACt Voices’ Board of Directors, and ImpAACt Voices volunteer and advocate Chris Klein, who recently authored a book titled My Big Toe: A Story of Perseverance. There's a reason why ImpAACt is spelled with two letter A's in the middle, as well as a capital C. Those A's stand for Augmentative Alternative and the "C" stands for Communication-such as devices and technology. Both of our guests have physical disabilities that affect their ability to speak, and they have plenty to say about their community of AAC users.  Click here to learn more about ImpAACt Voices. Much thanks to the President and the operations manager of ImpAACt voices, Jessica Ingle, for helping to set up our special Zoom session.

 

#listen

#impaactvoices

#Educate

#Advocate

#patience

 

]]> Meet advocates and Arc allies, Lance McLemore is a member of ImpAACt Voices’ Board of Directors, and ImpAACt Voices volunteer and advocate Chris Klein, who recently authored a book titled My Big Toe: A Story of Perseverance. There’s a reason why ImpAACt is spelled with two letter A’s in the middle, as well as a capital C. Those A’s stand for Augmentative Alternative and the ”C” stands for Communication-such as devices and technology. Both of our guests have physical disabilities that affect their ability to speak, and they have plenty to say about their community of AAC users.  Click here to learn more about ImpAACt Voices. Much thanks to the President and the operations manager of ImpAACt voices, Jessica Ingle, for helping to set up our special Zoom session. arcsomdpodcast false No 708 3 56 full More Dating Advice with Chris and Tracey and Our Ability Cab More Dating Advice with Chris and Tracey and Our Ability Cab https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/more-dating-advice-with-chris-and-tracey-and-our-ability-cab/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/more-dating-advice-with-chris-and-tracey-and-our-ability-cab/#comments Tue, 20 May 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/ae7905e6-3bf7-39ed-a8a5-c8bae20128ff There's nothing that puts the brakes on your social life like not having some wheels at your disposal. But, the participants of Arc Southern Maryland, thanks to generous grants from The Rural Maryland Council (RMC) and the Maryland Department of Aging, have wheels. It's called the Ability Cab. Two St. Mary's County residents are in love and have grown their relationship thanks to the Ability Cab. You have to reserve it in advance.  Listen to how this pair says it's been an important part of their time together and how they'll continue to use it.

Meet 29-year-old Christopher Reed and 38-year-old Tracey Norris.

Contact Renee Seigley at the Arc Southern Maryland for more information about using the Ability Cab.

Thank you for your gifts and grants to the Arc Southern Maryland.  We put your dollars to work to keep our people engaged and involved in communities. 

 

]]> There's nothing that puts the brakes on your social life like not having some wheels at your disposal. But, the participants of Arc Southern Maryland, thanks to generous grants from The Rural Maryland Council (RMC) and the Maryland Department of Aging, have wheels. It's called the Ability Cab. Two St. Mary's County residents are in love and have grown their relationship thanks to the Ability Cab. You have to reserve it in advance.  Listen to how this pair says it's been an important part of their time together and how they'll continue to use it.

Meet 29-year-old Christopher Reed and 38-year-old Tracey Norris.

Contact Renee Seigley at the Arc Southern Maryland for more information about using the Ability Cab.

Thank you for your gifts and grants to the Arc Southern Maryland.  We put your dollars to work to keep our people engaged and involved in communities. 

 

]]> There’s nothing that puts the brakes on your social life like not having some wheels at your disposal. But, the participants of Arc Southern Maryland, thanks to generous grants from The Rural Maryland Council (RMC) and the Maryland Department of Aging, have wheels. It’s called the Ability Cab. Two St. Mary’s County residents are in love and have grown their relationship thanks to the Ability Cab. You have to reserve it in advance.  Listen to how this pair says it’s been an important part of their time together and how they’ll continue to use it. Contact Renee Seigley at the Arc Southern Maryland for more information. Thank you for your gifts and grants to the Arc Southern Maryland.  We put your dollars to work to keep our people engaged and involved in communities. arcsomdpodcast false No 466 3 55 full Free Dating Advice! Free Dating Advice! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/friends-make-best-dates-and-then-who-knows/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/friends-make-best-dates-and-then-who-knows/#comments Tue, 06 May 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/663c64c5-c3e8-3011-91b5-a493d1b9fcb3 The IDD community loves to be social and together. But, sometimes those with intellectual or developmental disabilities have problems picking up on when people are flirting with them, or want to have a conversation with them, or just want to hang out. If you’ve ever watched programs on cable TV featuring those on the Spectrum, you’ll be interested in this podcast. It’s about the people who advise that show, and train hundreds the skills they need to get conversations, and hopefully, friendships started with others. Our guest is, Elina Veytsman, PhD, Licensed Psychologist and the Director of Clinical Services UCLA PEERS Clinic.

Find out more here.

]]> The IDD community loves to be social and together. But, sometimes those with intellectual or developmental disabilities have problems picking up on when people are flirting with them, or want to have a conversation with them, or just want to hang out. If you’ve ever watched programs on cable TV featuring those on the Spectrum, you’ll be interested in this podcast. It’s about the people who advise that show, and train hundreds the skills they need to get conversations, and hopefully, friendships started with others. Our guest is, Elina Veytsman, PhD, Licensed Psychologist and the Director of Clinical Services UCLA PEERS Clinic.

Find out more here.

]]> Our guest is Elina Veytsman, PhD, Licensed Psychologist and the Director of Clinical Services UCLA PEERS Clinic. We talk about developing dating skills in our IDD communities. Find out more here: https://www.semel.ucla.edu/peers/peers%C2%AE-dating arcsomdpodcast false No 786 3 54 full Life Skills Are Important Tools Life Skills Are Important Tools https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/teaching-staff-and-friends-lifeskills-to-open-doors/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/teaching-staff-and-friends-lifeskills-to-open-doors/#comments Tue, 22 Apr 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/5bea0789-eebb-3bc0-ad15-d443c9efdd81 We're always in training at the Arc Southern Maryland. Our personal support staff and others are always learning how to be better teachers and aides to those who use our services.  

An expert named Emoke Fox, a seventeen-year veteran of working with those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, from a company specializing in teaching safe ways to have all sorts of relationships, visited our campuses through Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary's Counties.  Both staff and our program participants were taught how to have fun and be careful while forming relations in online communities, such as dating applications, games, and chat rooms.

 

]]> We're always in training at the Arc Southern Maryland. Our personal support staff and others are always learning how to be better teachers and aides to those who use our services.  

An expert named Emoke Fox, a seventeen-year veteran of working with those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, from a company specializing in teaching safe ways to have all sorts of relationships, visited our campuses through Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary's Counties.  Both staff and our program participants were taught how to have fun and be careful while forming relations in online communities, such as dating applications, games, and chat rooms.

 

]]> Experts at Life Skills coaching company Hello Its Me www.helloitsme.com visit a few of our Arc Southern Maryland day programs, throughout Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties. Seventeen-year licensed trainer Emoke Fox led an extensive seminar for both our clients and their personal support staff. Life skills help us become more active in our communities and include conversation starters, money management, and feeling safe during online interactions in chats, games, and dating applications. arcsomdpodcast false No 514 3 53 full Bonus Episode! Come To Our May 3rd Fundraiser! Bonus Episode! Come To Our May 3rd Fundraiser! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-come-to-our-may-3rd-fundraiser/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-come-to-our-may-3rd-fundraiser/#comments Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:31:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/46101b1b-b68a-32a0-9cdd-8ebae7b061b9 There's still time to plan to attend our Day at the Derby on Saturday, May 3! It's at the beautiful Perigeaux Winery in St. Leonard, in Calvert County, Maryland.  https://perigeaux.com/  This is our Fourth Annual Day at the Derby and promises to be better than ever! Find out more here at arcsomd.org/derby

New this year, we're naming the Queen and King of the Derby! You'll get an introduction to them in this podcast!

Find out why they are committed to being our supporters and advocates.,

Also, find links for our silent auction that goes live on April 26th! It's another way to show your support, even if you cannot meet our Queen and King in person.

Please #listen, #review, and #share this and our other episodes!

]]> There's still time to plan to attend our Day at the Derby on Saturday, May 3! It's at the beautiful Perigeaux Winery in St. Leonard, in Calvert County, Maryland.  https://perigeaux.com/  This is our Fourth Annual Day at the Derby and promises to be better than ever! Find out more here at arcsomd.org/derby

New this year, we're naming the Queen and King of the Derby! You'll get an introduction to them in this podcast!

Find out why they are committed to being our supporters and advocates.,

Also, find links for our silent auction that goes live on April 26th! It's another way to show your support, even if you cannot meet our Queen and King in person.

Please #listen, #review, and #share this and our other episodes!

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 455 52 full Meet Stacey Warner-WITH A CORRECTION Meet Stacey Warner-WITH A CORRECTION https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/meet-stacey-warner/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/meet-stacey-warner/#comments Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/c6f14a7d-5af1-32fc-b6d8-487bad9f6945 Suppose you are a parent or relative of a person who was diagnosed with an intellectual or developmental disability, and you want to learn more about post-grade school/public school help. In that case, Stacey Warner is your go-to person. 

Ms.  Warner spoke to our podcast's host, Rita Rich, about the services she is helping families navigate in our three-county region of Maryland. Listen and learn more about what financial and other types of assistance may be available!   Here's a link for a brief description of Stacey's services for you and your family

CORRECTION FROM STACEY WARNER: 

 I was so excited to share information with all of you that I misspoke about the age of eligibility for receiving DDA services. In the podcast, I said that the age is 22, but it is really 21. I am sorry if this caused any panic or confusion but, it just goes to show, even "specialists" make mistakes. Thank you all for taking the time to listen!   

Email info@arcsomd.org and request an appointment with Stacey or to be sent information about where she'll be appearing at fairs and other informational gatherings.

