About the McGuires

As loving parents, Jonathan and Sarah saw firsthand the unique challenges of raising a child with special needs. They decided to take action and co-founded Hope Anew, a non-profit organization in 2016. Hope Anew provides spiritual and emotional support for parents of children with special needs by offering a Christ-centered approach to healing and hope.

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www.HopeAnew.com

Hope Anew Facebook Page

Hope Anew Disability Podcast

Find out more about Base Camp by clicking here or emailing Steve Chatman at [email protected]!

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About Dianna

Dianna Swenson, who is a daughter of God first, wife, mother of two, and owner of Vocal Inclusion, received her bachelor degree in music education with vocal performance. From her home business, she teaches approximately 40 students of all abilities, that range from ages 6 to 40. The passion she has for inclusion of those with differing abilities began with her oldest child, who has cerebral palsy and is non-verbal and communicates with his family through music. Her neuro-typical daughter also performs in the arts. Through these merging relationships, she has discovered how music reaches all abilities and provides a catalyst for confidence.

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Free Monthly Resources for September

For more information about Base Camp for special-needs dads, visit our website here.

Joe and Cindi Ferrini join Becky to discuss how to handle situations when the caregivers get sick. In this episode, Joe and Cindi share from their personal experiences recently and how they have been challenged to both give and receive help when needed.

Kristi and Cassaundra join us to discuss challenging behaviors and some lessons they have learned in handling them in their own home.

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Base Camp in TN on October 13-15

Find out more about Kristi: Episode 150

Find out more about Cassaundra: Season 3, Episode 14

About the Show

Rising Above with Becky Davidson is created & produced by Rising Above Ministries. To learn more about us and our resources for special-needs families, visit our website at www.risingaboveministries.org. If you’ve enjoyed listening and want to hear more, we’d love for you to subscribe to our podcast or share it to encourage a friend. 

*Theme music and editing by Open Mic Studios.

https://openmicrecordingstudio.com/

Jayne and Melanie join Becky to discuss how change affects the special-needs family, and how to navigate a life when your 'normal' changes often.

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Respite for Your Mind called 'Accept What Is' - Find it on the app!

Find out more about Melanie:

Melanie's Previous Episodes

Episode 58

Episode 87

Episode 112

Instagram: @redefinespecial

Episode 102

Join us for the podcast as Becky and Kim have a conversation with their counselor, Jerri. In this episode, they will discuss counseling and how this can help following any kind of trauma. 

About Jerri

Jerri Cross, Ed.S., LPC/MHSP, CPSII, NBCC has been working in social services and counseling providing quality services in the Upper Cumberland area for the past 20+ years. Jerri grew up and attended school in middle Tennessee. She is a Nationally Board Certified Counselor with NBCC, member of the TN Licensed Professional Counselors Association, American Association of Christian Counselors, & a Certified Prevention Specialist II.  Jerri enjoys spending time with her family & friends. She is also an avid reader and enjoys a sunny afternoon reading.

Today on the podcast, Kim and Becky discuss their experience with counseling--and how it helped them navigate some past traumas in their lives. Don't be afraid to ask for help!

In this episode, Brittnie and Katie discuss ways that they have learned to connect with others and have a social life, even amidst the demands that come with raising an individual with disabilities.

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Respite for Your Mind:  Find it on the app!

Katie Whitmire previous episode

Brittnie Blackburn previous episode

Enjoy this chat with Becky, Sandy, and Susan as they discuss how to help your children with special needs transition to adulthood.

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Join us for our August Book Club!

Susan Pace on a previous episode

Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick previous episodes: Season 3, Episode 1, Episode 88, Episode 135

About the Show

Rising Above with Becky Davidson is created & produced by Rising Above Ministries. To learn more about us and our resources for special-needs families, visit our website at www.risingaboveministries.org. If you’ve enjoyed listening and want to hear more, we’d love for you to subscribe to our podcast or share it to encourage a friend. 

*Theme music and editing by Open Mic Studios.

https://openmicrecordingstudio.com/

About this episode

Jade & Leslie discuss the ways their children deal with school being out for the summer and give suggestions on how to handle the summertime flexibility for our children with special needs.

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Leslie’s podcast episode

Jade’s podcast episode

About the Show

Rising Above with Becky Davidson is created & produced by Rising Above Ministries. To learn more about us and our resources for special-needs families, visit our website at www.risingaboveministries.org. If you’ve enjoyed listening and want to hear more, we’d love for you to subscribe to our podcast or share it to encourage a friend. 

*Theme music and editing by Open Mic Studios.

https://openmicrecordingstudio.com/