Navigating Adulthood and IDD

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In this episode, the supervision mini-series comes to an end with an interview with Jen Hicks, where we discuss supervision further as well as self-care for professionals. "Jennifer Hicks, MMT, MT-BC, E-RYT (she/her/hers) is a board-certified music therapist, a licensed music educator, an experienced registered yoga teacher, and the owner of Joyful Noises LLC. Jennifer specializes in working with groups of adults with mental health and substance use disorders and in mentoring music therapy students and professionals through her MT Mentor membership group and podcast. Her vision is to create courageous communities that encourage cultural humility, lifelong learning, gratitude, and living in the AND* to inspire joy and wholistic wellness. Her mission is to use her foundation of music therapy and mindfulness-based principles to: • Inspire and empower students, professionals, and clients to experience and create joy in their lives through living in the AND* and through prioritizing wholistic wellness, • Create courageous communities built on cultural humility, where ALL are welcomed and encouraged to grow and where cultural intersectionalities are explored and honored, and • Support the music therapy community as we seek to move our profession forward through guest lectures, presentations, supervision, and service. More on website! Resources and links from this episode: https://joyfulnoisesllc.com https://joyfulnoisesllc.com/mt-mentor/ https://www.instagram.com/mtmentor2020/ https://www.instagram.com/joyfulnoisesllc/ Cultural Intersections in Music Therapy The Big Leap Anti-Oppressive Practice Resource MT Insider https://www.selfcareinstitute.com Invitation to Brave Space by Micky ScottBey Jones https://www.glr-amta.org/about/glr-amta-mentoring-program/ https://www.musictherapy.org/careers/21st_century_education/ https://screamintothevoid.com Dr. Renee Linklater: https://fernwoodpublishing.ca/authors/view/renee-linklater Lindsay Markworth: https://twincitiesmusictherapyservices.com/index.html Emma Moonier: https://joyfulnoisesllc.com/mt-mentor-podcast-episode-1/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What a year! I had amazing guests come on the podcast and share their experience, expertise, and resources. Three main themes appeared: creativity, accessibility, and supervision. What was your favorite episode of 2021? Join the Navigator community for $5 a month at patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd Links (previous episodes): Episode 11: Kathleen Martins- Yoga, Mental Health, and Mindfulness Episode 12: Gabby Banzon- Music Therapy, Technology, and Community Episode 13: Danny Combs- Teaching the Autism Community Trades (TACT) and Nurturing Careers Episode 14: Alyssa Stone- Neuroaffirming Techniques, Staff Education, and Intentional Prompting Episode 15: Amanda Brigham- Design Thinking and Music Therapy Episode 17: Cultivating Inclusion, Community, and Fun Through Traveling with Jenna Cordesius and Lauren Kelly Episode 19: Primitive Reflexes with Joanna Holden Episode 20: Christine Devereaux- Music + Mudras! Episode 22: Intro. to Supervision Series, Supervision for New Professionals, and Burnout Episode 23: Supervision and Supervising with Kate Shannon --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I interview Kate Shannon, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and Board Certified Music Therapist, of Creative Therapy Umbrella in Part 2 of the supervision series. Kate shares her experience in supervision and as a supervisor and gives advices to both those seeking and those providing supervision. Links from the episode: https://creativetherapyumbrella.com Kate's email: kate@creativetherapyumbrella.com Creative Umbrella Community: https://creativetherapyumbrella.com/the-umbrella-community/ Music Therapy Supervision, 2nd Edition: https://www.barcelonapublishers.com/music-therapy-supervision-2nd-edition Lisa Dion:https://lisa-dion.com Creative Therapy Umbrella Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativetherapyumbrella Creative Therapy Umbrella Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creativetherapyumbrella/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this solo episode, I discuss my experiences with supervision as well as how a lack of supervision led to burnout early in my career. I further explore supervision accessibility for new professionals and offer a couple of ideas of how to find accessible supervision. Lots of resources below! Links: Music and Harm: What We Know and What We Need to Know- AMTA-Pro Podcast ~ October, 2018, Brea Murakami, MM, MT-BC, Daniel Goldschmidt, MT-BC Ami Kunimura's https://www.selfcareinstitute.com Peer Support Network for new professionals Facebook groups https://www.facebook.com/groups/MTLeaders https://www.facebook.com/groups/selfcaremusictherapy https://www.facebook.com/groups/227181371097746 Patreon Community: patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd Music Therapy Communities (with limited openings throughout