 

#YouthTransition, #Charles #Calvert #St.Mary'sCounty 

#IDDHelp

 

]]> Suppose you are a parent or relative of a person who was diagnosed with an intellectual or developmental disability, and you want to learn more about post-grade school/public school help. In that case, Stacey Warner is your go-to person. 

Ms.  Warner spoke to our podcast's host, Rita Rich, about the services she is helping families navigate in our three-county region of Maryland. Listen and learn more about what financial and other types of assistance may be available!   Here's a link for a brief description of Stacey's services for you and your family

CORRECTION FROM STACEY WARNER: 

 I was so excited to share information with all of you that I misspoke about the age of eligibility for receiving DDA services. In the podcast, I said that the age is 22, but it is really 21. I am sorry if this caused any panic or confusion but, it just goes to show, even "specialists" make mistakes. Thank you all for taking the time to listen!   

Email info@arcsomd.org and request an appointment with Stacey or to be sent information about where she'll be appearing at fairs and other informational gatherings.

 

#YouthTransition, #Charles #Calvert #St.Mary'sCounty 

#IDDHelp

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 586 3 51 full Women's History Month-Roots and Resiliance-Cheryl Knott 2 Women's History Month-Roots and Resiliance-Cheryl Knott 2 https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/womens-history-month-roots-and-resiliance-cheryl-knott-2/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/womens-history-month-roots-and-resiliance-cheryl-knott-2/#comments Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/e74615d0-2f85-37e3-a9ea-a5393e9a7b4d This is the second of two episodes celebrating Women's History Month with Arc St. Mary's resident and lifelong St. Mary's County resident Cheryl Knott. Both sides of Cheryl's family tree have called Southern Maryland home since the 17th Century before there was even a United States of America. Cheryl's own experiences as a woman with birth defects and physical disabilities show how social barriers were broken down by the advocacy of parents, teachers, and organizations such as the Arc. Listen to Cheryl's experiences from 50 years ago of going to Annapolis to advocate for other disabled people, and how interconnected her family is to the movers and shakers of St. Mary's County.

Special shout out to St. Mary's County State Senator Jack Bailey, the St. Mary's County Historical Society and volunteer society researcher Joan Wise.  Find out how you can help support the society here.

Please leave a review or some stars on your favorite podcast app for See Me See My Ability. The Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland. 

]]> This is the second of two episodes celebrating Women's History Month with Arc St. Mary's resident and lifelong St. Mary's County resident Cheryl Knott. Both sides of Cheryl's family tree have called Southern Maryland home since the 17th Century before there was even a United States of America. Cheryl's own experiences as a woman with birth defects and physical disabilities show how social barriers were broken down by the advocacy of parents, teachers, and organizations such as the Arc. Listen to Cheryl's experiences from 50 years ago of going to Annapolis to advocate for other disabled people, and how interconnected her family is to the movers and shakers of St. Mary's County.

Special shout out to St. Mary's County State Senator Jack Bailey, the St. Mary's County Historical Society and volunteer society researcher Joan Wise.  Find out how you can help support the society here.

Please leave a review or some stars on your favorite podcast app for See Me See My Ability. The Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland. 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 878 50 full Roots and Resiliance-Cheryl Knott Part 1 Roots and Resiliance-Cheryl Knott Part 1 https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/roots-and-resiliance-cheryl-knot-part-1/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/roots-and-resiliance-cheryl-knot-part-1/#comments Tue, 11 Mar 2025 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/1847f10d-54e5-3400-b2ab-9853c7285ded In honor of Women's History Month, this is the first of two episodes featuring one of our friends and residents, Cheryl Knott. Cheryl has roots in St. Mary's County Maryland that go back to the rule of King Henry VIII of England, when the state was one of the English colonies. Listen as Cheryl talks about growing up with physical disabilities and how her family and others advocated for her, and others, to be seen and heard in Maryland.  

Credit to the St. Mary's Historical Society for providing a quiet space for us to talk with Cheryl, and for volunteer society researcher Joan Wise for helping to validate Cheryl's memories.

Photo: Peter LaPorte.

Links for References:

 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21507989/#:~:text=Thalidomide%20was%20a%20widely%20used,defects%20in%20thousands%20of%20children. 

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/23/health/thalidomide-fda-documents.html?auth=login-google1tap&login=google1tap

]]> In honor of Women's History Month, this is the first of two episodes featuring one of our friends and residents, Cheryl Knott. Cheryl has roots in St. Mary's County Maryland that go back to the rule of King Henry VIII of England, when the state was one of the English colonies. Listen as Cheryl talks about growing up with physical disabilities and how her family and others advocated for her, and others, to be seen and heard in Maryland.  

Credit to the St. Mary's Historical Society for providing a quiet space for us to talk with Cheryl, and for volunteer society researcher Joan Wise for helping to validate Cheryl's memories.

Photo: Peter LaPorte.

Links for References:

 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21507989/#:~:text=Thalidomide%20was%20a%20widely%20used,defects%20in%20thousands%20of%20children. 


https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/23/health/thalidomide-fda-documents.html?auth=login-google1tap&login=google1tap

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 884 3 49 full Mobile Tech Helps Us Talk Featuring Connor and his Parents Mobile Tech Helps Us Talk Featuring Connor and his Parents https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/mobile-tech-helps-us-talk-and-meet-conor-and-his-parents/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/mobile-tech-helps-us-talk-and-meet-conor-and-his-parents/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:31:40 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/909827ec-c6ab-3bba-80f5-4fc46b08a5d6 If you have new cell phones or Pad-type personal computers consider downloading Voice-to-Text apps. They help people who, for many reasons, have trouble speaking. One types words into a gadget and an artificial voice speaks out loud for them. This episode was produced at the Twin Beaches Branch of the Calvert County Library and features Connor Porecki, his parents Benjie and Kathleen, podcasting students of the ARC Southern Maryland and the Calvert Country School.  It also features the voice of James Whitney of the Maryland Department of Disabilities and its assistive Technology program.

List of Text To Voice Software or APPS from James :

TouchChat

Avaz

Proloquo2Go

TD Snap

LAMP works for Life

                       Episode Art: Screenshot from Southern MD News.

]]> If you have new cell phones or Pad-type personal computers consider downloading Voice-to-Text apps. They help people who, for many reasons, have trouble speaking. One types words into a gadget and an artificial voice speaks out loud for them. This episode was produced at the Twin Beaches Branch of the Calvert County Library and features Connor Porecki, his parents Benjie and Kathleen, podcasting students of the ARC Southern Maryland and the Calvert Country School.  It also features the voice of James Whitney of the Maryland Department of Disabilities and its assistive Technology program.

List of Text To Voice Software or APPS from James :

TouchChat

Avaz

Proloquo2Go

TD Snap

LAMP works for Life

                       Episode Art: Screenshot from Southern MD News.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 613 3 48 full We Advocate for US! People on The Go Southern Maryland We Advocate for US! People on The Go Southern Maryland https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/we-advocate-for-us-people-on-the-go-southern-maryland/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/we-advocate-for-us-people-on-the-go-southern-maryland/#comments Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/67fd607c-5d49-35b6-95db-395e2d0dfd08 Correction: 3/11/2025 Re the contact to get in touch with People on the Go Southern Maryland please contact For more information on joining the group, please contact Alyssa Thomas athomas@arcsomd.org. Ms. Weed is no longer the primary contact for more information even though you are hearing her voice in this podcast. 

Self-advocacy is one of the things that the podcasting class and the See Me. See My Ability Podcast of the Arc-Southern Maryland tries to teach and encourage. This podcast is about discussions held by the People on the Go Southern Maryland board and membership on the first Wednesday of the month.  Ms. Amanda Weed is the group's coordinator and can be reached at aweek@arcsomd.org. The group is also found on social media at https://www.facebook.com/POGsomd/

In this episode, you'll be hearing portions of a virtual call with the POGsomd board of directors,  as Suzanne Hall, Alex Murray, and Dennis Weeden. He was joined by Ms. Weed, and the ARC Maryland's Natalie Brookes.   

We encourage your feedback about this and our other episodes at info@arcsomd.org

 

]]> Correction: 3/11/2025 Re the contact to get in touch with People on the Go Southern Maryland please contact For more information on joining the group, please contact Alyssa Thomas athomas@arcsomd.org. Ms. Weed is no longer the primary contact for more information even though you are hearing her voice in this podcast. 

Self-advocacy is one of the things that the podcasting class and the See Me. See My Ability Podcast of the Arc-Southern Maryland tries to teach and encourage. This podcast is about discussions held by the People on the Go Southern Maryland board and membership on the first Wednesday of the month.  Ms. Amanda Weed is the group's coordinator and can be reached at aweek@arcsomd.org. The group is also found on social media at https://www.facebook.com/POGsomd/

In this episode, you'll be hearing portions of a virtual call with the POGsomd board of directors,  as Suzanne Hall, Alex Murray, and Dennis Weeden. He was joined by Ms. Weed, and the ARC Maryland's Natalie Brookes.   

We encourage your feedback about this and our other episodes at info@arcsomd.org

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 509 3 47 full Call To Action! Advocate For Us! Call To Action! Advocate For Us! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/call-to-action/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/call-to-action/#comments Tue, 04 Feb 2025 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/0a38599a-42d5-3396-803a-836e816b2ea7 This is a special bonus podcast episode! We usually post bi-weekly. But we have a call to action.

Alarms have been sounding throughout the developmental disabilities communities about the proposed changes to Maryland's State Budget that would cut staff and services for us and our loved ones. On January 16th the ARC Montgomery County organized a closed call with the CEO of the ARC Maryland, Ande Kolp, Laura Howell the Chief Executive Officer of the Maryland Association of Community Services, (called MACS for short), and Daria Cervantes of ARC Montgomery. Those in person with Ms. Cervantes and on the closed Zoom call are calling for all of us to lobby the Maryland State Senate and House of Delegates to push back on proposed cuts to this fiscal year's budget.

