In this heartwarming episode, Betsy sits down with her 10-year-old twins, Jacob and Kennedy, the original inspiration behind Independence Village. Together, they reflect on their experiences at Fit Kids Sports’ Wide World of Sports Camp, a summer program created through a partnership between KennedyStrong Foundation (KSF) and Fit Kids Sports (FKS).

Four years ago, Betsy and the team set out to create a truly inclusive camp—a place where kids of all abilities could learn, play, and grow together. The camp runs Monday through Friday, 9 AM–3 PM, and features rotating outdoor sports stations led by high school athlete-coaches who model sportsmanship, encouragement, and fun.

As a mom of a child with an intellectual and developmental disability, Betsy shares what it took to make the camp equally accessible to Kennedy. From hiring additional coaches to training staff on how to support kids with disabilities, the camp became a space where expectations remained high—but supports were in place to help every child succeed.

You’ll hear:

Jacob’s perspective as a “typical” camper and sibling with insight into inclusion

Kennedy’s favorite parts of camp and how she experiences the activities

How inclusion benefits all kids—physically, mentally, and socially

What it really takes to create an adaptive and inclusive summer experience

This conversation is full of laughs, insight, and family connection as Betsy, Jacob, and Kennedy put on their headphones, lean into the mic, and share their story.