Alabama Care LLC
By Alexander Bimes
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Alabama Care LLCDec 14, 2022
The UAH Ability Sport Network (ASN)
The UAH Ability Sport Network (ASN) is an Adapted Youth Sport League Focusing on Paralympic Sports and Intended for Middle and High School Students with Functional Limitation Based on Physical Disabilities.
Sarah Williams talks with Dr. David Kyle, ASN Director, in introducing the program and services.
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Derogatory Terms That People With Disabilities Place Upon Themselves
Derogatory Terms That People With Disabilities Place Upon Themselves
Zarius Walker talks us through limiting beliefs, both from ourselves and our community, and the words that can transpire from those beliefs.
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Sarah Williams talks with Nancy Becher about Invisible Warriors
Sarah Williams talks with Nancy Becher about Invisible Warriors.
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Disability Tug-Of-War with Zarius Walker
Disability Tug-Of-War with Zarius Walker _ Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Staying in Shape and Building Muscle with Cerebral Palsy
Staying in Shape and Building Muscle with Cerebral Palsy. Zarius Walker gives you an introduction to being physically active through adaptive exercises, benefits of exercise for people with disabilities, benefits of exercise mentally and emotionally, exercises you can do at home, exercise myths, and what to expect from your body when you're starting out. _ Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
United Ability and Cahaba Medical Care Partnered to Create a Seamless Community Health Care experience at the Ability Clinic
United Ability and Cahaba Medical Care Partnered to Create a Seamless Community Health Care experience at the Ability Clinic with Susan Sellers, United Ability CEO, Dr. John B. Waits, Cahaba Medical Care CEO, and Dr. Lynzee Head, Cahaba Medical Care Pediatrician. Join us in talking about the new services available and what they mean for families across the state. _ Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Greg Graber, author of Slow Your Roll, Mindfulness for Fast Times
"As an educator and a parent of a middle school child with a learning disability, I have benefited from Greg's mindfulness sessions. The information I have learned in these sessions has enabled me to be more proactive in monitoring her time with electronics and giving her more opportunities to be creative on her own and live in the moment." Greg Graber, author of Slow Your Roll, Mindfulness for Fast Times, joins us to talk about how mindfulness can help parents and educators through the stressful moments that come up everyday.
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Overcoming Challenges and Setting Expectations as a Parent to a Son with Spina Bifida
Overcoming Challenges and Setting Expectations as a Parent to a Son with Spina Bifida
Joey Cannady, Pastor and Author of Living His Dream:..and How He Helped Me Live Mine, joins Sarah Williams to talk about his son Zac's experience and mindframes for parents.
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Everyday Sunshine Thrift Store in Decatur
Everyday Sunshine Thrift Store in Decatur
Director Jeff Sharp joins us to talk about how their community organization is helping local Decatur residents.
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Thriving with Cerebral Palsy
Thriving with Cerebral Palsy
Zarius Walker joins us to talk about his journey.
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What is Disability Etiquette?
What is Disability Etiquette?
Daniel Spencer and Cassie Shrophsire, ADRS Business Relations Consultants, talk about proper communication and encouraging others to speak about their disabilities.
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"Opportunities for Individuals to Build Their Futures Through Supporting Choice and Promoting Self-Directed Lives"
"Opportunities for Individuals to Build Their Futures Through Supporting Choice and Promoting Self-Directed Lives"
Blake Huynh, Founder of Equip Services, joins Sarah Williams to talk about their services and how to get involved.
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An Overview of the Regional Autism Network RAN and Hispanic Training and Resource Advocacy Network HTRAN
An Overview of the Regional Autism Network RAN and Hispanic Training and Resource Advocacy Network HTRAN With Maria Gutierrez, Family Navigator, and Dr. Doris Hill. _ Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
MaryJane Dasher and Meghann Miller. ADMH community work incentive coordinators, on choosing work and its impact on Social Security benefits for people with disabilities
MaryJane Dasher and Meghann Miller. ADMH community work incentive coordinators, on choosing work and its impact on Social Security benefits for people with disabilities
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Overcoming the Difficulties of Living with Spina Bifida
Sarah Williams and Philip Meadows talk about his life with Spina Bifida and how he has overcome the difficulties that have come with having a disability.
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Angels Among Us - A Special Needs Community
Angels Among Us - A Special Needs Community
Our mission is to promote a fun positive atmosphere where children with special needs or developmental delays can interact and be involved in activities that are not normally available to them due to their disability. Our goal is to hold monthly events for our children to participate in and interact with each other.
Angels Among Us President, Musette Hankins, joins Lane Hagan, Executive Director Libby's Friends, to speak about their mission, vision, and work in the community.
Living with Spina Bifida
Living with Spina Bifida
Dudley Luckie joins Sarah Williams to speak on the challenges and success stories of living with Spina Bifida as part of Spina Bifida Awareness Month.
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disABILITY Hiring Expo!
disABILITY Hiring Expo!
United Ability Employment Services and the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS) are hosting the Second Annual disABILITY Hiring Expo at United Ability's LINCPoint Adult Program building.
This expo is open to all individuals with disabilities living in Greater Birmingham and surrounding areas. All employment specialists, educators, and service providers are encouraged to attend the event in person along with consumers. There are going to be employers across various industries ready to talk about career opportunities and do on-site interviews.
Last year people got hired on the spot! We will be live streaming the expo and encourage all who can attend in person to do so.
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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Katie Dumais, Director of Employment Services at United Ability, joins us to talk about employment services and the upcoming Second Annual disAbility Hiring Expo on October 13th.