the year) The Umbrella Community Music for Kiddos Community Dynamic Lynks Community Not Your Average Music Therapist Community --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this solo episode, I discuss 5 tips for working with adults with IDD in-person in groups. I also highlight different employment clips from previous episodes to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Links from this episode: Fall Y'all Effects of Group Drumming Interventions on Anxiety, Depression, Social Resilience Episode 4: Brent and Jenny Anderson- Employment, Inclusion, and Entrepreneurship Episode 8: Lauren Burgess and Robby Chaney- Dirt Coffee Bar, Inclusive Employment, Cultivating Around Strengths Episode 13: Danny Combs- Teaching the Autism Community Trades (TACT) and Nurturing Careers Episode 20: Christine Devereaux- Music + Mudras! Patreon --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I interview yoga therapist, Christine Devereaux, again! We discuss our new ebook "Music + Mudras" and what mudras are. Christine discusses further more how mudras have positively impacted her adults students with disabilities' lives. Links from this episode: Purchase the ebook on Christine's website! Christine's Instagram and YouTube Christine's Community Coffee Time Interview Christine's previous podcast episode What is Sa Ta Na Ma? Practice Sa Ta Na Ma with Christine! Kirtan Kriya Research Sa Ta Na Ma to a Rock Beat Sa Ta Na Ma to a Country Beat Sa Ta Na Ma to Strings Transcription coming soon! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I interview Joanna Holden, the co-founder of Primitive Reflex Integration Plus, all about her work and primitive reflexes. We cover what they are, what they look like, how to treat them, and how they impact children and adults. Lots of great resources are in this episode! Links from the episode: PRI+ website: https://pri-plus.com Email: info@pri-plus.com Phone number: 720-295-5788 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PrimitiveReflexIntegrationPlus Handout attached of examples and explanations of primitive reflexes! "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this minisode, I discuss the Olympic options for disabled athletes and a little bit of the history of the Paralympics. I also discuss how the Olympics tend to get more coverage and viewership than the Paralympics and how we can bring the same energy to the Paralympics that we do to the Olympics to celebrate disabled athletes. The Paralympics start on August 24th! Links from this episode: https://www.businessinsider.com/why-the-olympics-and-paralympics-are-separate-events-2016-8 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natalia_Partyka https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_athletes_who_have_competed_in_the_Paralympics_and_Olympics https://www.paralympic.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Who doesn't like to travel? The Traveling Gnomes is an organization that takes neurodiverse travelers on accessible adventures, creating a model of community and inclusion. I got to sit down with the CEO, Jenna, and the outreach ambassador, LK to learn all about the fun trips that they have gotten to experience and plan with the Traveling Gnomes. Links from this episode: Traveling Gnomes Website: https://www.thetravelinggnomes.org Traveling Gnomes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTravelingGnomes Traveling Gnomes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.traveling.gnomes Garden Inc. Navigating Adulthood and IDD Episode 16 Transcription coming soon! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Check out my first solo episode! I dive into my review of the documentary Crip Camp, which I very much enjoyed, and then go into accessibility online, in our communities, and at the Oscars. I also go over the June Music Therapy Session Plan Outline. For deeper implementation instructions, visuals, lead sheets, and peer support, join the Navigator Community for $5 a month at patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd Links: Crip Camp on Netflix More Information on Crip Camp 5 things you need to know about the Americans with Disabilities Act Oscars stage had a ramp for first time ever in key moment for disability movement Navigating Adulthood and IDD Episode 9 with Anastasia Canfield Online Accessibility: Image Descriptions and Camel Case Hashtags Blog Post Online Accessibility: Alt Text and Instagram Story Captions Blog Post Music Therapy Podcast Collective Neurodiversity and Disability Culture in our Music Therapy Practice with Adults with IDD Transcription coming soon! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Listen to this conversation between me and board-certified music therapist, Amanda Brigham. In this episode, we discuss the concept of design thinking and how we can apply it to our work as clinicians. There are so many great takeaways in how we can do creative problem solving in our work and life. Message from our sponsor Creative Remedies, LLC: "Creative Remedies, LLC is a music therapy and mental health counseling private practice located in Aurora, Colorado specializing in neurodiversity, mental health, and bereavement. We believe in providing services that address the concerns you have and also providing wellness and preventative therapeutic care. We offer individual and group music therapy services, music lessons, and mental health counseling services -- we currently have open registration for Grief & Loss Music Therapy Group which can be found on our website at www.CreativeRemediesLLC.com. Creative Remedies is committed to making services accessible so we provide sliding scale options for all financial situations. Contact us today at (720) 780-0111 or at our website." Links: Design Thinking Principles and Design Thinking References Hidden Brain: How Silicon Valley Can Help You Get Unstuck You 2.0: How Silicon Valley Can Help You Get Unstuck Amanda's email: amandabrigham.cmts@gmail.com "Goodbye (See You Again Real Soon)" "That's Just The Way It Goes" Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode15 Auto-captions available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/K1yiqVXdPFE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I talk with Alyssa Stone, a music therapist and owner of Dynamic Lynks. We discuss the use of neuroaffirming techniques in Dynamic Lynk's practice as well as staff education in day program settings and using and coaching how to use prompts with intention. Message from our sponsor Dynamic Lynks: "Dynamic Lynks is excited to announce the launch of their Dynamic Community, a monthly subscription for neuro affirming and inclusive therapy strategies delivered to your inbox every month! The Dynamic Community is open to clinical professionals, teachers, parents and anyone who supports someone who identifies as neurodiverse. Make session and lesson planning a cinch with adaptable interventions for all ages, areas of need and a variety of clinical populations. You can join the Dynamic Community at dynamiclynks.com/community and for only $20 a month you get 5 interventions and activities, original song recordings, chord & lyric sheets, visual supports, and 1 hour of group supervision - every month! If that wasn't enough, you also get EXCLUSIVE access to the Dynamic Community private Facebook group to learn and grow with other neuro-inclusive professionals. Learn more and sign up at dynamiclynks.com/community today!" Message from our sponsor Creative Remedies, LLC: "Creative Remedies, LLC is a music therapy and mental health counseling private practice located in Aurora, Colorado specializing in neurodiversity, mental health, and bereavement. We believe in providing services that address the concerns you have and also providing wellness and preventative therapeutic care. We offer individual and group music therapy services, music lessons, and mental health counseling services -- we currently have open registration for Grief & Loss Music Therapy Group which can be found on our website at www.CreativeRemediesLLC.com. Creative Remedies is committed to making services accessible so we provide sliding scale options for all financial situations. Contact us today at (720) 780-0111 or at our website." Links: Dynamic Lynks Facebook Instagram Dynamic Lynks Dynamic Community Supervision with Alyssa @alyssastone.co on Instagram Ask Me I'm Autistic Facebook group Ask Me I'm an AAC User Facebook group Navigating Adulthood and IDD episodes: Episode 7, Episode 9, Episode 4, and Episode 8 Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode14 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this interview, I speak with Danny Combs, the founder and CEO of TACT, which stands for "Teaching the Autism Community Trades." We discuss TACT's work in the community, their programs, and their approach of focusing on strengths and nurturing careers. Also, Happy Autism Acceptance Month! Check out more about TACT below and consider donating to them to further support their programs. Message from our sponsor: "Dynamic Lynks is excited to announce the launch of their Dynamic Community, a monthly subscription for neuro affirming and inclusive therapy strategies delivered to your inbox every month! The Dynamic Community is open to clinical professionals, teachers, parents and anyone who supports someone who identifies as neurodiverse. Make session and lesson planning a cinch with adaptable interventions for all ages, areas of need and a variety of clinical populations. You can join the Dynamic Community at dynamiclynks.com/community and for only $20 a month you get 5 interventions and activities, original song recordings, chord & lyric sheets, visual supports, and 1 hour of group supervision - every month! If that wasn't enough, you also get EXCLUSIVE access to the Dynamic Community private Facebook group to learn and grow with other neuro-inclusive professionals. Learn more and sign up at dynamiclynks.com/community today!" Links from this episode: TACT TACT's Facebook TACT's Instagram Autism Acceptance Month Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode13 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I interview