Special needs trust and how they can be used to protect people with disabilities from losing their benefits if they receive money. We also discuss alternatives to guardianship and disability rights.

Learn more about Ralston Law:
https://ralstonlawestateplanning.com/

Learn more about Atlantic CIL:
https://atlanticcil.org/

Music by Aphonic:
https://linktr.ee/apho

In this episode, we talk to Diane Conover, a nurse with personal and professional experience working with people with dementia and Alzheimer's. We discussed the Clear effects of this diagnosis and the support that people with these disabilities and their caregivers and loved ones need. We also discussed best practices and proper etiquette when engaging with people with these disabilities.



Learn more about Atlantic CIL:
https://atlanticcil.org/

Music by Aphonic:
https://linktr.ee/apho

In this episode, we sat down with Vicki Phillips, Executive Director of the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County., We discussed MHA's mission and services. We also discussed our Civic Action Engagement Initiatives and the importance of disability advocacy, breaking barriers between all parts of the disability community, and reducing the stigma of having a mental health disability through the stigma-free campaign.

Thank you to the New Jersey Division of Disability Services for funding our Civic Action Engagement Initiative through their Inclusive Healthy Communities Grant

Learn more about NJ Division of Disability Services Inclusive Healthy Communities (IHC) Grant https://inclusivehealthycommunities.org/

Learn more about The Mental Health Association in Atlantic County: https://www.mhaac.info/index.html

Learn more about Atlantic CIL:
https://atlanticcil.org/

Music by Aphonic:
https://linktr.ee/apho

Discover the transformative journey of Carolee Morano, who shifted from a successful 14-year career in international banking to becoming a passionate advocate for people with developmental disabilities, In this episode, we discuss the Atlantic Center for Independent Living and the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County’s Civic Action Engagement Initiative and how people with disabilities can become more involved in the community.

The Civic Action Engagement Initiative is funded by the NJ Division of Disability Services (DDS), New Jersey Department of Human Services (DHS)

Links

1. https://www.mhaac.info/ubw-how-to-join.html
2. https://inclusivehealthycommunities.org/

In this episode, we sat down with Michele Kreuzer of BEEhavior Budz, an organization that empowers families and providers with effective strategies to respond to various behaviors. We discussed the importance of supporting people with behavioral disabilities, listening to their needs, and involving them in the process. We also considered the whole environment that can affect someone's behavior.

Learn more about BEEhavior Budz:
https://www.beehaviorbudz.com/

Learn more about Atlantic CIL:
https://atlanticcil.org/

Music by Aphonic:
https://linktr.ee/apho

In this episode, we talk to Rebecca Martin from Rutgers about the Inclusive Healthy Communities grant. Rebecca provides support for the Inclusive Healthy Communities award winners. The Inclusive Healthy Communities (IHC) grant program, established in 2020 by the Division of Disability Services, New Jersey Department of Human Services, funds New Jersey communities and organizations engaged in projects that promote the health and well-being of individuals with disabilities in their communities. We discussed the IHC grant with Rebecca and how she became involved in disability work.

Link-https://inclusivehealthycommunities.org/about/

In this episode, we had the privilege of interviewing Davina Patterson, Executive Director of Disability Resource Network. The organization is located in Huntsville, AL, and serves 13 counties in North Alabama. During the interview, Davina shared her journey, where she started, and how she reached her current position.

Learn about Disability Resource Network:
https://www.drn256.org/

In this episode, We talk to Sophie Poost of Disability EmpowHer Network, which is a non-profit run by and for girls and women with disabilities that connects, motivates, and guides women with disabilities to grow, learn, and develop to their highest potential and have the confidence to lead.

Disability EmpowHer Network:
https://www.disabilityempowhernetwork.org/