Best Marsh Naidoo Pt Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 154: Zack Wilson's Art Exhibition 13:58

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In today's podcast I chat with Zack Wilson, and his parents Anne Marie and Tom Wilson. Zack is an individual with Down syndrome, a recent graduate of Eagle Access here in Dyersburg TN, an avid CrossFit competitor and an artist. He will he hosting his first art exhibition at McIvers Grant Public Library in Dyersburg TN on November 6, 2025 from 4 - 6…

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Episode 153. 31 in 31 - Faith Conversation with Maleia Evans from the Authentically You Network Podcast 16:10

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Today's episode is a great conservation with Maleia Evans from the Authentically You Network Podcast.I chat with Maleia about how her concept for 31 in 31: Conversations with Proverbs 31 women - a series she launched on her podcast. I often get asked about the origin story of Raising Kellan. I am super grateful to Maleia for telling our story on Ep…

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Episode 152: Rising Above Dads Podcast with Steve Chatman 23:00

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Steve Chatman is Vice President of Rising Above Ministries and host of the Rising Above Dads Podcast. Steve and his wife Lori have five children and four grandchildren. Steve is a special-needs dad as two of his children are living with Down Syndrome. Steve spent 30 years in church ministry before joining Rising Above Ministries in 2022. He loves e…

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Episode 151. Student Leadership at U.S. Values and the Constitution Series. 25:06

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We have exactly two weeks till U.S. Values and the Constitution, a free 4 part series taking place at McIvers Grant Public Library from Sept 11, 2025 to October 2, 2025- 5:30 to 6:30 PM. In today's episode Mary Palmer and Marsh Naidoo chat with some of the student leadership namely: Mickie Thach and Myren Hurst about their roles in the program. Tim…

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Episode 150. Pediatric Day at Discovery Park of America 16:08

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In today's episode I chat with Clare Saum, Marketing Director at Discovery Park of America about an exciting upcoming event: Pediatric Day. This day connects families with a wealth of local resources and services to support children’s health, learning and well-being. • When: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Where: Discovery Park o…

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Episode 149: U.S. Values and the Constitution. 22:50

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Marsh Naidoo, Mary Palmer, and Dr. Matthew Stafford chat about a four-part series on U.S. values and the Constitution that Dr. Stafford will be teaching at the McIvers Grant Public Library in Dyersburg, Tennessee. The series will cover the history and values behind the U.S. Constitution, with the aim of inspiring pride and hope in the audience by c…

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Episode 148: Care Farming Network 20:17

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On today's episode, Kate Mudge leads the discussion centered on Care Farming and the collaborative network. Please check out their interactive website. https://carefarmingnetwork.org/ Timeline: 01:54 Introductions 3:08 Origin Story and the Red Wiggler 6:00 Care Farming Network Conference 8:23 Old School Farm in Nashville 10:30 Benefits of Care Farm…

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Episode 147: Medicaid Advocacy - Call your Congressperson 28:44

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Call the US Capitol at 202-224-3121 and ask to speak to your Congress Representative.

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Episode 146. Live Coverage of Special Needs Resource Fair in Cookeville TN (2025) 17:42

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On June 14, 2025, we were in Cookeville, TN, to participate in the Special Needs Resource Fair at Vine Branch Church. We got to chat with families, exhibitors, and service providers, including: Dawn Fry - Attorney at Law Selena Stewart with Omni Family of Services. Ashley McCloud with WorkAble TN Blake Shearer with the Tennessee Council on Developm…

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Episode 145. Church and Disability Ministry with Joni & Friends 24:22

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Today I chat with Torben Jensen. He is the Ministry Relations Manager for Joni and Friends in Nashville, TN. His job focuses on helping churches of all shapes and sizes become better at including and serving families affected by disability. Timeline of our conversation: 01:30 Torben's origin story 02:40 Joni & Friends and its beginnings. The Story …

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Episode 144. Taking care of the caregiver with Jess Ronne 15:48

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Jessica Ronne is an author, speaker, podcast host at Coffee with Caregivers, associate producer of the documentary "Unseen", and caregiver advocate. She is the founder and executive director of⁠ The Lucas Project⁠, a non-profit dedicated to providing recognition, resources, and respite support for special needs families. She and her husband, Ryan l…