Gabby Banzon, MA, LPMT, MT-BC, a music therapist in Atlanta, GA who provides services to adults with IDD and TBI in a residential community. We discuss her work on campus during the pandemic, the use of technology in sessions that is not necessarily telehealth, and all of the amazing projects and resources that Gabby creates and shares. (Check out the links below!) Check out her bio here: https://www.gabbybanzon.com/about Links: https://www.gabbybanzon.com Tech Nook Clinical BOPulations Gabby's Songwriting Journal, "Space" Make More Music Music Therapy Podcast Collective (MT-PC) Koo Koo Kanga Roo Soundtrap Chrome Music Lab Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode12 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this interview, I talk with Kathleen Martins, a yoga instructor and mental health specialist about yoga, mental health, and mindfulness. Check out her bio below! We emphasize in this interview how all bodies are different, and Kathleen discusses her work in adapting yoga for adults with disabilities. At the end there is grounding exercise at end that can be adapted for an individual's need and what is best for their body! "My name is Kathleen Martins and I am the face behind Beyond Mental Space. I have a Masters in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling and am a 200hr RYT and accessible yoga certified. I am passionate about supporting individuals in living fulfilling lives. I specialize in sensory/ motor disorders and mental health services and enjoy finding ways for individuals to complete daily living tasks despite challenges they may face. Yoga and self-care have become a huge part of my life throughout the years, and I have seen how meaningful it has been to bring this into my workspace. My goal is to help others continue to learn about themselves and their bodies to help them live to their fullest potential possible. I have worked with a variety of individuals including children and adults with Intellectual and/ or Developmental Disabilities and continue to expand my knowledge in the community. I also support caregivers, professionals, parents, or anyone seeking knowledge and support of the mind and body. When I see someone, I do not see them for their limitations but for their abilities. Everyone's mental health is important." -Kathleen's email: kathleen@beyondmentalspace.com -Guided by Humanity -"Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.”- Dr. Seuss Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode11 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I recap and feature all of the interviews of 2020 and highlight five themes that occurred: Resources, Employment, Strengths, Neurodiversity, Experts/Person-Centered Therapy. A great episode for someone interested in the podcast, getting a little bit from each episode! Special thanks to every guest who has been on! Find their information below and make sure to check out their episodes and show notes for more information. I also discuss a new Winter online session plan outline for adults with IDD. For a more detailed breakdown, consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd for $5 a month. Show notes: bonnie@rhythmicrootsmusictherapy.org Music Therapy Chronicles Episode 1: @sarieliza7 Episode 2: https://www.instagram.com/spectrumyoga.co/ Episode 3:Starting from Scratch Episode 4: Celebrate EDU Episode 6: hannah.gallagher08@gmail.com Episode 7: https://jessicaleza.com Episode 8: Dirt Coffee Bar Episode 9: https://www.creativeremediesllc.com Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode-9-cxych --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I have a discussion with Anastasia Canfield, MM, MT-BC, NLC, a board certified music therapist in Denver, CO. We discuss disability culture as well as identity, accessibility, and using cultural humility in music therapy practice. Check out Anastasia here: https://www.creativeremediesllc.com https://www.facebook.com/creativeremediesllc https://www.instagram.com/creativeremediesllc/ anastasia.mtbc@gmail.com More resources from Anastasia: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/554575/in-sickness-and-in-health-by-ben-mattlin/ https://www.oxfordhandbooks.com/view/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780199639755.001.0001/oxfordhb-9780199639755-e-1 https://autisticadvocacy.org/resources/https://books.google.com/books/about/Microaggressions_and_Marginality.html?id=7WZxpPnnjzkC https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Counseling+the+Culturally+Diverse:+Theory+and+Practice,+8th+Edition-p-9781119448242 https://artofaccessdenver.com/ https://disabilitymarch.com/ https://books.google.com/books/about/Culture_and_the_Therapeutic_Process.html?id=AzGXeWDSEJEC Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode-9 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I interviewed Lauren Burgess and Robby Chaney from Dirt Coffee Bar, a non-profit in Littleton, Colorado that makes quality crafted coffee, food & drink while employing & empowering individuals with autism. Our conversation includes the journey