Oklahoma Family Network is incredibly happy to share the first episode of a three-part conversation with Ellyn Hefner.  After the birth of her son, William, and learning how to be the best mom and advocate for William, Ellyn, shifted careers to become a family support partner for the Oklahoma Family Network.

She became more involved at the policy level after graduating from Partners in Policymaking and she served on the Interagency Coordinating Council for Sooner Start as a member and Chair.

She has spent the last 18 years as a caregiver and professional dedicated to helping Oklahoma parents find hope and resources for their children with IDD and in today's podcast with Ellyn, you will hear about foundational experiences which have opened the door, which has led her to where she is now.