For more resources on legislation please see https://thearcmd.org/

Or, please visit https://macsonline.org/   for the Maryland Association of Community Services website.

Please leave us your comments and reviews or contact the producers of See Me, See My Ability by writing to info@arcsomd.org

 

 

 

]]> This is a special bonus podcast episode! We usually post bi-weekly. But we have a call to action.

Alarms have been sounding throughout the developmental disabilities communities about the proposed changes to Maryland's State Budget that would cut staff and services for us and our loved ones. On January 16th the ARC Montgomery County organized a closed call with the CEO of the ARC Maryland, Ande Kolp, Laura Howell the Chief Executive Officer of the Maryland Association of Community Services, (called MACS for short), and Daria Cervantes of ARC Montgomery. Those in person with Ms. Cervantes and on the closed Zoom call are calling for all of us to lobby the Maryland State Senate and House of Delegates to push back on proposed cuts to this fiscal year's budget.

For more resources on legislation please see https://thearcmd.org/

Or, please visit https://macsonline.org/   for the Maryland Association of Community Services website.

Please leave us your comments and reviews or contact the producers of See Me, See My Ability by writing to info@arcsomd.org

 

 

 

]]> Maryland State’s budget changes proposed by Governor Wes Moore’s administration could move developmental disability rights advances back decades if approved. Hear from those who advocate for those we serve at the Arc and our sister organizations around the state. For more background information on the web please see https://thearcmd.org/take-action/action-alerts/ and, https://thearcmd.org/take-action/action-alerts/. arcsomdpodcast false No 415 3 46 full Two Christies Two Christies https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/two-christies/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/two-christies/#comments Tue, 28 Jan 2025 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/63c4c81e-c6de-3e40-94b6-d8fe63e4d439 The Charles County Charitable Trust encourages collaboration between all the nonprofit organizations they support. There's a practical reason for keeping track of what could be considered your competitors. With tight state and federal budgets, less money will come from Washington, D.C., and Annapolis in the form of grant dollars. So, localities, like Charles County and its Charitable Trust, will have increasing pressure to provide financial help to places like The Arc Southern Maryland.  Besides all having to do more with less, you never know who you're going to bump into on your journey to serve others. Here's the story of The Two Christies, one spelled with a "C-H" and one with a "K."

]]> The Charles County Charitable Trust encourages collaboration between all the nonprofit organizations they support. There's a practical reason for keeping track of what could be considered your competitors. With tight state and federal budgets, less money will come from Washington, D.C., and Annapolis in the form of grant dollars. So, localities, like Charles County and its Charitable Trust, will have increasing pressure to provide financial help to places like The Arc Southern Maryland.  Besides all having to do more with less, you never know who you're going to bump into on your journey to serve others. Here's the story of The Two Christies, one spelled with a "C-H" and one with a "K."

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 481 45 full Get A Job! Get A Job! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/get-a-job/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/get-a-job/#comments Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/66d8d93a-bb96-36f3-b74f-71d583e2fba4 Leading authorities want you to get a job even if you're still in middle or high school even if you may have been diagnosed with Autism or be an individual with other developmental disabilities. It's about developing a work ethic.  In Calvert Country, one of the three counties the Arc Southern Maryland serves, this podcast episode also tells you about one program that helps high school students enterprise, manage time and earn their own money. "Ash Dash is spearheaded by Ashley Gross, and her teachers and principal at the Calvert Country School, which is part of the Calvert County Public School system.

]]> Leading authorities want you to get a job even if you're still in middle or high school even if you may have been diagnosed with Autism or be an individual with other developmental disabilities. It's about developing a work ethic.  In Calvert Country, one of the three counties the Arc Southern Maryland serves, this podcast episode also tells you about one program that helps high school students enterprise, manage time and earn their own money. "Ash Dash is spearheaded by Ashley Gross, and her teachers and principal at the Calvert Country School, which is part of the Calvert County Public School system.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 341 3 44 full See Me See My Ability 2024 End of Year Special See Me See My Ability 2024 End of Year Special https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/see-me-see-my-ability-2024-end-of-year-special/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/see-me-see-my-ability-2024-end-of-year-special/#comments Tue, 31 Dec 2024 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/fd733a53-1c8e-3230-afde-f0530aa3b748 We're looking back at special moments from behind the scenes in our podcasting classes at the Arc Southern Maryland, and playing back some memorable moments from our completed productions of See Me. See My Ability.

Many thanks go to all who have taken and hosted our classes at the Spring Dell Center in LaPlata and the Calvert Country School in Prince Frederick. We look forward to continuing our work together in the New Year.

]]> We're looking back at special moments from behind the scenes in our podcasting classes at the Arc Southern Maryland, and playing back some memorable moments from our completed productions of See Me. See My Ability.

Many thanks go to all who have taken and hosted our classes at the Spring Dell Center in LaPlata and the Calvert Country School in Prince Frederick. We look forward to continuing our work together in the New Year.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 1065 2 43 full Kevin and Natasia and All That Is Good Kevin and Natasia and All That Is Good https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/kevin-and-natasia-and-all-that-is-good/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/kevin-and-natasia-and-all-that-is-good/#comments Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/fdb4a73e-37fa-3488-a3eb-89e63a1f5f79 Kevin Detwiler is a 54-year-old client of Arc Southern Maryland. He's a retired substitute teacher who has held a variety of jobs while partially paralyzed and using a wheelchair. Natasia Herbert is a 27-year-old mom with a baby on the way. She says she loves working for Arc clients and gives a shoutout to her supervisor in Saint Mary's County. Listen to their uplifting and positive stories of meeting people where they are and their satisfaction of being out and about in Southern Maryland.

A graphic of a young man in a wheelchair, the episode art, was created by artificial intelligence.

 

 

]]> Kevin Detwiler is a 54-year-old client of Arc Southern Maryland. He's a retired substitute teacher who has held a variety of jobs while partially paralyzed and using a wheelchair. Natasia Herbert is a 27-year-old mom with a baby on the way. She says she loves working for Arc clients and gives a shoutout to her supervisor in Saint Mary's County. Listen to their uplifting and positive stories of meeting people where they are and their satisfaction of being out and about in Southern Maryland.

A graphic of a young man in a wheelchair, the episode art, was created by artificial intelligence.

 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 1069 2 42 full Tis the Season of Giving Tuesdays at the Arc Southern Maryland Tis the Season of Giving Tuesdays at the Arc Southern Maryland https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/tis-the-season-of-giving-tuesdays-at-the-arc-southern-maryland/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/tis-the-season-of-giving-tuesdays-at-the-arc-southern-maryland/#comments Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/615a1b9e-ea2c-3f6c-9bff-c04672e7e0b3 The Arc Southern Maryland thanks all those who gave money to us during November. We call all the Tuesdays in this month Giving Tuesday. For almost two decades the Tuesday after Thanksgiving was proclaimed by charities and other nonprofit organizations Giving Tuesday.  Listen to our development manager Renee Seigley explain why the concept was extended throughout November, and how the Arc's friends have made one of our campaigns a success.

Much thanks to Robinson's Cycles, on the web at ecyclemd..com, 

Thanks to all those paying for a new roll-in shower for one of our group homes and those helping to support our Dental Fund to help pay for sedation dentistry for our clients.

 

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland thanks all those who gave money to us during November. We call all the Tuesdays in this month Giving Tuesday. For almost two decades the Tuesday after Thanksgiving was proclaimed by charities and other nonprofit organizations Giving Tuesday.  Listen to our development manager Renee Seigley explain why the concept was extended throughout November, and how the Arc's friends have made one of our campaigns a success.

Much thanks to Robinson's Cycles, on the web at ecyclemd..com, 

Thanks to all those paying for a new roll-in shower for one of our group homes and those helping to support our Dental Fund to help pay for sedation dentistry for our clients.

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 954 2 41 full Mary Anne Mobley and ABLE Accounts Mary Anne Mobley and ABLE Accounts https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/mary-anne-mobley-and-able-accounts/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/mary-anne-mobley-and-able-accounts/#comments Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/ee879b47-d7ae-30e4-a5fd-29605655f0d5 In this episode of See Me See My Ability we're going to explain how Marylanders with all abilities or limitations will be able to increase their access to money and the freedom to save or spend it any way they like.  Meet the director of  at State of Maryland ABLE Program Betty Anne Mobley. Able accounts are a way for people with disabilities and their families to save money without jeopardizing state or federal benefits, such as SSI, Medicaid, waiver services, etc.. Betty Anne explains how Able accounts are changing lives.

]]> In this episode of See Me See My Ability we're going to explain how Marylanders with all abilities or limitations will be able to increase their access to money and the freedom to save or spend it any way they like.  Meet the director of  at State of Maryland ABLE Program Betty Anne Mobley. Able accounts are a way for people with disabilities and their families to save money without jeopardizing state or federal benefits, such as SSI, Medicaid, waiver services, etc.. Betty Anne explains how Able accounts are changing lives.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 643 2 40 full Guest Elena Salitto on Why The Disabled and Elderly Need a Lawyer that Specializes in Them Guest Elena Salitto on Why The Disabled and Elderly Need a Lawyer that Specializes in Them https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/guest-elena-salitto-on-why-the-disabled-and-elderly-need-a-lawyer-that-specializes-in-them/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/guest-elena-salitto-on-why-the-disabled-and-elderly-need-a-lawyer-that-specializes-in-them/#comments Tue, 05 Nov 2024 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/2fe2f9c9-c9ac-3aae-8c5c-4c3cddb2d358 Whether you're 25 or a 105 the idea of having others take care of your needs can be a sticky topic. In this episode of See Me See My Ability the Arc Southern Maryland talks to an attorney about how you can bring up the target if you are the one taking care of others, or if others are taking care of you. Laws change and are in the process of changing in Maryland, so the advice you might have been given in the past may not hold true now! #Listen and #Share this podcast with others so they can be updated!