of Dirt Coffee and their experience and community there as well as how they have pivoted during the pandemic. There are also takeaways for employers who are interested in making their employment more inclusive! Links from this episode: Dirt Coffee Bar Garden, Inc. CO Gives Robby-YouTube, Instagram Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode-8-lauren-burgess-and-robby-chaney-dirt-coffee-bar-inclusive-employment-cultivating-around-strengths --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Jessica and I discuss an essay she wrote for the Neurodiversity Reader including topics such as neuroqueering, neurodiversity, neuroqueering in music therapy, and radical individualized client-centered work. "Jessica Leza is a board certified music therapist originally from Houston, Texas, USA. She graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Music Composition from the University of North Texas and a Master of Arts in Music Therapy from Texas Woman's University. Jessica completed a music therapy internship at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ and has received additional training in Neurological Music Therapy (NMT). Jessica provides music therapy for developmentally disabled students in north Texas public schools, addressing the skills described on their IEPs through singing, instrument playing, movement to music, and familiar songs played on guitar. In addition to her work in music therapy, Jessica enjoys canoeing, spending time with her spouse, and pursuing special interests such as ducks, permaculture, or the visual arts." Links and Resources from this episode

In this episode, I speak with another board certified music therapist, Hannah Gallagher, about her work with adults with disabilities, how she has creatively pivoted to provide virtual and phone call sessions to clients, and her position as a person centered planning coordinator where goals are developed from this person centered approach that takes into consideration what the clients want. "Hannah Gallagher is a board certified music therapist residing in Daly City, California. She is currently employed as the music therapist and person centered planning coordinator at AbilityPath, a nonprofit organization that provides services for children through adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She received her master's degree in music therapy from the University of Iowa in 2017, moved out to the Bay Area for her music therapy internship, and has remained there since. Hannah's music therapy experience has been primarily focused around serving adults with IDD and she has a passion for educating others on the importance of person-centered planning and person-centered goals for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities." Contact Hannah at hannah.gallagher08@gmail.com I also discuss a new Fall online session plan outline for adults with IDD. For a more detailed breakdown, consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd for $5 a month. AMTA-Pro Podcast Full transcription at: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode-6-hannah-gallagher-music-therapy-virtual-and-phone-call-sessions-and-goal-setting --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I am joined by my fiancé, Josh, leading to a more casual episode. I quiz Josh on questions about IDD, which leads to more discussion and relevant questions. We also briefly discuss age appropriate music in music therapy and play a sneak peak of one of my music therapy session plans, which are available to Official Navigators on patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd for $5 a month. Links from this episode: Workshop Information- Music Therapy Session Planning for Adults with IDD (Sept. 3rd, 2020) Diagnoses DSM-5 Employment Statistics Information on IDD (used in quiz) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Check out this conversation with Brent and Jenny Anderson of Celebrate EDU. Brent is also the creator of the Unintentional Humor series, a business he has owned for 10 years. In our conversation, we discuss employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including how entrepreneurship is an option for individuals with disabilities and can allow them to follow their passions. We also discuss how the community can work to continue to provide more, inclusive opportunities. I end the episode going over the July music therapy session plan. For an extended breakdown and to support the podcast, become a patron on patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd for $5 a month. Links from this episode: Celebrate EDU: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter Unintentional Humor --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I speak with Olivia McGuire of Starting from Scratch about her cooking services, community, strengths of individuals with idd, and inclusion: "Olivia is the Executive Director/Founder of Starting from Scratch, currently located in the surrounding Denver/Metro area. Starting from Scratch empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to discover