Dec 30, 2024
In this compelling episode of IDD Health Matters, Dr. Craig Escudé sits down with Cathy Service, a nurse practitioner with decades of experience in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Cathy shares her inspiring journey, from her early days working in a state institution to becoming a leader...
Dec 28, 2024
In this heartfelt episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we sit down with the remarkable Mike Hayes, winner of the prestigious Annie Sullivan League Award, to explore his inspiring journey of service, creativity, and advocacy. Mike shares stories from his early days mentoring youth through theater and music, his...
Dec 23, 2024
In this inspiring episode of the IDD Health Matters Podcast, Dr. Craig Escude is joined by three dedicated occupational therapists from UC Health at the University of Colorado. Bree Williams, Kelly Corley, Margaret Ries share their journeys into the field of occupational therapy and their specific involvement...
Ep 240: Enhancing DSP Retention and Provider Support: Insights from Lucas County Board of DD Experts
Dec 21, 2024
In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we sit down with Chris Hart and Jane Meyer from the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities. With a combined 47 years of experience, Chris and Jane share their vital work in the Provider Support Department, ensuring compliance, fostering provider growth,...
Dec 18, 2024
In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we dive into the U.S. Department of Labor's groundbreaking proposal to phase out 14(c) certificates, a decades-old provision allowing employers to pay workers with disabilities less than minimum wage. This historic move marks a pivotal step toward ending subminimum wage...