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Episode 143: Why Caregivers Need Respite with Dr Megan Schwalm of the Tennessee Caregiver Coalition 19:38

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In Episode 143, Megan Schwalm chats to us about the Tennessee Caregiver Coalition and how this nonprofit provides support to over 1 million caregivers in Tennessee. Timeline of our conversation: 00:00 Introduction 01:36 How did Megan come into her role as President and CEO at Tennessee Caregiver Coalition? 04:42 Definition of Respite. 07:00 Program…

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Episode 142: Structured Athletics for Challenged Children (SACC) and Resource Fair in Cookeville TN 15:33

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In this conversation, I chat with Kristie Kirby, whom I met at Partners in Policy-Making, a leadership program held by the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disability. This is a free 8 month advocacy training program. Timeline of conversation 1:00 Introduction 2:00 Kristie is a teacher's assistant. 2:12 What is SACC? 4:00 How does the SACC progra…

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Episode 141: The Scope of Threat of Medicaid Cuts and what this could mean for families in the US. 1:01:27

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In today's episode, we chat with Leo Cuello, J.D., a Research Professor at the Center for Children and Families in the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University. Leo helps us understand what Medicaid is and the roles it performs as the U.S. largest health coverage program. Timeline of the conversation: 2:00 What is Medicaid and how d…

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Episode 140. Transitional Planning and Services for Youth with Disabilities featuring Transition Tennessee 44:59

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Jessica Awsumb and Hilary Travers are co-leads at Transition Tennessee Timeline: 2:15 Introduction 3:15 Hilary's work at Perkins School of the Blind and what led her to Vanderbilt and transitional planning 5:00 Jessica's pathway to transitional training and employment for students with IDD. 8:13 How do we prepare for transitions (legal and evidence…

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Episode 139: Resource Employment Expo featuring speaker Abby McCage 19:44

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I am excited to introduce you to Abby McCage, who will be one of our presenters at the upcoming Resource Ability Employment Expo to be held on May 7 at the Lannom Center in Dyersburg, TN, from 9- noon. Hello, my name is Abby McCage, and I am a young woman with a disability who is passionate about advocating for accessibility, inclusion, and equal o…

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Episode 138. Catalyst Sports 18:14

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In this episode, I chat with Emily Moscoe about Catalyst Sports. Timeline: 1:30 Introduction to Emily Moscoe and her involvement with Catalyst Sports 3:34 Gol Ball 5:00 Catalyst Sports origin story 8:40 What does adaptive hiking/camping look like Freedom Chair 12:00 Overview of Catalyst Sports Programs 14: 00 Great Smoky Mountains Bike Program 14: …

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Episode 137. Tech Talk with Peach (My Tech for All) and Milton( TN State Director of Enabling Technology) 20:51

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Marsh Naidoo welcomes self-advocate Peach Chinratanalab and Milton Neuenschwande from the Department of Disability and Aging for an engaging discussion on the transformative power of technology in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Peach, a dedicated co-trainer at My Tech for All, shares her experiences and insights on enabling technology …

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Episode 136. Lindsey Lind talks about urgency for advocacy (Texas vs Becerra) and AXYS 24:08

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In Episode 136 of Raising Kellan, Marsh Naidoo sits down with Lindsey Lind from East Tennessee to discuss their shared experiences in the Partners in PolicyMaking program, a leadership initiative by the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities. Lindsey, a dedicated mother of three, shares her journey navigating the complexities of disability…

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Episode 135. Maribeth Watson's Advocacy Story (Feb 2025) 23:18

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Maribeth Watson talks about Partners in PolicyMaking, Morningstar Ministries in Sweetwater TN, and proposed Medicaid budget cuts in 2025 #Protectmedicaid Timeline: 2:00 Introduction 3:00 Maribeth Watson's backstory 4:00 Morningstar Ministries 8:30 Assessing the needs of your community 11: 00 Respite Resources: J⁠oni and Friends⁠ and A Mother's Rest…