their untapped talent and passion by developing independent living and workplace readiness skills modeled through cooking. Olivia is a strong advocate for inclusion. With several years' experience as a Significant Support Needs Program Teacher, Career Advocate and Job Coach, she began Starting from Scratch in 2019 to support inclusion on a wider scale. Her passion and expertise showcase individualization and encompasses the outcome of Independence at Your Best. Olivia believes in fostering a community where individuals talents and capabilities are valued and celebrated. She received her undergraduate degree in Special Education from the University of Northern Colorado- Greeley and her Master's in Special Education with a concentration in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education from Colorado University- Denver. Olivia has served in numerous volunteer roles throughout the Colorado communities, including the Foundation Fighting Blindness and Best Buddies. In 2015, she volunteered her time to teach Information and Communication Technology to over 600 learners and 40 staff in Namibia, Africa. In her spare time, and as a Colorado native, Olivia loves to hike, snowboard, camp and travel with her husband, family and friends. Olivia's favorite quote: "Diversity is a reality, Inclusion is a choice" - Stephen Frost" I also discuss a new summer online session plan for adults with idd. For a more detailed breakdown, consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd Links from this episode: Starting from Scratch Olivia's Instagram Olivia's Facebook https://accessiblechef.com/ A Fresh Start Cookbook E-Kit Colorado Employment First --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode includes an interview with Christine Devereaux: "Christine Devereaux is a mom of a tiny, sassy toddler and founder of Spectrum Yoga. She has worked with kids and adults with various needs since 2007 as a Recreation Therapist in both community and clinical settings, specializing in individualized wellness and independence. She is also an Advanced Teacher of Therapeutic Yoga and receiving training in yoga therapy through the Kripalu School of Integrative Yoga Therapy. With more than 13 years experience in implementing adaptive, goal-based services including life skills, cooking, fitness/sports, and yoga/mindfulness she considers herself a “forever student,” more than a “teacher” and loves connecting with and building community with fellow yoga teachers, therapists, and parents in order to empower everyone we work with through the practices of yoga therapy and related fields." Hear us discuss Christine's work, differences between working with adults and children, the difficulties the pandemic presents for our adult clients and how to support them, and the lack of resources for working with adults with disabilities across fields, a discussion we feel needs to happen more in our fields, as well as discussion on possible solutions. The episode ends going over a music therapy session plan for adults with idd. For access to the extended implementation plan, you can become a patron on https://www.patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd to support this podcast and join the navigator community. Resources from Christine: Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spectrumyoga.co/ Her E-Cookbook: https://www.spectrumyoga.co/shop/a-fresh-start-e-cookbook Her YouTube channel filled with yoga videos for children and adults: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGdhvH23Ovdl8BDZ4CRrJZA CTC National Survey can be found on the blog here. Also mentioned: The Developmental Disabilities Resource Center --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello new listeners! I promise my audio gets better after the first couple of episodes. This first one is near and dear to my heart as I interview my older sister, Sarah, an adult with autism! Sarah shares her perspective of being an adult with autism, including advice for working with people with autism, by expressing what she would want people to know if they are working with her. We also discuss her art, supports for adults with disabilities, the topic of age appropriate music, how autism is a spectrum, and, of course, Frozen II. Can you catch the Frozen II joke in the episode? Sarah had so many nuggets of knowledge and resources to share. You can find her and some of her art on Instagram at: @sarieliza7 Diplo plushie by Chenoa Ellinghaus: https://www.paleopalstoys.com Sequin Heart Pillows from the Autism Community Store: https://www.autismcommunitystore.com/flip-sequin-heart Puzzles similar to the one Sarah has: https://www.amazon.com/slp/ball-puzzles/ravxjn8qtqmp7mj Sarah also recommends books by Brent Anderson: https://unintentionalhumor.com To support this podcast and become a patron go here to become a part of the Navigator community: https://www.patreon.com/navigatingadulthoodandidd --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Meet your host Bonnie Houpt, MT-BC as she explains her idea for this podcast and what to expect in the future.