Navigating Adulthood and IDD

Navigating Adulthood and IDD

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Navigating Adulthood and IDD episodes

  • Episode 17: Cultivating Inclusion, Community, and Fun Through Traveling with Jenna Cordesius and Lauren Kelly

    *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23
    Who doesn't like to travel? The Traveling Gnomes is an organization that takes neurodiverse travelers on accessible adventures, creating a model of community and inclusion. I got to sit down with the CEO, Jenna, and the outreach ambassador, LK to learn all about the fun trips that they have gotten to experience and plan with the Traveling Gnomes.

    Links from this episode:

    • Traveling Gnomes Website: https://www.thetravelinggnomes.org
    • Traveling Gnomes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTravelingGnomes
    • Traveling Gnomes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.traveling.gnomes
    • Garden Inc.
    • Navigating Adulthood and IDD Episode 16

      • Transcription coming soon!

      33 min
    • Episode 16: Crip Camp and Accessibility

      Check out my first solo episode! I dive into my review of the documentary Crip Camp, which I very much enjoyed, and then go into accessibility online, in our communities, and at the Oscars. 

      I also go over the June Music Therapy Session Plan Outline.

      *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23
      Links:

      • Crip Camp on Netflix
      • More Information on Crip Camp
      • 5 things you need to know about the Americans with Disabilities Act
      • Oscars stage had a ramp for first time ever in key moment for disability movement
      • Navigating Adulthood and IDD Episode 9 with Anastasia Canfield
      • Online Accessibility: Image Descriptions and Camel Case Hashtags Blog Post
      • Online Accessibility: Alt Text and Instagram Story Captions Blog Post
      • Music Therapy Podcast Collective Neurodiversity and Disability Culture in our Music Therapy Practice with Adults with IDD

        • Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode16

        24 min
      • Episode 15: Amanda Brigham- Design Thinking and Music Therapy

        *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23
        Listen to this conversation between me and board-certified music therapist, Amanda Brigham. In this episode, we discuss the concept of design thinking and how we can apply it to our work as clinicians. There are so many great takeaways in how we can do creative problem solving in our work and life.

        Message from our sponsor Creative Remedies, LLC:

        "Creative Remedies, LLC is a music therapy and mental health counseling private practice located in Aurora, Colorado specializing in neurodiversity, mental health, and bereavement. We believe in providing services that address the concerns you have and also providing wellness and preventative therapeutic care. We offer individual and group music therapy services, music lessons, and mental health counseling services -- we currently have open registration for Grief & Loss Music Therapy Group which can be found on our website at www.CreativeRemediesLLC.com. Creative Remedies is committed to making services accessible so we provide sliding scale options for all financial situations. Contact us today at (720) 780-0111 or at our website."

        Links:

        • Design Thinking Principles and Design Thinking References
        • Hidden Brain: How Silicon Valley Can Help You Get Unstuck You 2.0: How Silicon Valley Can Help You Get Unstuck
        • Amanda’s email: [email protected]
        • "Goodbye (See You Again Real Soon)"
        • "That's Just The Way It Goes"

          • Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode15

          Auto-captions available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/K1yiqVXdPFE



          1 hr 8 min
        • Episode 14: Alyssa Stone- Neuroaffirming Techniques, Staff Education, and Intentional Prompting

          *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23
          In this episode, I talk with Alyssa Stone, a music therapist and owner of Dynamic Lynks. We discuss the use of neuroaffirming techniques in Dynamic Lynk's practice as well as staff education in day program settings and using and coaching how to use prompts with intention. 

          Message from our sponsor Dynamic Lynks:

          "Dynamic Lynks is excited to announce the launch of their Dynamic Community, a monthly subscription for neuro affirming and inclusive therapy strategies delivered to your inbox every month! The Dynamic Community is open to clinical professionals, teachers, parents and anyone who supports someone who identifies as neurodiverse. Make session and lesson planning a cinch with adaptable interventions for all ages, areas of need and a variety of clinical populations.

          You can join the Dynamic Community at dynamiclynks.com/community and for only $20 a month you get 5 interventions and activities, original song recordings, chord & lyric sheets, visual supports, and 1 hour of group supervision - every month! If that wasn't enough, you also get EXCLUSIVE access to the Dynamic Community private Facebook group to learn and grow with other neuro-inclusive professionals.