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Episode 134. "McKenzie Can Talk" A Children's Book written by McKenzie & Tamara Tuckson, Nashville TN 28:15

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In Episode 134 of Raising Kellan, Marsh Naidoo engages in a heartfelt conversation with Tamara Tuckson, a passionate disability advocate and co-author of the book ⁠McKenzie Can Talk⁠. Tamara shares her journey as a mother to McKenzie, who was diagnosed with Rett syndrome, and how that diagnosis ignited her advocacy work to eventually found⁠ Mission…

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Episode 133. Disability Inclusive Employment Imagined - Anna Fields of Bubble Love, Nashville TN 23:03

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In this episode, Anna Fields discusses her journey from a homeschooled upbringing to creating an inclusive workplace that champions individuals with disabilities. Learn about her experiences working with children in China, her challenges when starting Bubble Love, and how she found innovative ways to integrate employees with disabilities into her b…

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Episode 132. Plant for a Change - Creating an inclusive & accessible conservation workforce 29:58

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Plant for a Change is a for-profit social enterprise based in Nashville, Tennessee, aiming to create an inclusive and accessible conservation workforce. The company sells native plant seeds and provides employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Timeline of our conversation: 1:44 Introducing Nathan Fi…

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Episode 131. Community Health & Wellness Fair - Spotlight on Dyersburg Lions Club 12:43

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The Future City Health & Wellness Fair was a resounding success! Coming up next is a similar event at Bruce Community Center on Jan 25, 2025, from 1-3 pm. In this episode, I chat with Lisa Vinson about the work done by the Lions Club and the revitalized Dyersburg Lions Club which is actively recruiting members. For more information contact Mark Can…

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Episode 130: Wheelchair basketball with Tommie Lee Gray III 16:37

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A wheelchair basketball clinic is to be held in Charleston, South Carolina on January 11, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Charleston Baptist Church. The clinic is open to individuals aged 5-17 with physical disabilities, but the organizers encourage anyone interested in the sport or supporting the community to attend. The goal of the clinic i…

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Episode 129. Community Health Fairs in Dyersburg TN featuring Victor McLin, Director Bruce Community Center 12:57

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Welcome to the latest episode of Raising Kellan, where host Marsh Naidoo chats with Victor Mclin, the dynamic director of Bruce Community Center in Dyersburg, Tennessee. As we wrap up 2024 and look forward to a promising new year, Marsh and Victor discuss the upcoming community health screenings scheduled for January 4th at Future City Rec Center a…

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Part 2. How to Build a Thriving Marriage as you Care for your Children with Disabilities with Kristin Faith Evans 25:22

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In episode 128 of Raising Kellan, host Marsh Naidoo continues the enlightening conversation with Kristen Evans, co-author of "How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities." This episode serves as part two of the discussion, following Todd Evans' insights in part one. Kristen, a licensed master social worker, shares he…

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Part 1. How to Build a Thriving Marriage as you Care for your Children with Disabilities with Todd Evans 25:30

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In this episode of Raising Kellan, host Marsh Naidoo engages in an enlightening conversation with Todd Evans, co-author of the book "How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Your Children with Disabilities." Todd shares his journey with his wife Kristen, from their initial meeting in college to navigating the complexities of raising childre…

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Episode 126. How to help your Child Communicate and Facilitate Language with Dinalynn Rosenbush SLP 18:46

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In episode 126 of Raising Kellan, host Marsh Naidoo welcomes DinaLynn Rosenbush, a parenting coach, speaker, and experienced speech and language pathologist, to discuss the intricacies of communication in children, particularly in the presence of speech delays. Dinalynn, who hosts the acclaimed Language of Play podcast, shares her insights on how p…

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Episode 125. Top Christmas Gift Picks 2024 with Vanessa Naidoo, OT 24:32

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In episode 125 of the Raising Kellan Podcast, host Marsh Naidoo welcomes Vanessa Naidoo, a pediatric occupational therapist from Hernando, Mississippi, to share her curated Christmas gift list for children with disabilities. Vanessa's list is filled with creative and thoughtful ideas that promote independence, skill development, and fun for kids of…

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Episode 124. Medicaid Alternative Pathways 24:02