Click here for a free guide from an allied non-profit group.

 

 

]]> Whether you're 25 or a 105 the idea of having others take care of your needs can be a sticky topic. In this episode of See Me See My Ability the Arc Southern Maryland talks to an attorney about how you can bring up the target if you are the one taking care of others, or if others are taking care of you. Laws change and are in the process of changing in Maryland, so the advice you might have been given in the past may not hold true now! #Listen and #Share this podcast with others so they can be updated!

Click here for a free guide from an allied non-profit group.

 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 670 2 39 full Hire Us! It's #NDEM! Hire Us! It's #NDEM! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/hire-us-its-ndem/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/hire-us-its-ndem/#comments Tue, 22 Oct 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/40ba8a07-638a-3217-909a-a8e6311de9a7 Since 1988 October has been declared National Disability Employment Awareness Month. “NDEAM,” celebrates the value and talent workers with disabilities add to America’s workplaces and economy. The Arc Southern Maryland talked to a government contractor recruiter who knows quite a few scientists and technicians with top clearances who are on the Spectrum or have other disabilities. So, don't discount yourself if you have a diagnosis! We also talked to Arc Southern Maryland Clients Alex Murray and Jeannie Sturgess, who have held jobs for most of their lives. Jeannie is in over 10 years with one employer! #Listen and #share how those with disabilities contribute to our economy and can earn and save their own money.

]]> Since 1988 October has been declared National Disability Employment Awareness Month. “NDEAM,” celebrates the value and talent workers with disabilities add to America’s workplaces and economy. The Arc Southern Maryland talked to a government contractor recruiter who knows quite a few scientists and technicians with top clearances who are on the Spectrum or have other disabilities. So, don't discount yourself if you have a diagnosis! We also talked to Arc Southern Maryland Clients Alex Murray and Jeannie Sturgess, who have held jobs for most of their lives. Jeannie is in over 10 years with one employer! #Listen and #share how those with disabilities contribute to our economy and can earn and save their own money.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 642 2 38 full Half My Sky Author Carrie Cariello Half My Sky Author Carrie Cariello https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/half-my-sky-author-carrie-cariello/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/half-my-sky-author-carrie-cariello/#comments Tue, 08 Oct 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/4aa67eb0-9632-3003-8584-5a71da5a5833 We've wanted to feature a guest who can speak frankly about the challenges married couples and their families face when one family member is diagnosed with special needs. Discovering the online community created by Carrie Cariello was a real find! She provides no-holds-barred accounts of being part of that special community. And, this podcast was an exceptional conversation that we cannot wait for you to hear!

We want to reward our listeners with a chance to win one of Carrie's books! Here' are the ways you can enter to get us to send you one straight from Amazon.com. 

There are three ways to enter between now and October 13.

  1. Share the giveaway post from our social media pages. For instance, https://www.facebook.com/TheArcSomd/
  2. Leave a comment on the post and tag a friend who might be interested in the episode.
  3. Give us a 5-star rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Podbean, take a screenshot of your review, and email it to me at RRich@arcsomd.org.  

You can enter just one way, or if you’re feeling lucky, complete all three to increase your chances of winning! We’ll select the winners randomly after October 13, so don’t miss out! 

Much thanks for Toronto Jazz artist Ron Davis for permission to sample his music.. 

Ron is an award winning musician, attorney and Francophile based in Toronto, Canada. He's further proof that our podcast, and everyone at the Arc Southern Maryland has friends and supporters everywhere. We've got a great family. Find out more about us here.

 

 

 

]]> We've wanted to feature a guest who can speak frankly about the challenges married couples and their families face when one family member is diagnosed with special needs. Discovering the online community created by Carrie Cariello was a real find! She provides no-holds-barred accounts of being part of that special community. And, this podcast was an exceptional conversation that we cannot wait for you to hear!

We want to reward our listeners with a chance to win one of Carrie's books! Here' are the ways you can enter to get us to send you one straight from Amazon.com. 

There are three ways to enter between now and October 13.

  1. Share the giveaway post from our social media pages. For instance, https://www.facebook.com/TheArcSomd/
  2. Leave a comment on the post and tag a friend who might be interested in the episode.
  3. Give us a 5-star rating on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Podbean, take a screenshot of your review, and email it to me at RRich@arcsomd.org.
     

You can enter just one way, or if you’re feeling lucky, complete all three to increase your chances of winning! We’ll select the winners randomly after October 13, so don’t miss out! 

Much thanks for Toronto Jazz artist Ron Davis for permission to sample his music.. 

Ron is an award winning musician, attorney and Francophile based in Toronto, Canada. He's further proof that our podcast, and everyone at the Arc Southern Maryland has friends and supporters everywhere. We've got a great family. Find out more about us here.

 

 

 

]]> See our complete podcast page for notes about winning a copy of one of Carrie’s books! She’s a no-holds-barred author of being the mother of a kiddo on the spectrum, and how it’s affected her marriage and her relationships with her other kids. Find arcsomd.org on social media for contest rules between now and October 13, 2024. Much thanks for Toronto Jazz artist Ron Davis for permission to sample his music..  www.rondavismusic.com Ron is an award winning musician, attorney and Francophile based in Toronto, Canada. He’s further proof that our podcast, and everyone at the Arc Southern Maryland has friends and supporters everywhere. We’ve got a great family. Find out more about us here. arcsomd.org arcsomdpodcast false No 1191 2 37 full Parents Who Became Pros: Guy Stephens, founder of the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint Parents Who Became Pros: Guy Stephens, founder of the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/parents-who-became-pros-guy-stephens/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/parents-who-became-pros-guy-stephens/#comments Tue, 24 Sep 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/21ae1a0b-acfe-34fa-b986-b555ff2bbe9d See Me, See My Ability tackles the tough topic some parents of neurodivergent or IDD students face:  restraint and seclusion in our schools of their sons and daughters. Restraint and seclusion crisis management strategies are used in many schools nationwide and worldwide. But, what if we all, friends, neighbors, teachers, and security forces, better understood our sons and daughters? We talked with Guy Stephens, the executive director of the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint about what is a deadly problem.  Find out more about educating your staff, and schools, plus get tools for self-advocacy here.

]]> See Me, See My Ability tackles the tough topic some parents of neurodivergent or IDD students face:  restraint and seclusion in our schools of their sons and daughters. Restraint and seclusion crisis management strategies are used in many schools nationwide and worldwide. But, what if we all, friends, neighbors, teachers, and security forces, better understood our sons and daughters? We talked with Guy Stephens, the executive director of the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint about what is a deadly problem.  Find out more about educating your staff, and schools, plus get tools for self-advocacy here.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 1018 2 36 full Part 2 Special series Just Call Him Nick Part 2 Special series Just Call Him Nick https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/part-2-special-series-just-call-him-nick/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/part-2-special-series-just-call-him-nick/#comments Tue, 17 Sep 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/972e960f-e983-3cac-b6e6-3d7a09432076 The Arc Southern Maryland facilitates the training of police and other security personnel on handling encounters with people like our clients. These are young men and women with developmental disabilities, varying communication abilities, and sensitivities to sounds and lights. In this, the second part of our special two-part series Calvert County Deputy Sheriff Corporal Nick DeFelice talked with See Me See My Ability about his training and why he likes his job of community outreach. 

 

 

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland facilitates the training of police and other security personnel on handling encounters with people like our clients. These are young men and women with developmental disabilities, varying communication abilities, and sensitivities to sounds and lights. In this, the second part of our special two-part series Calvert County Deputy Sheriff Corporal Nick DeFelice talked with See Me See My Ability about his training and why he likes his job of community outreach. 

 

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 797 2 35 full Part 1: Preparing for Encounters with Police and Security Part 1: Preparing for Encounters with Police and Security https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/part-1-preparing-for-encounters-with-police-and-security/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/part-1-preparing-for-encounters-with-police-and-security/#comments Tue, 10 Sep 2024 05:31:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/51e62b10-935b-35dc-8cf2-69fc9a9731f6 Have you ever had an encounter with a police officer, security guard, or someone else in authority and you didn't know how to behave? If you or a loved one has a problem communicating or understanding everything that's being asked of you? You're not alone. This week's episode features Neil Lichter, the program director for Baltimore County Based Pathfinders for Autism, who works with police agencies and the Arc to teach police and our community members how to communicate better and accommodate one another.

https://pathfindersforautism.org/

Next week we'll publish Part 2 featuring #calvertcountysherrif corporal #NickDeFelice

]]> Have you ever had an encounter with a police officer, security guard, or someone else in authority and you didn't know how to behave? If you or a loved one has a problem communicating or understanding everything that's being asked of you? You're not alone. This week's episode features Neil Lichter, the program director for Baltimore County Based Pathfinders for Autism, who works with police agencies and the Arc to teach police and our community members how to communicate better and accommodate one another.

https://pathfindersforautism.org/

Next week we'll publish Part 2 featuring #calvertcountysherrif corporal #NickDeFelice

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 1029 2 34 full Celebrate with Us! We Turned One! Celebrate with Us! We Turned One! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/celebrate-with-us-we-turned-one/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/celebrate-with-us-we-turned-one/#comments Tue, 27 Aug 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/7287ce8b-78b8-3c1e-b489-5c781d3b85b0 See Me. See My Ability, the podcast from The Arc Southern Maryland celebrated being in production for one year on August 22. Industry standards say we beat the odds. Most podcasts and podcasters poop out and stop output after six months!  Thanks to your help we are going strong. We're open to your reviews at info@arcsomd.org and thank our friends, family, and community members for sharing their stories. We're not done yet!