          Learn more and sign up at dynamiclynks.com/community today!"

          Message from our sponsor Creative Remedies, LLC: 

          "Creative Remedies, LLC is a music therapy and mental health counseling private practice located in Aurora, Colorado specializing in neurodiversity, mental health, and bereavement. We believe in providing services that address the concerns you have and also providing wellness and preventative therapeutic care. We offer individual and group music therapy services, music lessons, and mental health counseling services -- we currently have open registration for Grief & Loss Music Therapy Group which can be found on our website at www.CreativeRemediesLLC.com. Creative Remedies is committed to making services accessible so we provide sliding scale options for all financial situations. Contact us today at (720) 780-0111 or at our website."

          Links:

          • Dynamic Lynks Facebook Instagram
          • Dynamic Lynks Dynamic Community 
          • Supervision with Alyssa @alyssastone.co on Instagram
          • Ask Me I'm Autistic Facebook group
          • Ask Me I'm an AAC User Facebook group
          • Navigating Adulthood and IDD episodes: Episode 7, Episode 9, Episode 4, and Episode 8

            • Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode14

            48 min
          • Episode 13: Danny Combs- Teaching the Autism Community Trades (TACT) and Nurturing Careers

            *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23
            In this interview, I speak with Danny Combs, the founder and CEO of TACT, which stands for "Teaching the Autism Community Trades." We discuss TACT's work in the community, their programs, and their approach of focusing on strengths and nurturing careers. Also, Happy Autism Acceptance Month! Check out more about TACT below and consider donating to them to further support their programs. 

            Message from our sponsor:

            "Dynamic Lynks is excited to announce the launch of their Dynamic Community, a monthly subscription for neuro affirming and inclusive therapy strategies delivered to your inbox every month! The Dynamic Community is open to clinical professionals, teachers, parents and anyone who supports someone who identifies as neurodiverse. Make session and lesson planning a cinch with adaptable interventions for all ages, areas of need and a variety of clinical populations.

            You can join the Dynamic Community at dynamiclynks.com/community and for only $20 a month you get 5 interventions and activities, original song recordings, chord & lyric sheets, visual supports, and 1 hour of group supervision - every month! If that wasn't enough, you also get EXCLUSIVE access to the Dynamic Community private Facebook group to learn and grow with other neuro-inclusive professionals.

            Learn more and sign up at dynamiclynks.com/community today!"

            Links from this episode:

            • TACT
            • TACT's Facebook
            • TACT's Instagram
            • Autism Acceptance Month

              • Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode13

              39 min
            • Episode 12: Gabby Banzon- Music Therapy, Technology, and Community

              *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23
              In this episode, I interview Gabby Banzon, MA, LPMT, MT-BC, a music therapist in Atlanta, GA who provides services to adults with IDD and TBI in a residential community. We discuss her work on campus during the pandemic, the use of technology in sessions that is not necessarily telehealth, and all of the amazing projects and resources that Gabby creates and shares. (Check out the links below!)

              Check out her bio here: https://www.gabbybanzon.com/about

              Links:

              • https://www.gabbybanzon.com
              • Tech Nook
              • Clinical BOPulations 
              • Gabby's Songwriting Journal, "Space"
              • Make More Music
              • Music Therapy Podcast Collective (MT-PC)
              • Koo Koo Kanga Roo
              • Soundtrap
              • Chrome Music Lab

                • Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode12

                51 min
              • Episode 11: Kathleen Martins- Yoga, Mental Health, and Mindfulness

                *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23
                In this interview, I talk with Kathleen Martins, a yoga instructor and mental health specialist about yoga, mental health, and mindfulness. Check out her bio below! We emphasize in this interview how all bodies are different, and Kathleen discusses her work in adapting yoga for adults with disabilities. At the end there is grounding exercise at end that can be adapted for an individual's need and what is best for their body! 

