Tune in to today's episode to learn about all the possibilities of becoming a Speech Language Pathologist, through SLP Tera Sumpter. Tera discusses how she started her private practice, The Seeds of Learning LLC and how her approach to therapy differs from other SLP's. She also discusses how her approach to therapy led her to writing her book "The Seeds of Learning". 

Hear from a parents perspective about becoming an advocate and getting more involved from Lynne Schroeder. Lynne is joined by her son, Drew, to also talk about what organizations their family are a part of. They also discuss starting Drew’s high school’s Best Buddies program!

Learn about Gigi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center from returning guest, Lizz Maxwell and new guest Amy Smith. Lizz and Amy discuss how Amy got involved at Gigi's and how it has changed her life. They also discuss the friendships Gigi's has brought both of them and their dreams for the future of their Gigi's location! To get involved with Gigi's yourself and learn more click here!

Do you ever wonder what other means of communication are out there? You can find out through Augmentative and Alternative Communication Specialist, Rachael Parkin from the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Rachael not only discusses the many other ways of communication besides speaking, but also shares how her work improves someone's life and helps them reach their greatest capability.  

Help celebrate World Down Syndrome Day (3/21) by listening to Laurie and her son Alex talk about the history and what the day really means. Laurie also explains the many benefits of involving yourself in a group like the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio, if you're a parent of a child with Down syndrome. Later in the episode, hear Alex discuss his current jobs and goals for the future. For more information and to support DSANEO click here.