 

#DunkinDonuts #Maryland.gov #podcasters, #NonProfitInstitute, #GellerMedia #Comcast #Autism #ARC #ArcMD #Annapolis #HouseofDelegates #MarylandSenate

We'd like to thank all the production people who have allowed us to sample their music via Creative Common Licenses, and permissions we don't have to pay for including in part:

 

Happy Birthday by Michael Riepen  Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Licensed under Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

It's Your Birthday! by Monk Turner + Fascinoma  Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Licensed under Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

And, our friends from #Canada whose blanket music licenses and permissions to Rita Rich are so important to her. Friendships from #CanadianMade are long lasting and strong. Shout out to #ICareForRares.

]]> See Me. See My Ability, the podcast from The Arc Southern Maryland celebrated being in production for one year on August 22. Industry standards say we beat the odds. Most podcasts and podcasters poop out and stop output after six months!  Thanks to your help we are going strong. We're open to your reviews at info@arcsomd.org and thank our friends, family, and community members for sharing their stories. We're not done yet!

 

#DunkinDonuts #Maryland.gov #podcasters, #NonProfitInstitute, #GellerMedia #Comcast #Autism #ARC #ArcMD #Annapolis #HouseofDelegates #MarylandSenate

We'd like to thank all the production people who have allowed us to sample their music via Creative Common Licenses, and permissions we don't have to pay for including in part:

 

Happy Birthday by Michael Riepen 
Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/
Licensed under Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

It's Your Birthday! by Monk Turner + Fascinoma 
Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/
Licensed under Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

And, our friends from #Canada whose blanket music licenses and permissions to Rita Rich are so important to her. Friendships from #CanadianMade are long lasting and strong. Shout out to #ICareForRares.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 599 2 33 full Support the ARC-Embroider a Cap at Lids! Support the ARC-Embroider a Cap at Lids! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/support-the-arc-embroider-a-cap-at-lids/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/support-the-arc-embroider-a-cap-at-lids/#comments Tue, 13 Aug 2024 13:08:29 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/d35154c9-6d05-3c6c-ac33-5c3a9a68973c Everybody can use a new lid, or cover and this month when you buy one at a LIDS franchise in your local mall or shopping area you can help support the ARC!

We talk to the Arc of the U.S.'s Kristen McKiernan about their new partnership with the Lids Foundation. You can read more about it here. 

LIDS PARTNERSHIP | The Arc

Much thanks to The ARC of the United States for the Episode Photo

Meantime, listen to our fun podcast and leave us some reviews. When you listen you'll find out about important conferences and meetings for staff, parents and all of our allies.

]]> Everybody can use a new lid, or cover and this month when you buy one at a LIDS franchise in your local mall or shopping area you can help support the ARC!

We talk to the Arc of the U.S.'s Kristen McKiernan about their new partnership with the Lids Foundation. You can read more about it here. 

LIDS PARTNERSHIP | The Arc

Much thanks to The ARC of the United States for the Episode Photo

Meantime, listen to our fun podcast and leave us some reviews. When you listen you'll find out about important conferences and meetings for staff, parents and all of our allies.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 550 2 32 full Meet The Arc Southern Maryland Staffer Casey Roberts Meet The Arc Southern Maryland Staffer Casey Roberts https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/meet-the-arc-southern-maryland-staffer-casey-roberts/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/meet-the-arc-southern-maryland-staffer-casey-roberts/#comments Tue, 30 Jul 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/34ab5b56-14d6-3b3c-b4bb-0cfe1ede81d9 The Arc Southern Maryland could not provide safe places for our residents without Casey Roberts. He's been the director of community living for the past four years. Meet Casey and hear how he shares his time with our clients. 

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland could not provide safe places for our residents without Casey Roberts. He's been the director of community living for the past four years. Meet Casey and hear how he shares his time with our clients. 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 373 2 31 full Celebrating Disability Rights and the New Purple Alert Celebrating Disability Rights and the New Purple Alert https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/remember-the-ada-and-introducing-purple-alerts/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/remember-the-ada-and-introducing-purple-alerts/#comments Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/16b24521-f9f2-3fa4-a171-33dd207d8e6e Are you a person with disabilities--any disabilities? Have you ever been taught about the 1990 signing of the American Disabilities Act? Listen to this podcast to learn about the work that's gone into making more places, events, and things open to you and those you love. A lot of people worked hard before you, your parents, and even your grandparents were born to make life more equitable and accessible for those with disabilities!  Keep it here to learn about a new law that goes into effect in Maryland in October-Learn about the new Purple Alert! It will help those who love you find you should you get lost! Thanks to our guests  Maryland House Delegates Michele Guyton of Baltimore County and Aaron Kaufman of Southern Montgomery County, two of the Purple Alert laws sponsors.

#disabilityrights #history #Safety #accessabililty #Alert  #purple, #State #Delegates #Guyton #Kaufman

]]> Are you a person with disabilities--any disabilities? Have you ever been taught about the 1990 signing of the American Disabilities Act? Listen to this podcast to learn about the work that's gone into making more places, events, and things open to you and those you love. A lot of people worked hard before you, your parents, and even your grandparents were born to make life more equitable and accessible for those with disabilities!  Keep it here to learn about a new law that goes into effect in Maryland in October-Learn about the new Purple Alert! It will help those who love you find you should you get lost! Thanks to our guests  Maryland House Delegates Michele Guyton of Baltimore County and Aaron Kaufman of Southern Montgomery County, two of the Purple Alert laws sponsors.

#disabilityrights #history #Safety #accessabililty #Alert  #purple, #State #Delegates #Guyton #Kaufman

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 937 2 30 full We Luv the Groove Lounge and Dragon Races We Luv the Groove Lounge and Dragon Races https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-people-who-bring-us-the-groove-lounge-and-dragon-races/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-people-who-bring-us-the-groove-lounge-and-dragon-races/#comments Tue, 02 Jul 2024 02:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/441e613f-7ce7-37a5-8967-8fd070b43aed See Me See My Ability conducted a community Zoom session for our podcast class and found that our clients love being out-and-about and social. We heard from two organizations that organize, free for the disabled, events in our tri-county area of Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's counties, in Maryland. They are Shantel Thomas of the  BJK Support Services brokerage firm in  LaPlata (240) 901-2214, and Therese Thiedman of Southern Maryland Community Resources. or " S-M-C-R."  Email: therese.smcr@gmail.com.

]]> See Me See My Ability conducted a community Zoom session for our podcast class and found that our clients love being out-and-about and social. We heard from two organizations that organize, free for the disabled, events in our tri-county area of Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's counties, in Maryland. They are Shantel Thomas of the  BJK Support Services brokerage firm in  LaPlata (240) 901-2214, and Therese Thiedman of Southern Maryland Community Resources. or " S-M-C-R."  Email: therese.smcr@gmail.com.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 670 2 29 full Must Listen Episode for New Parents of Disabled Children Must Listen Episode for New Parents of Disabled Children https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/must-listen-episode-for-new-parents-of-disabled-children/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/must-listen-episode-for-new-parents-of-disabled-children/#comments Tue, 18 Jun 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/81b12134-a8cc-33b2-a605-75470f432a28 Amber Brady, Instructional Specialist for Secondary Transitions, a department in Special Ed in Charles County Schools. Our Rita Rich talked to her for See ME. See My Ability about the help public school systems can be to most parents of physically or intellectually developmentally disabled children. Learn practical advice, and gain valuable wisdom about working with the school system to help you and your child.

 

#IDD #ADA #Disabilities #Public Schools. #Transitioning Youth 

]]> Amber Brady, Instructional Specialist for Secondary Transitions, a department in Special Ed in Charles County Schools. Our Rita Rich talked to her for See ME. See My Ability about the help public school systems can be to most parents of physically or intellectually developmentally disabled children. Learn practical advice, and gain valuable wisdom about working with the school system to help you and your child.

 

#IDD #ADA #Disabilities #Public Schools. #Transitioning Youth 

]]> If you’re new to parenting a child with any kind of disability you must listen to this episode featuring Amber Brady, Instructional Specialist for Secondary Transitions, a department in Special Ed in Charles County Schools. arcsomdpodcast false No 1101 2 28 full Ever Hear of Manding? It could change you and your loved ones life! Ever Hear of Manding? It could change you and your loved ones life! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/ever-hear-of-manding-it-could-change-you-and-your-loved-ones-life/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/ever-hear-of-manding-it-could-change-you-and-your-loved-ones-life/#comments Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/fff16862-96ec-37c7-9cc1-45410884b8cb The Arc Southern Maryland recently hosted at our Waldorf facility a guest speaker named Jennifer Bobbitt, BCBA, specializing in speech therapy and mental health. She is part of a guest speaker series open to members of the general public, those who work with clients like ours, and younger individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDD.) 

This episode of See ME. See My Ability talks about using some American Sign Language signs to change how we communicate with others and will help others communicate with us. The idea is to reduce frustration levels.

If you want to hear Ms. Bobbitt's full presentation email us at info@arcsomd.org

 

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland recently hosted at our Waldorf facility a guest speaker named Jennifer Bobbitt, BCBA, specializing in speech therapy and mental health. She is part of a guest speaker series open to members of the general public, those who work with clients like ours, and younger individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDD.) 

This episode of See ME. See My Ability talks about using some American Sign Language signs to change how we communicate with others and will help others communicate with us. The idea is to reduce frustration levels.

If you want to hear Ms. Bobbitt's full presentation email us at info@arcsomd.org

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 1140 2 27 full Got a disability but want to move out on your own? It's possible! Got a disability but want to move out on your own? It's possible! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/got-a-disability-but-want-to-move-out-on-your-own-its-possible/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/got-a-disability-but-want-to-move-out-on-your-own-its-possible/#comments Tue, 21 May 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/65cfcd4f-d894-37ff-8142-013fc8f9a1c8 Rita Rich the host of the See Me. See MY Ability podcast of The Arc Southern Maryland talks to the non-profit group Maryland Inclusive Housing about how they can help.

