Join us as we interview Kate Sherlock, a lawyer and consultant for Sargent Rehabilitation Center’s Regional Resource Center, and Torry Flis, an Inclusive Community Living Administrator at Looking Upwards, Inc., as we discuss Supported Decision-Making (SDM). You can learn more about SDM at ridecisionmaking.org. To learn more about the Supported Deci…

Join us for our interview with Dr. Christopher Ottiano, Medical Director for Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island, to learn more about benefits and how your insurance can work with you to provide the best care. You can learn more about Neighborhood Health by visiting their website (https://www.nhpri.org/). If you have INTEGRITY (Medicare-Medica…

Join Disability News You Can Use for an insightful interview with Jackie Camilloni, Coordinator of Self-Direction at the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). In this episode, we delve into goods and services, the process for requesting them, and any changes, providing a comprehensive understanding of these crucial aspects. This episode men…

On this first episode of Beyond Barriers, we talked with Advocates in Action Rhode Island. Who are they? What do they do? We talk about their upcoming two-day 2024 Self-Advocacy Conference on May 9 and 10, 2024, what to expect, and more. Enjoy! Learn more about the conference and how to register on their website at: https://www.advocatesinaction.or…

Join us for our interview with Anne LeClerc, Associate Director of Program Performance at the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), and learn more about individual budgets, service changes, and more. You can contact the division with questions by emailing (BHDDH.AskDD@bhddh.ri.gov). You can check out their website for more about these chang…

Ever wondered what distinguishes some athletes from others, what it takes to be a dual Olympic gold medallist and world record holder? Hear more from the King of 800m - Kenyan David Rudisha - in part 2. “Having pressure from outside is one of those things that helps to push us to move forward.... ” “Of course it’s not easy. It’s full of challenges.…

Hear from David Rudisha - the dual Olympic gold medalist and World Record holder in 800 metres - as he shares insights into his stellar athletics career. In a lively two-part conversation, David talks openly about his early days training in Kenya, his winning mindset and what he is up to these days, including his recent experience as an ambassador …

Listen to our co-produced episode of Disability News You Can Use with RIPIN's Susan Donovan and Sharon Kochan and learn more about their new Self-Directed Supports Program (SDSP). You can contact RIPIN about this program by calling the main number at 401-270-0101 or email (info@ripin.org) mentioning the Self-Directed Program. You can check out thei…

Despite its population of just 225,000 people, the Pacific island nation of Samoa is a world-beater in rugby. Yet the country also faces dual crises: obesity and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Two Samoan players - Visesio Junior Amituanai and Tagiilima Ripine - take time out during the World Rugby Under 20 Trophy to reveal secrets behind their n…

Join Kenyan businesswoman Anne-Marie Burugu as she discusses fitness, fashion and falling from the sky. Recorded at Studio 249, Nairobi, June 2023.Di Julie Marks

Enjoy this exclusive interview with the RI Director of Medicaid, Kristin Sousa. Director Sousa provides listeners with information, tips, and techniques for navigating RI's Medicaid renewal process. Links to resources referenced in the episode: Healthy Rhode RI website (https://healthyrhode.ri.gov/HIXWebI3/DisplayHomePage), Healthy Rhode RI iOS and…

Join us as we interview RI General Assembly members Representative Tina Spears and Senator Louis DiPalma, take a glimpse into their tireless disability inclusion work, and learn how you can get involved in their efforts. Links to resources referenced in the episode: RI Legislature (https://www.rilegislature.gov/Pages/Default.aspx), Secretary of Sta…

This month, Deanne Gagne speaks with Ed Laurenzo, a certified personal trainer and person with a disability. Ed has conquered his self-doubt and strives to encourage others to reach their full fitness potential. Contact Ed via email at Eplpersonaltraining@gmail.com or phone: 401-226-5048.

Listen to episode 1 of the Sherlock Center’s brand-new podcast, “Disability News You Can Use!” Join Deanne Gagne and Andrew McQuaide as they discuss topics impacting Rhode Island’s Disability Community and share practical ways you can use information from each episode in your life. This month Deanne and Andrew discuss the Division of Developmental …

Listen to the trailer for the Sherlock Center’s brand-new podcast, “Disability News You Can Use!” Starting next week, join Deanne Gagne and Andrew McQuaide as they discuss topics impacting Rhode Island’s Disability Community and share practical ways you can use information from each episode in your life.…