180 Navigating The Road To An Independent Life with Kay Laidler

180 Navigating The Road To An Independent Life with Kay Laidler

In this episode, I’m talking to Kay about her family’s journey as she supports her son to move out of home and live his life.  We talk about the challenges including the feelings of isolation and the impact that the judgments of others can have.  But we also...
177 The Journey and Vision Behind Marbridge with Will Hoermann

177 The Journey and Vision Behind Marbridge with Will Hoermann

The housing options available have changed as people’s expectations have changed. A good example of this is Marbridge, and in this episode, Will Hoermann, Director of Admissions for Marbridge, explains how Marbridge started as a working ranch over 70 years ago and has...
176 Why Independence Starts With Choice with Debra Caldow

176 Why Independence Starts With Choice with Debra Caldow

In this episode, I’m talking about the importance of giving young people with additional needs more choices to foster independence. We already know about the lack of choice in areas like employment, housing, and care, and the impact that has. But often there are...