By Syngap Research Fund, 501(c)(3)
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The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.
Show Notes
Rainy Schlosser is in the middle of a 7,500 mile drive-a-thon to participate in 3 studies to help find a cure for SYNGAP1. She talks with Ashley about the studies, her daughter Hope's incredibly difficult medical journey, what makes Hope happiest, an EEG with Curious George, and the wonderful connections they are making along the way! This is a fundraiser, so please check out Syngap.Fund/Hope4theCure!
All episodes are available at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Hope's Warrior Story
My SYNGAP1 Drive-a-thon, Hope4theCure
Connect with Rainy & Hope:
Other Links
Connect with Ashley:
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 028 SYNGAP1 Stories, April 11, 2024
#SYNGAP1StoriesHope #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp28 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Family #Water #Music #SyngapConf #SYNGAP1Siblings #Caregiver #Elopement #Behavior #Communication #Hope4theCure #Driveathon
Show Notes
In this special episode, guest host Jessica Johnson talks with Jackie Kancir. The two SYNGAP1 Moms discuss education systems, on the farm with Jadyne (Jackie's daughter), make-up, behavioral issues, Jadyne's optimism, and advocating for your children! This episode will educate everyone in the rare disease world. Behavior is communication - listen for details!
See all episodes at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Jadyne's Warrior Story
Connect with Jackie:
[email protected]
Jackie's SRF bio
Other Links
SRF SYNGAP1 Resources for Education & Advocacy
SYNGAP1: Background, Development, and the Impact on Children
Information on ABA - Applied Behavior Analysis - Link 1; Link 2
Severe Behaviors and Advocacy, SRF Webinar #53 by Jackie
Exploring Advocacy: Finding and Refining Your Voice - webinar hosted by Jackie
Jackie has misc. links news, media, etc. here
Connect with Ashley:
[email protected]
Ashley's SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
Connect with Jessica:
[email protected]
Kai's Warrior Story
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://curesyngap1.org/
SYNGAP1 Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
Wednesday Warriors
Supporting SYNGAP1 Siblings
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
SYNGAP1 Family Day 2023 – A Beacon of Hope! (blog with videos)
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 027 SYNGAP1 Stories, March 3, 2024
#SYNGAP1StoriesJadyne #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp27 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Family #Water #Music #SyngapConf #SYNGAP1Siblings #Caregiver #Elopement #BehaviorIsCommunication
Show Notes
The most moving episode yet! Paulina Polanco is caregiver to her twin sisters Libertad (Libby) and Esperanza (Espy). She delivered a raw, personal address at the 2023 SYNGAP1 Conference hosted by SRF. This episode not only includes that speech, but Ashley talks candidly to Paulina to expand upon her life with twin Syngapians. See all episodes at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Warrior Story for Libby & Espy
Connect with Paulina:
Blog Posts Written by Paulina:
SRF – Our Voice is Getting Louder for SYNGAP1!
SYNGAP1 Family Day 2023 – A Beacon of Hope!
Other Links:
SRF Siblings Page
Fondo de Investigación Syngap
Recursos en español
Café Syngap1 Podcast
Connect with Ashley:
[email protected]
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://curesyngap1.org/
SYNGAP1 Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
Supporting SYNGAP1 Siblings
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 026 SYNGAP1 Stories, February 13, 2024
#SYNGAP1StoriesLibby #SYNGAP1StoriesEspy #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp26 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Family #Water #Music #SyngapConf #SYNGAP1Siblings #Caregiver #WinnieThePooh
Show Notes
Living with SYNGAP1 can be challenging, but approaching it with a positive outlook is important. Listen to Jessica Johnson chat with Ashley to talk about her son Kai, who has SYNGAP1. They discuss iPads, music & guitars, finding your community, and more. See all episodes at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Kai's Warrior Story
Connect with Jess:
Instagram
Instagram (Kai's account)
Connect with Ashley:
[email protected]
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://curesyngap1.org/
SYNGAP1 Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
Supporting SYNGAP1 Siblings
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 025 SYNGAP1 Stories, January 30, 2024
#SYNGAP1StoriesKai #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp25 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #Music #Guitars #SyngapConf #Advice #RareAdvice #SYNGAP1Siblings #Positivity
Show Notes:
We open 2024 where we left off in 2023 - great advice! Hilary Volz joins Ashley to talk about her son Brycen, who has SYNGAP1. They discuss Brycen's favorite (and not so favorite) Disney movies, genetic testing, severe behaviors, his super sibling Kallen, and more. See all episodes at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Brycen's Warrior Story
Connect with Hillary:
Other Episode Links:
Fragile X
Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Intensive Feeding Clinic
Connect with Ashley:
[email protected]
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://curesyngap1.org/
SYNGAP1 Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
Supporting SYNGAP1 Siblings
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 024 SYNGAP1 Stories, January 9, 2024
#SYNGAP1StoriesBrycen #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp24 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #SyngapConf #Advice #RareAdvice #DisneyMovies #FragileX #SYNGAP1Siblings #ABATherapy