#Inclusivehousing #maryland #laurensilverstone #waitlists #fairhousing #IDD #disabiity 

]]> Rita Rich the host of the See Me. See MY Ability podcast of The Arc Southern Maryland talks to the non-profit group Maryland Inclusive Housing about how they can help.

#Inclusivehousing #maryland #laurensilverstone #waitlists #fairhousing #IDD #disabiity 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 566 2 26 full Awards and Recognition Time For The Arc Maryland Awards and Recognition Time For The Arc Maryland https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/awards-and-recognition-time-for-the-arc-maryland/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/awards-and-recognition-time-for-the-arc-maryland/#comments Tue, 07 May 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/7f396678-3e14-3a7b-b783-279a90b57cfd Spring has sprung in Maryland and more and more of us are going outdoors to enjoy parties and celebrations, including consumers of the Arc So MD! And, our legislative leadership at the Arc Maryland are getting ready for their Annual Convention and Awards Ceremony. We talked with the Arc's Luc Chaussee, the director of communications and engagement, about their big day coming up on May 30 at the Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City, Maryland

]]> Spring has sprung in Maryland and more and more of us are going outdoors to enjoy parties and celebrations, including consumers of the Arc So MD! And, our legislative leadership at the Arc Maryland are getting ready for their Annual Convention and Awards Ceremony. We talked with the Arc's Luc Chaussee, the director of communications and engagement, about their big day coming up on May 30 at the Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City, Maryland

]]> We talked with the Arc’s Luc Chaussee, the director of communications and engagement, about their big day coming up on May 30 at the Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City, Maryland. arcsomdpodcast false No 314 2 25 full Part 2 of the Arc So MD Interview with Grammy Award Winner Music Teacher Annie Ray Part 2 of the Arc So MD Interview with Grammy Award Winner Music Teacher Annie Ray https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/part-2-of-the-arc-so-md-interview-with-grammy-award-winner-music-teacher-annie-ray/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/part-2-of-the-arc-so-md-interview-with-grammy-award-winner-music-teacher-annie-ray/#comments Tue, 23 Apr 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/76d65c2f-ef36-3022-9a07-f68fba2753d3 Part two of The See Me See My Ability podcast's conversation with Grammy Award-winning music teacher Annie Ray, who created the Crescendo Orchestra made up of severely disabled students of Annandale High School, in Fairfax County, Virginia. Ms. Ray describes the energy boost she gets from her students as they go through the stages of mastering their instrument. Some students even have parents who are learning the same instruments from scratch at the same time they are!

All music heard in the background was used with permission from Annie Ray.

 

]]> Part two of The See Me See My Ability podcast's conversation with Grammy Award-winning music teacher Annie Ray, who created the Crescendo Orchestra made up of severely disabled students of Annandale High School, in Fairfax County, Virginia. Ms. Ray describes the energy boost she gets from her students as they go through the stages of mastering their instrument. Some students even have parents who are learning the same instruments from scratch at the same time they are!

All music heard in the background was used with permission from Annie Ray.

 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 720 2 24 full Annie Ray-The Grammy Winning Music Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities Annie Ray-The Grammy Winning Music Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/annie-ray-the-grammy-winning-music-teacher-of-students-with-severe-disabilities/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/annie-ray-the-grammy-winning-music-teacher-of-students-with-severe-disabilities/#comments Tue, 09 Apr 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/54714163-a3f2-3403-bace-9689ca21a4b5 Annie Ray is a classically trained musician. This native of Northern Texas calls Fairfax County Virginia Home and is now music director for Annandale High School. But, we're burying the lede: She was awarded a Grammy Award in 2024 for teaching severely disabled students music, and for her years of creating The Crescendo Orchestra.  Listen to this very energetic teacher talk about her passion for teaching and helping kids and adults unveil their secret super power: They Are Musicians.

 

#annandalehighSchool #fairfax #FCPL #Crescendo #TheParents Orchestra.

https://annandalehs.fcps.edu/student-life-and-activities/performing-arts/orchestra

]]> Annie Ray is a classically trained musician. This native of Northern Texas calls Fairfax County Virginia Home and is now music director for Annandale High School. But, we're burying the lede: She was awarded a Grammy Award in 2024 for teaching severely disabled students music, and for her years of creating The Crescendo Orchestra.  Listen to this very energetic teacher talk about her passion for teaching and helping kids and adults unveil their secret super power: They Are Musicians.

 

#annandalehighSchool #fairfax #FCPL #Crescendo #TheParents Orchestra.

https://annandalehs.fcps.edu/student-life-and-activities/performing-arts/orchestra

]]> First of two episodes that features Fairfax County Public School Music teacher and program chair Annie Ray, who was awarded The Grammy Award for Best Teacher in 2024 for teaching severely disabled students at Annandale High School. arcsomdpodcast false No 818 2 23 full For Adults! A Day at the Derby For Adults! A Day at the Derby https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/for-adults-a-day-at-the-derby/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/for-adults-a-day-at-the-derby/#comments Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/87f5045d-de26-3fa8-8e74-26066952f04a We don't want you to be a couch potato when the Kentucky Derby is run on May the Fourth!  Join our friends in adult spirits and Southern Maryland-style cuisine at one of Calvert County's famous vineyards. 

The Perigeaux Winery.

There's still time to buy tickets to enjoy adult beverages, live music, and the company of supporters of The Arc Southern Maryland. 

Listen to Arc Southern Maryland's Lyndee Waldbauer describe the who, what, where, and why you should buy a table and join us in an evening at the races. And, you can still sponsor our event and get your name on our swag! There will be a silent and online auction for commemorative pieces from the world of TV and movies, as well as services and gift cards from our allies and supporters in our community.

 

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]]> We don't want you to be a couch potato when the Kentucky Derby is run on May the Fourth!  Join our friends in adult spirits and Southern Maryland-style cuisine at one of Calvert County's famous vineyards. 

The Perigeaux Winery.

There's still time to buy tickets to enjoy adult beverages, live music, and the company of supporters of The Arc Southern Maryland. 

Listen to Arc Southern Maryland's Lyndee Waldbauer describe the who, what, where, and why you should buy a table and join us in an evening at the races. And, you can still sponsor our event and get your name on our swag! There will be a silent and online auction for commemorative pieces from the world of TV and movies, as well as services and gift cards from our allies and supporters in our community.

 

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]]> Join us for adult beverages and scrumptious Southern Maryland Style Food as we raise money for The Arc Southern Maryland on May Fourth! Perigeaux Vinyards and Winery at 8650 Mackall Road St. Leonard, MD is the space. Join us starting at 5 p.m. Tickets available at arcsomd.org arcsomdpodcast false No 462 2 22 full Voting in the Maryland Primary is Easy Voting in the Maryland Primary is Easy https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/voting-in-the-maryland-primary-is-easy/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/voting-in-the-maryland-primary-is-easy/#comments Tue, 26 Mar 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/a1efb957-7e07-399d-97c3-fcbf34632233 All Marylanders, once they have their 18th Birthday May Vote In Our State!

There are very few exceptions. See Me See MY Ability talks with Mary Ann Mogavero of the Maryland State Board of Elections. Your one-stop to shop website to check on voter registration, finding your place to cast your ballot, and for early voting for the Maryland Primary is here.

For a brief background about Ms. Mogavaro click here.

#MDvotes 2024

Early voting is a week before Maryland's presidential primary day which is on Tuesday, May 14th. 

 

]]> All Marylanders, once they have their 18th Birthday May Vote In Our State!

There are very few exceptions. See Me See MY Ability talks with Mary Ann Mogavero of the Maryland State Board of Elections. Your one-stop to shop website to check on voter registration, finding your place to cast your ballot, and for early voting for the Maryland Primary is here.

For a brief background about Ms. Mogavaro click here.

#MDvotes 2024

Early voting is a week before Maryland's presidential primary day which is on Tuesday, May 14th. 

 

]]> Your vote counts even if you are on the spectrum or are a client of the Arc Southern Maryland. Every Marylander may cast a ballot once they are 18 years old. The Maryland Presidential Primary is May 14th, and we talk with the State Board of Elections’ Mary Ann Mogavero arcsomdpodcast false No 545 2 21 full Autism Advocate Victoria Rodriguez-Roldan Autism Advocate Victoria Rodriguez-Roldan https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/fasten-your-seatbelts-for-victoria-rodriguez-roldan/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/fasten-your-seatbelts-for-victoria-rodriguez-roldan/#comments Tue, 12 Mar 2024 05:30:00 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/e4831e79-b601-3f1e-8253-ef758cc0cf6e Victoria M. Rodríguez-Roldán was appointed by Maryland Governor Wes Moore as Statewide Autism Coordinator, in the Maryland Department of Disabilities. Ms. Roldan has spent years as an activist in the non-profit sector and has worked for the federal government. This Baltimore-based attorney has served as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Autism Self Advocacy Network, on the Bar of the Disability Rights Association, and has been a board members of the ACLU and the Equity New York.

She talks candidly about her work experiences, and her academic writings for law journals in the U.S. 

]]> Victoria M. Rodríguez-Roldán was appointed by Maryland Governor Wes Moore as Statewide Autism Coordinator, in the Maryland Department of Disabilities. Ms. Roldan has spent years as an activist in the non-profit sector and has worked for the federal government. This Baltimore-based attorney has served as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Autism Self Advocacy Network, on the Bar of the Disability Rights Association, and has been a board members of the ACLU and the Equity New York.

She talks candidly about her work experiences, and her academic writings for law journals in the U.S. 

