Expert Tips Podcast - Episode 28 - Self Care & Self Advocacy

In this month's episode of Expert Tips by ADEC Self Advocates, podcast host Emily is joined by two guests, Cassidy Rehrer and Beth Bergen from ADEC! During this episode, the three join in conversation to reflect on this past year while also sharing goals they have for the coming year. You won't want to miss this final episode of 2024 and make sure to listen for a special Expert Tips Podcast trivia game at the end of the episode!

This month, we are celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Podcast host Emily meets with ADEC's Director of Employment Services, Susan, to discuss the variety of employment services offered to individuals with disabilities so that they can have access to employment opportunities. Of course, with this being the month of October, Emily also enjoyed talking with Susan about this “Spooky Season” and their favorite Fall traditions.

This month, we are celebrating the second anniversary of our Expert Tips by ADEC Self Advocates Podcast! In this month's episode, podcast host Emily reflects on the podcast's past two years, shares her goals for its future, and introduces an exciting new role at ADEC.

This month's episode of the "Expert Tips by ADEC Self-Advocates" podcast focuses on choice, possibility, and independence. In this episode, Emily hands over the role of podcast host to Cassidy from ADEC. This allows Emily to answer many questions and share her expert tips on gaining independence!

This month, podcast host Emily met with Exceptional Vacations to learn all about the high-quality vacations they plan for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities! She also had the opportunity to speak with Connie, an individual served by ADEC who has experienced her own exceptional vacation! Tune in to hear Emily discuss inclusive traveling.

This month on the Expert Tips by ADEC Self-Advocates Podcast, host Emily had a conversation with Amanda Wagner, the coordinator of the Young at Art program at Studio 356. They discussed the positive impact of art and emphasized how it provides individuals with the freedom to express themselves and their emotions in a creative way.

During Episode 20 of the podcast, host Emily sits down with Tony, another member of the ADEC community, to chat about their shared love for the great outdoors! In honor of Earth Day, they swap stories about their eco-friendly volunteering experiences, favorite outdoor pastimes, and simple ways to give back to our planet. Tune in to this month's episode of The Expert Tips by ADEC Self Advocates Podcast, titled Celebrating Earth Day!