                "My name is Kathleen Martins and I am the face behind Beyond Mental Space. I have a Masters in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling and am a 200hr RYT and accessible yoga certified. I am passionate about supporting individuals in living fulfilling lives. I specialize in sensory/ motor disorders and mental health services and enjoy finding ways for individuals to complete daily living tasks despite challenges they may face. Yoga and self-care have become a huge part of my life throughout the years, and I have seen how meaningful it has been to bring this into my workspace. My goal is to help others continue to learn about themselves and their bodies to help them live to their fullest potential possible. I have worked with a variety of individuals including children and adults with Intellectual and/ or Developmental Disabilities and continue to expand my knowledge in the community. I also support caregivers, professionals, parents, or anyone seeking knowledge and support of the mind and body. When I see someone, I do not see them for their limitations but for their abilities. Everyone's mental health is important."

                -Kathleen's email: [email protected]

                -Guided by Humanity

                -"Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.”- Dr. Seuss

                Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode11

                1 hr 1 min
              • Episode 10: 2020 Highlight Reel

                In this episode, I recap and feature all of the interviews of 2020 and highlight five themes that occurred: Resources, Employment, Strengths, Neurodiversity, Experts/Person-Centered Therapy. A great episode for someone interested in the podcast, getting a little bit from each episode! Special thanks to every guest who has been on! Find their information below and make sure to check out their episodes and show notes for more information.

                I also discuss a new Winter online session plan outline for adults with IDD.

                *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23

                Show notes:

                • Music Therapy Chronicles 
                • Episode 1: @sarieliza7
                • Episode 2: https://www.instagram.com/spectrumyoga.co/
                • Episode 3:Starting from Scratch
                • Episode 4: Celebrate EDU
                • Episode 6: [email protected] 
                • Episode 7: https://jessicaleza.com
                • Episode 8: Dirt Coffee Bar
                • Episode 9: https://www.creativeremediesllc.com

                  • Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode-9-cxych

                  47 min
                • Episode 9: Anastasia Canfield- Disability Culture, Identity, and Accessibility

                  *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23
                  In this episode, I have a discussion with Anastasia Canfield, MM, MT-BC, NLC, a board certified music therapist in Denver, CO. We discuss disability culture as well as identity, accessibility, and using cultural humility in music therapy practice. 

                  Check out Anastasia here:

                  https://www.creativeremediesllc.com

                  https://www.facebook.com/creativeremediesllc 

                  https://www.instagram.com/creativeremediesllc/

                  More resources from Anastasia:

                  • https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/554575/in-sickness-and-in-health-by-ben-mattlin/
                  • https://www.oxfordhandbooks.com/view/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780199639755.001.0001/oxfordhb-9780199639755-e-1
                  • https://autisticadvocacy.org/resources/https://books.google.com/books/about/Microaggressions_and_Marginality.html?id=7WZxpPnnjzkC
                  • https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Counseling+the+Culturally+Diverse:+Theory+and+Practice,+8th+Edition-p-9781119448242
                  • https://artofaccessdenver.com/
                  • https://disabilitymarch.com/
                  • https://books.google.com/books/about/Culture_and_the_Therapeutic_Process.html?id=AzGXeWDSEJEC

                    • Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode-9 

                    1 hr 9 min
                  • Episode 8: Lauren Burgess and Robby Chaney- Dirt Coffee Bar, Inclusive Employment, Cultivating Around Strengths

                    *Patreon is no longer available as of 11/1/23
                    In this episode, I interviewed Lauren Burgess and Robby Chaney from Dirt Coffee Bar, a non-profit in Littleton, Colorado that makes quality crafted coffee, food & drink while employing & empowering individuals with autism. Our conversation includes the journey of Dirt Coffee and their experience and community there as well as how they have pivoted during the pandemic. There are also takeaways for employers who are interested in making their employment more inclusive! 

                    Links from this episode:

                    • Dirt Coffee Bar
                    • Garden, Inc.
                    • CO Gives
                    • Robby-YouTube, Instagram

                      • Transcription available here: https://rhythmicrootsmusicservices.org/navigatingadulthoodandidd/episode-8-lauren-burgess-and-robby-chaney-dirt-coffee-bar-inclusive-employment-cultivating-around-strengths

                      45 min

                    About Navigating Adulthood and IDD

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                    A podcast for resources to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as other disabled adults, and provide them with the best services possible