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 864 2 20 full Ross Barchacky of Inclusively talks about his disabilities and finding jobs Ross Barchacky of Inclusively talks about his disabilities and finding jobs https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-class-talks-with-ross-barchacky-of-inclusively/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/the-class-talks-with-ross-barchacky-of-inclusively/#comments Tue, 27 Feb 2024 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/817e1acf-fe17-3816-8fba-2a86e53d2376 Ross Barchacky is a disabled American veteran who served in the Army during Operation Enduring Freedom, after 9/11/2001. He is Head of Partnerships for a company that finds employment opportunities for other veterans called Inclusively and is also a member of the Arc of Loudon County's board of directors. Barchacky, via Zoom, visited the Podcasting Class of the Arc Southern Maryland.

 

Employee Spotlight: Ross Barchacky, Director of Partnerships (inclusively.com)

 

For more resources on developing a "skills" resume and other helpful hints please listen to our archives, and this podcast featuring Brian Haas of the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)

]]> Ross Barchacky is a disabled American veteran who served in the Army during Operation Enduring Freedom, after 9/11/2001. He is Head of Partnerships for a company that finds employment opportunities for other veterans called Inclusively and is also a member of the Arc of Loudon County's board of directors. Barchacky, via Zoom, visited the Podcasting Class of the Arc Southern Maryland.

 

Employee Spotlight: Ross Barchacky, Director of Partnerships (inclusively.com)

 

For more resources on developing a "skills" resume and other helpful hints please listen to our archives, and this podcast featuring Brian Haas of the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)

]]> Ross Barchacky is a disabled American veteran who served in the Army during Operation Enduring Freedom, after 9/11/2001. He is Head of Partnerships for a company that finds employment opportunities for other veterans called Inclusively and is also a member of the Arc of Loudon County’s board of directors. Barchacky, via Zoom, visited the Podcasting Class of the Arc Southern Maryland. arcsomdpodcast false No 559 2 16 full live_See_Me_See_My_Ability_Arc_The_Arc_Southern_Maryland_20240221_091546 live_See_Me_See_My_Ability_Arc_The_Arc_Southern_Maryland_20240221_091546 https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/live_see_me_see_my_ability_arc_the_arc_southern_maryland_20240221_091546/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/live_see_me_see_my_ability_arc_the_arc_southern_maryland_20240221_091546/#comments Wed, 21 Feb 2024 09:51:01 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/d90376db-a7fe-5b71-93aa-3a30546f930c Arc Southern Chesapeake false No 1925 2 19 full Happy Valentine's Day! Happy Valentine's Day! https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/happy-valentines-day/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/happy-valentines-day/#comments Wed, 14 Feb 2024 08:19:40 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/8bd410d5-2e6e-323d-944e-0825ea897d71 The Arc Southern Maryland podcasting class talked about relationships yesterday and wanted to send you their thoughts about Saint Valentine's Day. Here's your bonus episode!

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland podcasting class talked about relationships yesterday and wanted to send you their thoughts about Saint Valentine's Day. Here's your bonus episode!

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland podcasting class talked about relationships yesterday and wanted to send you their thoughts about Saint Valentine’s Day. Here’s your bonus episode! arcsomdpodcast false No 138 2 17 bonus Speak Your Mind Like Adam and Alex Speak Your Mind Like Adam and Alex https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/speak-your-mind-like-adam-and-alex/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/speak-your-mind-like-adam-and-alex/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/b07e3dd1-5774-3b72-969d-7e69ab7759d5 The Arc Southern Maryland is gearing up to go to Annapolis next week to advocate for continued funding of services for those with developmental disabilities. D-D- Day is next Wednesday, February 21. We talked to two young men about their thoughts about representing the Arc Southern Maryland and hearing their messages to lawmakers and all Marylanders. Meet Adam Dethlof and Alex Murray.

For more information see the website of the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council here https://www.md-council.org/

For background information about legislation that is being watched by the Arcs across Maryland please click here:  http://www.thearcmd.org/

Please leave us some stars or a review! It will help others find this podcast!

 

 

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland is gearing up to go to Annapolis next week to advocate for continued funding of services for those with developmental disabilities. D-D- Day is next Wednesday, February 21. We talked to two young men about their thoughts about representing the Arc Southern Maryland and hearing their messages to lawmakers and all Marylanders. Meet Adam Dethlof and Alex Murray.

For more information see the website of the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council here https://www.md-council.org/

For background information about legislation that is being watched by the Arcs across Maryland please click here:  http://www.thearcmd.org/

Please leave us some stars or a review! It will help others find this podcast!

 

 

]]> Two Arc Southern Maryland residents and program participants talk about their messages for Developmental Disabilities Day in Annapolis, which is next week, on February 21st. These young men speak with pride about their abilities arcsomdpodcast false No 384 2 15 full live_See_Me_See_My_Ability_Arc_The_Arc_Southern_Maryland_20240206_101542 live_See_Me_See_My_Ability_Arc_The_Arc_Southern_Maryland_20240206_101542 https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/live_see_me_see_my_ability_arc_the_arc_southern_maryland_20240206_101542/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/live_see_me_see_my_ability_arc_the_arc_southern_maryland_20240206_101542/#comments Tue, 06 Feb 2024 10:53:10 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/6980ddc2-232c-5224-94c2-e2172e3e1476 Arc Southern Chesapeake false No 1732 2 14 full Speak Your Mind in Annapolis Speak Your Mind in Annapolis https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/speak-your-mind-in-annapolis-on-d-d-day/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/speak-your-mind-in-annapolis-on-d-d-day/#comments Tue, 30 Jan 2024 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/f9cb1871-325b-36e9-a3b5-df3fa2b4329e Every year parents and advocates for those of us with developmental or intellectual disabilities go to our State Capital in Annapolis to talk to lawmakers about our needs and wants. We all pay taxes to our government for services. In America we have a right to speak up and demand our fair share. This podcast features the Executive Director of the Arc of Maryland Ande Kolp and Arc Director of Communications and Engagement Luc Chasse. The Arc of Maryland serves as the legislative liaison to lawmakers. In this episode you will learn that your stories and points of view are very important to lawmakers and they want to hear from you. Please see below to register your attendance and for more background on D-D-Day, Wednesday,  February 21, 2024

To register for DD Day: https://DD-Day-24.eventbrite.com

Link to where Fact Sheets for the Day will be available: https://www.md-council.org/policy/public-policy-priorities/dd-day-at-the-legislature/

Link to watch an event on the web via livestream: https://www.facebook.com/people/Maryland-Developmental-Disabilities-Coalition/100064565118995/

 

]]> Every year parents and advocates for those of us with developmental or intellectual disabilities go to our State Capital in Annapolis to talk to lawmakers about our needs and wants. We all pay taxes to our government for services. In America we have a right to speak up and demand our fair share. This podcast features the Executive Director of the Arc of Maryland Ande Kolp and Arc Director of Communications and Engagement Luc Chasse. The Arc of Maryland serves as the legislative liaison to lawmakers. In this episode you will learn that your stories and points of view are very important to lawmakers and they want to hear from you. Please see below to register your attendance and for more background on D-D-Day, Wednesday,  February 21, 2024

To register for DD Day: https://DD-Day-24.eventbrite.com

Link to where Fact Sheets for the Day will be available: https://www.md-council.org/policy/public-policy-priorities/dd-day-at-the-legislature/

Link to watch an event on the web via livestream: https://www.facebook.com/people/Maryland-Developmental-Disabilities-Coalition/100064565118995/

 

]]> This podcast features the Executive Director of the Arc of Maryland Ande Kolp and Arc communications Manager Luc Chassier. The Arc of Maryland serves as the legislative liaison to lawmakers. In this episode you will learn that your stories and points of view are very important to lawmakers and they want to hear from you. Please see below to register your attendance and for more background on D-D-Day, Wednesday,  February 21, 2024 To register for DD Day: https://DD-Day-24.eventbrite.com Link to where Fact Sheets for the Day will be available: https://www.md-council.org/policy/public-policy-priorities/dd-day-at-the-legislature/ Link to watch an event on the web via livestream: https://www.facebook.com/people/Maryland-Developmental-Disabilities-Coalition/100064565118995/ arcsomdpodcast false No 732 2 13 full Speak Up For Yourself Like Justin Does Speak Up For Yourself Like Justin Does https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/speak-up-for-yourself-like-justin-does/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/speak-up-for-yourself-like-justin-does/#comments Tue, 16 Jan 2024 05:30:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/7eec06a9-093e-3ebc-bc00-f4a8a2d4e469 Justin Valenti is a visual artist, author, and a 28-year-old man diagnosed with Autism. He recently received recognition from Maryland Governor Wes Moore for his contributions to visual and street art in the Free State. Justin shares his story with See Me. See My Ability: The Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland. We are more than meets the eye. Justin is the epitome of living beyond one's diagnosis. 

Find Justin's work via the following links:

https://www.facebook.com/justinvalenti96

https://www.facebook.com/VisArtsCenter

Find a link to Justin's books on Amazon Here:

http://tinyurl.com/Justin-Valenti-Artists-Books

The artwork that accompanies this episode is from Justin's Facebook page and used with permission.

 

 

]]> Justin Valenti is a visual artist, author, and a 28-year-old man diagnosed with Autism. He recently received recognition from Maryland Governor Wes Moore for his contributions to visual and street art in the Free State. Justin shares his story with See Me. See My Ability: The Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland. We are more than meets the eye. Justin is the epitome of living beyond one's diagnosis. 

Find Justin's work via the following links:

https://www.facebook.com/justinvalenti96

https://www.facebook.com/VisArtsCenter

Find a link to Justin's books on Amazon Here:

http://tinyurl.com/Justin-Valenti-Artists-Books

The artwork that accompanies this episode is from Justin's Facebook page and used with permission.

 

 

]]> Justin Valenti is a visual artist, author, and a 28-year-old man diagnosed with Autism. He recently received recognition from Maryland Governor Wes Moore for his contributions to visual and street art in the Free State. arcsomdpodcast false No 685 2 12 full More Than Meets The Eye More Than Meets The Eye https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/more-than-meets-the-eye/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/more-than-meets-the-eye/#comments Tue, 02 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/a8482a9c-767d-3e01-b4e9-a918f85b587a We're not contagious! We may talk differently, have difficulty talking or making eye contact, or seem different. But, like you, we want to be seen and heard. Welcome to the first episode of 2024 of See Me. See My Ability. We're more than meets the eye! Get to know us. 