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Marsh Naidoo chats with Brandon Scarmardo, a Manager at Mental Health and Development Services in Jackson, Tennessee, about the MAPS program. This innovative three-year pilot initiative, facilitated by the Department of Disability and Aging (DDA), is designed to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by equipping them …

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Episode 123. Adaptive Driving with Woody Tatman OTR from West Tennessee Healthcare 22:16

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Woody Tatman is an occupational therapist and a certified driving rehabilitation specialist with West Tennessee Healthcare. He evaluates individuals, including those with disabilities, the elderly, and those with cognitive or physical impairments, to determine their ability to drive safely. He can recommend vehicle modifications and provide trainin…

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Episode 122. Tennessee State Parks Accessibilty Initiative 18:25

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In this insightful episode of Raising Kellan, host Marsh Naidoo sits down with Don Tate and Kim Shofinski from the Tennessee State Parks to discuss the incredible strides being made toward accessibility and inclusivity in outdoor recreation. As the Fall unfolds in Tennessee, there's no better time to explore the state's natural beauty, and the Tenn…

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Episode 121: Two moms discussing renovations to improve their home accessibility 31:26

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In this episode of Raising Kellan, host Marsh Naidoo reconnects with Dana Kramer to discuss an essential topic for families raising children with disabilities: home accessibility. Dana, a long-time friend and recurring guest, shares her recent experience remodeling her home to better accommodate her son Levi, who has cerebral palsy. The conversatio…

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Episode 120. Adaptive Rock Climbing with Mia Fox, DPT from Memphis Rox 23:15

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Mia Fox DPT, is a yoga teacher, physical therapist, and rock climber. Mia talks about how she got started in rock climbing and the therapeutic benefits it provides. The conversation then shifts to discussing ⁠Memphis Rox⁠, a rock climbing community, and the adaptive climbing program they offer through the ⁠Adaptive Climbing Group.⁠ Mia explains tha…

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Episode 119. Digital Accessibility and Safety with Dennis Anderson, CEO of Anderson Consulting 19:18

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Join host Marsh Naidoo in this episode of Raising Kellan as she talks with Dennis Anderson, CEO of Anderson Consulting. Dennis shares his expertise on digital accessibility and safety, providing valuable insights for parents navigating the digital world.00:00 Introduction01:30 Dennis Anderson's background05:00 Business IT services and government co…

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Episode 118. Wrap up of 113th Tennessee General Assembly and Legislation Impacting the Disability Community ( Follow up Episode 111) 30:25

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In this episode of Raising Kellan, host Marsh Naidoo sits down with Jeff Strand from the Tennessee Disability Coalition to delve into the significant legislative changes in 2024 and what's on the horizon for 2025. Jeff provides an insightful update on key bills, including the successful passage of the TCA cleanup bill, the impactful Right to Repair…

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Episode 117. Interview with Rev Dr Felicia Ingram of Salters Chapel AME Church 16:51

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In this enlightening episode of Raising Kellan, host Marsh Naidoo is joined by Rev Dr. Felicia Ingram, the newly appointed pastor at Salters Chapel AME Church in Dyersburg, TN. Felicia is a native of Dyersburg and a graduate of Dyersburg High School. She highlights her plans for engaging the youth and fostering a supportive community. Don't miss ou…

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Episode 116. Camp NaCoMe with Dyersburg FUMC KidMin Retreat 6:52

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In early May 2024, our Dyersburg First United Methodist Church church family went on a camp retreat to Camp NaCoMe in Centerville, Tennessee. In this episode, Kellan journals his time at Camp as he builds his capacity to tell his story. Enjoy! Other links: https://youtu.be/yWNwOpg_qbA?si=gqPGtHI4V9vqzNBO…

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Episode 115. The Science of Music Therapy and why it is so Effective in Early Intervention(Martha Summa Chadwick) 27:33

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Welcome to episode 115 of Raising Kellan, where we delve into the harmonious world of music therapy. Our guest is Martha Summa Chadwick, a virtuoso pianist, music educator, and advocate for the transformative power of music therapy. Join us as we explore the neural symphony of music's impact on the brain and how it can be a powerful therapeutic too…