Show Notes:
This is the Best Episode of 2023! Every SYNGAP1 parent had a story to tell Ashley and advice for others. This compilation has it all! Good advice is good at any time, no matter how many times you hear it, and this episode has a lot of advice that relates to all in the Rare Disease Community. We hope you enjoy, and if you’ve missed any episodes, you can see them all at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Please help us on Giving Tuesday so that we can continue our effort to find a cure for all who are living with SYNGAP1 - donate at https://Syngap.Fund/GT23
Follow Ashley Frye:
[email protected]
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://syngapresearchfund.org
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Wednesday SRF Family Zoom Meeting:
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 023 SYNGAP1 Stories, November 28, 2023
#SYNGAP1StoriesAshley #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp23 #Nathan #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #SyngapConf #Advice #RareAdvice #SRFGivingTuesday #GivingTuesday
Show Notes:
It’s been almost a year of SYNGAP1 Stories with Ashley Frye, and while Ashley buttons up plans for the upcoming SYNGAP1 Conference 2023, hosted by SRF, we have a special episode for you. While Ashley focuses on each episode’s guest and their stories, she also shares anecdotes, opinions, and advice of her own, and we share snippets from the first 21 episodes here. We hope you enjoy, and if you’ve missed any episodes, you can see them all at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
And…remember to send Ashley a belated Happy Birthday message: [email protected]
Follow Ashley Frye:
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://syngapresearchfund.org
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Wednesday SRF Family Zoom Meeting:
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 022 SYNGAP1 Stories, November 14, 2023
#SYNGAP1StoriesAshley #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp22 #Nathan #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #SyngapConf #HappyBirthday
Show Notes:
This episode is dedicated to the upcoming SYNGAP1 Conference 2023, hosted by SRF. Pricing goes up after 10/31. Registration closes 11/8. Don't delay! Register now here! Special Thank you to our sponsors, including our Gold-level sponsors, Stoke Therapeutics / Acadia Pharmaceuticals!
Book your rooms here
Order T-shirts here
Friday night Caregiver Dinner tickets here
Lauren Perry - SRF Bio
Follow Ashley Frye:
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://syngapresearchfund.org
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Wednesday SRF Family Zoom Meeting:
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 021 SYNGAP1 Stories, October 31, 2023
#SYNGAP1StoriesConf #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp21 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #SyngapConf #Orlando
Show Notes:
Nancy Kessler is an SRF BOD member, an active volunteer & advocate, and has hosted the SRF Gala honoring her sister Caren Leib for three years, including coming up on October 21, 2023. Caren is the oldest known person diagnosed with SYNGAP1. It is impossible to do justice to her 67 years on this planet, but luckily, Caren starred in her own movie, and Nancy has shared numerous other stories about her sister’s life. We hope you enjoy this unique episode, then check out the links below to learn even more about this family that is so special to the SynGAP Research Fund community.
Nancy’s SRF Bio
Caren’s Warrior Story
Celebrating Caren - 15-minute movie; 2-minute trailer; press release;
Video of event held to launch Celebrating Caren
Meeting Caren--Interview with SRF’s Jess Duggan Blog post (Jess’s SRF Bio)
SRF Gala honoring Caren Leib - 2023 webpage; 2022 videos #1 & #2; 2021 summary;
Happy 65th Birthday Caren! - Blog Post
Follow Nancy:
Follow Ashley Frye:
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://syngapresearchfund.org
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
SYNGAP1 Conference 2023, hosted by SRF - Registration
Wednesday SRF Family Zoom Meeting:
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 020 SYNGAP1 Stories, October 17, 2023
#SYNGAP1StoriesCaren #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp20 #Caren #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #CelebratingCaren #Gala
Show Notes:
Julie Miles is an SRF Board Member, Volunteer, and organizes the upcoming event ‘Scramble for SynGAP’ in Traveler’s Rest, SC. Miller, the eldest of her three children with husband Michael, is 8 years old and was diagnosed with SYNGAP1 on July 28, 2020. Ashley talks with Julie about developmental delays, genetic testing, a devastating diagnosis, concerns over self-blame, and the joys of watching Miller enjoy music, baseball, spelling, books, and, of course, swimming!
Julie’s SRF Bio
WSPA-7 News Video
Scramble for SynGAP
Follow Ashley Frye:
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://syngapresearchfund.org
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
SYNGAP1 Conference 2023, hosted by SRF - Registration
Wednesday SRF Family Zoom Meeting:
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: [email protected]
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 019 SYNGAP1 Stories, October 3, 2023
#SYNGAP1StoriesMiller #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp19 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #Agression #Behavior #Scramble #ScrambleForSyngap #TheCall #Music #Swimming #Baseball #Spelling #Golf #Patience
The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.
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