]]> We're not contagious! We may talk differently, have difficulty talking or making eye contact, or seem different. But, like you, we want to be seen and heard. Welcome to the first episode of 2024 of See Me. See My Ability. We're more than meets the eye! Get to know us. 

]]> We’re not contagious! We may talk differently, have difficulty talking or making eye contact, or seem different. But, like you, we want to be seen and heard. Welcome to the first episode of 2024 of See Me. See My Ability. We’re more than meets the eye! Get to know us. arcsomdpodcast false No 498 2 11 full Year End GoodTimes Year End GoodTimes https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/year-end-goodtimes/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/year-end-goodtimes/#comments Tue, 12 Dec 2023 06:47:59 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/f6ed2d6d-03c8-3799-be9e-861cc767633e We salute our smile makers at The Arc Southern Maryland, including the Jaycees of Charles County, Charles County Civitan, and the Chesapeake Chapter of Ghostbusters! We would love to hear from you at info@arcsomd.org. Please send us ideas and suggestions for our See Me. See My Ability podcast.  Please consider us as you consider your year-end tax-deductible donations to charities. arcsomdpodcast false No 333 1 10 full Help us fix some smiles Help us fix some smiles https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/give-to-our-dental-fund/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/give-to-our-dental-fund/#comments Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:42:55 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/c1f9aa1a-afff-3ea4-8eb3-1d790e384ade People with IDD have more dental issues than most and the expense can be staggering. Our most expensive procedure this year was over $12,000; we could only fund half of it. Medicare benefits don't cover the costs of sedation dentistry. We need your help! On Giving Day and every day, every dollar you donate will help get rid of the pain that comes from poor dental care. https://arcsomd.org/dental/

]]> People with IDD have more dental issues than most and the expense can be staggering. Our most expensive procedure this year was over $12,000; we could only fund half of it. Medicare benefits don't cover the costs of sedation dentistry. We need your help! On Giving Day and every day, every dollar you donate will help get rid of the pain that comes from poor dental care. https://arcsomd.org/dental/

]]> People with IDD have more dental issues than most and the expense can be staggering. Our most expensive procedure this year was over $12,000; we could only fund half of it. Medicare benefits don’t cover the costs of sedation dentistry. We need your help! On Giving Day and every day, every dollar you donate will help get rid of the pain that comes from poor dental care. Please copy-paste this URL into your browser: https://arcsomd.org/dental/ arcsomdpodcast false No 420 1 9 full November-A Time To Remember and Give November-A Time To Remember and Give https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/november/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/november/#comments Tue, 14 Nov 2023 05:35:33 -0500 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/3ffa4c2e-84d9-37cc-b651-6a9cc2531b0f In this episode of See Me See My Ability our Arc of Southern Maryland podcasting class explores some of the virtues and commemorations celebrated during the month of November. It's a time to give, and the Arc needs your help. https://arcsomd.org/giving-tuesday-2023/

]]> In this episode of See Me See My Ability our Arc of Southern Maryland podcasting class explores some of the virtues and commemorations celebrated during the month of November. It's a time to give, and the Arc needs your help. https://arcsomd.org/giving-tuesday-2023/

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 455 8 full Make Money With DORS Rep Brian Haas, Maryland Department of Education Make Money With DORS Rep Brian Haas, Maryland Department of Education https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/make-money-with-dars-rep-brian-haas-maryland-department-of-education/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/make-money-with-dars-rep-brian-haas-maryland-department-of-education/#comments Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:14:30 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/498fd9d1-8d4f-3eb3-9c5b-7677e9b9c9f2 DORS Representative Brian Haas shares great tips with The Arc Southern Maryland's podcasting class about the steps they should take to get a job and make money, and how the State of Maryland's Division of Rehabilitation Services is there to help.  Episode 6

DORS Maryland website

]]> DORS Representative Brian Haas shares great tips with The Arc Southern Maryland's podcasting class about the steps they should take to get a job and make money, and how the State of Maryland's Division of Rehabilitation Services is there to help.  Episode 6

DORS Maryland website

]]> DORS representative Brian Haas explains to Arc Southern Maryland Clients and staff how this state agency can help those with disabilities get a job arcsomdpodcast false No 888 1 7 full Arc Ally Maria Icaza, Dunkin Donut Franchisee Arc Ally Maria Icaza, Dunkin Donut Franchisee https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/arc-ally-maria-icaza-dunkin-donut-franchisee/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/arc-ally-maria-icaza-dunkin-donut-franchisee/#comments Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:46:54 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/25593265-1894-3ff9-8fc7-6b91a9051ced The Arc Southern Maryland recognizes those who employ our clients during National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Dunkin' Donuts Franchisee Maria Icaza tells us why she supports The Arc.

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland recognizes those who employ our clients during National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Dunkin' Donuts Franchisee Maria Icaza tells us why she supports The Arc.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 431 6 full Episode 4 October Recognition and Fun Episode 4 October Recognition and Fun https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/episode-4-october-recognition-and-fun/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/episode-4-october-recognition-and-fun/#comments Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:22:40 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/723d1079-99d1-33f8-9cf2-ed1600ab5c58 The Arc Southern Maryland clients talk about work, fun, and being bilingual as this month is known as National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and one of our favorite holidays!

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland clients talk about work, fun, and being bilingual as this month is known as National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and one of our favorite holidays!

]]> The Arc Southern Maryland clients talk about work, fun, and being bilingual as this month is known as National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and one of our favorite holidays! arcsomdpodcast false No 346 4 full Boyfriend Girlfriend Boyfriend Girlfriend https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/boyfriend-girlfriend/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/boyfriend-girlfriend/#comments Tue, 19 Sep 2023 07:10:11 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/74046c25-34b5-3072-8da7-265b2c0ede51 Episode 3 of the See Me See My Ability Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland is about couples finding one another at Arc programs.

]]> Episode 3 of the See Me See My Ability Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland is about couples finding one another at Arc programs.

]]> Episode 3 of the See Me See My Ability Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland is about couples finding one another at Arc programs. arcsomdpodcast false No 507 1 3 full Coming Soon! A New Episode of the See Me See My Ability of the Arc Southern Maryland Coming Soon! A New Episode of the See Me See My Ability of the Arc Southern Maryland https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/coming-soon-a-new-episode-of-the-see-me-see-my-ability-of-the-arc-southern-maryland/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/coming-soon-a-new-episode-of-the-see-me-see-my-ability-of-the-arc-southern-maryland/#comments Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:20:56 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/caffb157-9163-38af-9272-e27c3b3b7dba Host Rita Rich introduces a quick montage of our podcasting class who tell us what they like about the Arc.

]]> Host Rita Rich introduces a quick montage of our podcasting class who tell us what they like about the Arc.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 65 5 full See Me See My Ability Arc So MD Podcast Episode 2 See Me See My Ability Arc So MD Podcast Episode 2 https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/see-me-see-my-ability-arc-so-md-podcast-episode-2/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/see-me-see-my-ability-arc-so-md-podcast-episode-2/#comments Tue, 05 Sep 2023 06:07:33 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/e67a1e9b-ad6c-32ec-bd91-62962b44ab53 Episode Two of the See Me See My Abilities tackles the trust issue. The Podcasting class at the Arc Southern Maryland's Waldorf facility produces this podcast. It's all part of how The Arc So MD is helping its clients to learn the skills they need to enhance their communities.

]]> Episode Two of the See Me See My Abilities tackles the trust issue. The Podcasting class at the Arc Southern Maryland's Waldorf facility produces this podcast. It's all part of how The Arc So MD is helping its clients to learn the skills they need to enhance their communities.

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 501 4 full Episode 1See Me See My Ability from the Arc of Southern MD Episode 1See Me See My Ability from the Arc of Southern MD https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/episode-1see-me-see-my-ability-from-the-arc-of-southern-md/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/episode-1see-me-see-my-ability-from-the-arc-of-southern-md/#comments Tue, 22 Aug 2023 07:27:32 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/47bd8138-777e-320d-9ec3-31aec6aa8546 This is the inaugural See Me See My Ability podcast episode from The Arc Southern Maryland. It was created by the podcasting skills lab class Arc offers. It's an overview of who the Arc is and its work. Participants include the clients of the Arc out of its Waldorf, Charles County, Maryland facilities. It's hosted by Rita Rich, who is a veteran journalist and podcast producer.

 

]]> This is the inaugural See Me See My Ability podcast episode from The Arc Southern Maryland. It was created by the podcasting skills lab class Arc offers. It's an overview of who the Arc is and its work. Participants include the clients of the Arc out of its Waldorf, Charles County, Maryland facilities. It's hosted by Rita Rich, who is a veteran journalist and podcast producer.

 

]]> The very first podcast by the clients of The Arc Southern Maryland, produced by its podcasting class at it’s Waldorf, MD Tech Lab. Listen to the voices of IDD persons who want you to, ”See ME. See My Ability.” arcsomdpodcast false No 926 1 1 full Coming Soon-See Me See My Ability Podcast Coming Soon-See Me See My Ability Podcast https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/coming-soon-see-me-see-my-ability-podcast/ https://navigatingneurodiversity.podbean.com/e/coming-soon-see-me-see-my-ability-podcast/#comments Mon, 14 Aug 2023 17:53:26 -0400 arcsomdpodcast.podbean.com/66c41e20-5ef3-37d5-9e75-999c929099bb Introduction to a brand new podcast from The Arc Southern Maryland

]]> Introduction to a brand new podcast from The Arc Southern Maryland

]]> arcsomdpodcast false No 68 2 full