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Episode 114. Beyond Six Seconds Podcast 28:58

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In today's episode 114, Carolyn Kiel from Beyond Six Seconds Podcast joins us. Carolyn talks to neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, advocates, and more about their lives and identities, their stories, shatters misconceptions, breaks stigma, and showcases the vibrance of neurodiversity. As always, remember, the content on this podcast is for you…

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Episode 113: Kellan's Impromptu and Summer Updates 7:48

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Thank you for joining us on Raising Kellan, a podcast to empower parents raising children with disabilities. Kellan is starting to build his breath control and confidence on the mike! You will be hearing from him more as he begins to tell his own story! Today's episode is dedicated to the memory of Steven Harrell…

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Episode 112. March 25, 2024 Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day 18:53

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Levi, Drake and Kellan chat on their annual meetup to honor CP Awareness Day. Timeline: 2:52 Drake's new job at Dyersburg State Community College 3:37 Kellan's first podcast! 4:21 Levi's 7th Grade will be at High School! 5:16 Drake's upcoming engagement 5:52 Levi's Trip to Gatlinburg 7:17 Levi's therapy 9:11 Kellans' classes 10:03 Levi's favorite s…

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Episode 111: Jeff Strand from TDC- 113th TN General Assembly 26:18

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Jeff Strand Coordinator of Government and External Affairs from the Tennessee Disability Coalition will discuss the Priority Bills for Part 2/2 of the 113th Tennessee General Assembly. Here is a link to what we discussed last year (2023) on Episode 78 TDC Priority Bills for 2024 1) TennCare for Working Adults, where persons with disabilities can po…

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Episode 110. Part 2 of Vocational Rehab. PRE-employment transition services with LeeAnne Pierce 20:47

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In this podcast episode, Leanne Pirece from Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) talks about this unique program through the Tennessee Department of Human Services. Pre-ETS is a program that helps students between the ages of 14 and 22 with disabilities prepare for life after high school. The program offers services such as career counselin…

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Episode 109. Part 2: Assistive Technology with Jennifer Cunningham, OTR of the Star Center. 25:29

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In this episode of the Raising Kellan podcast host Marsh Naidoo interviews Jennifer Cunningham, Vice President of Client Services at the Star Center in Jackson, Tennessee. They discuss assistive technology services such as pencil grips, screen readers, and augmentative communication devices for those who cannot speak. The Star Center provides visio…

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Episode 108. Part 1: The Star Center in Jackson TN featuring Dr Jennifer Graves 29:00

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Host Marsh Naidoo interviews Dr. Jennifer Graves, the president of the Star Center in Jackson, Tennessee. Dr. Graves discusses her connection to disabilities and her passion for helping individuals with differing abilities. She explains how the Star Center was founded by Margaret and Chuck Doumitt who wanted to provide services for their children w…

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Episode 107. Hope Heals Camp Experience with Kim Larrick 22:00

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In this podcast episode, the host, Marsh Naidoo, interviews Kim Larrick about their experience at Hope Heals Camp. Kim shares that her son, Ben, has a rare genetic condition called Menkes disease, which affects his mobility and other aspects of his health. Her daughter, Kelsey, has cerebral palsy and epilepsy. Kim and her family learned about Hope …

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Epsiode 106. Equipment Drive for Kali Decker's Mission Trip to Masinidi, Uganda. 19:59

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In this podcast episode, Marsh Naidoo interviews Kali Decker, a pediatric physical therapist who recently went on a mission trip to Uganda. Kali discusses her journey to becoming a pediatric physical therapist and the need for specialized care for children with disabilities. She also talks about the equipment drive being organized to collect pediat…

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Episode 105. Part 1 Vocational Rehabilitation with Ashley Roberts 18:00

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Today we chatted with Ashley Roberts, MRC, CRC vocational rehabilitation field supervisor here in NortWest TN. Timeline: 3:27 What is vocational rehabilitation (VR)? 3:54 Who does VR service and what services does it cover? 4:16 How can parents get connected with VR? 5:47 Is VR part of school and when do you enroll for services? 11:58 Does VR invol…