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Ady's Army - Their History, Vision, and Mission
"It is a place where we turn pain into purpose as we work diligently to provide support, protection, and peace of mind to those affected by autism." Join Chrissy and Brian Schubert, founders of Ady's Army, as they speak with Lane Hagan, Executive Director of Libby's Friends, as they speak on the history, vision and mission of their organization.
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Leading the National Plan for Deaf Services
Leading the National Plan for Deaf Services
Duane Mayes, Alaska DVR Director Division of Vocational Rehab, on the Deaf Services Network
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Transport Children and Expectant Mothers, with Limited or No Transportation to Medical Care
Transport Children and Expectant Mothers, with Limited or No Transportation to Medical Care.
Matt Holdbrooks, President and CEO of Kid One Transport joins Lane Hagan, Executive Director of Libby's Friends, to talk about transportation and the history, mission and goal of Kid One Transport.
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The Birmingham based Xander Vance Imaghodor (XVI) Non-Profit
The Birmingham based Xander Vance Imaghodor (XVI) Non-Profit
"We want to help be a shoulder and fellow advocate when times are hard, and an encourager to celebrate the wins --no matter big or small."
Join Lane Hagan, Executive Director of Libby's Friends, as he sits down with the founders of XVI Allie Harrison Imaghodor, Executive Director and Xander's Mom, and Oz Imaghodor, Advocacy Director and Xander's Dad, to talk about the resources and services available from XVI. Join the hashtag #TheAdventuresofXVI on social media to become part of the adventure!
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First Teacher Home Visiting Program
First Teacher Home Visiting Program
Learn how United Ability provides free home-based services to families as part of the National Parents as Teachers (PAT) program.
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Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living (APRIL)
We had the opportunity to have a number of Independent Living Centers in Alabama on the broadcast. One previous Executive Director of Disability Rights and Resources in Birmingham, Mr. Dan Kessler, has been appointed interim Executive Director of APRIL. Mr. Kessler and an APRIL staff member join us to talk about their mission, work, and trends that they see nationwide. _ Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations. _ Alabama Care: https://www.alabamacare.org/Follow our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlabamaCare/Listen to our Podcast: https://anchor.fm/alabamacarellcFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alabamacare.insta/Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alabamacare.tiktok
Kaleidoscope is an Adult Day Program that brings people together to make friends, discover abilities, and enrich lives
Kaleidoscope is an Adult Day Program that brings people together to make friends, discover abilities, and enrich lives
Join Sarah Williams as she talks with Rebekah Allen about all Kaleidoscope is and has to offer.
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The Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation
The Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation
Steve Wooderson, CEO of CSAVR, joins us to talk about the History, Mission, and Work at the National Level and what Trends they are Seeing.
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Ansel Lurio joins us to talk about ongoing legislative efforts and transportation in rural America
Lyft offers Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles in few major cities but 20 miles outside they don't have the option to connect WAV and riders who need them.
Ansel Lurio, a power wheelchair user who is suing Lyft, joins us to talk about ongoing legislative efforts and transportation in rural America.
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Josh Whitmire joins Sarah Williams in explaining the Independent Living Center in Birmingham
Josh Whitmire joins Sarah Williams in explaining the Independent Living Center in Birmingham, Disability Rights and Resources, and how DRR and other Independent Living Centers around the state can help individuals and families.
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Special Needs Dance and Movement Classes
Special Needs Dance and Movement Classes
Abby Slupe talks about her upcoming inclusive dance class at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church that focuses on improving motor skills, flexibility, strength building and coordination.
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Neuro Inclusive Recruiting and Employment
Neuro Inclusive Recruiting and Employment
with Anna Taylor, ADRS Business Relations Specialist.
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What Individuals with Disabilities want in Primary Healthcare and Ideas to Improve Healthcare
What Individuals with Disabilities want in Primary Healthcare and Ideas to Improve Healthcare
with Sarah Williams and Phillip Crain.
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3rd Ranked Adaptive Golfer in the World
3rd Ranked Adaptive Golfer in the World
Christopher Biggins and Kimberly Garnett, Occupational Therapist at UA joins us to talk about Christopher's journey and the United Ability Journey of Hope Fundraiser this Saturday.
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Shandra Monterastelli, Senior Staff Attorney at Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP) sits down with Lane Hagan, Parent advocate and founder of Libby's Friends.
Shandra Monterastelli, Senior Staff Attorney at Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP) sits down with Lane Hagan, Parent advocate and founder of Libby's Friends.
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Back to School Bash and Wheelchair Wash
Back to School Bash and Wheelchair Wash.
Join us in Tuscaloosa with snow cones, food trucks, bubbles, art, face painting games, and a wheelchair wash provided by Children's Rehab Services.
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Discussing Public Accessibility on the Anniversary of the Signing of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
Discussing Public Accessibility on the Anniversary of the Signing of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
With Marliese Delgado, OP Coordinator at United Ability.
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Trafficking of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities Prevention Campaign
Trafficking of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities Prevention Campaign
The Alabama Council of Developmental Disabilities and Fowler Davis Media have partnered to bring awareness to the human trafficking in Alabama.
With Darryle Powell, Executive Director ACDD, and Jeff Davis, Chief Idea Creator Fowler Davis.
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Celebrating Disability Pride Month
Celebrating Disability Pride Month
With Sarah Williams and McCartney Hagar
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Implementation, Training, and Monitoring of Behavioral and Psychological Services in the Community
Implementation, Training, and Monitoring of Behavioral and Psychological Services in the Community.
With Dr. Eliza Belle, Director of Psychology and Behavior Service at ADMH.
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Tina Halbert and Hailey Morrow talking about New Hope Academy
Tina Halbert and Hailey Morrow talking about New Hope Academy
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What are Waivers and How Does Medicaid Help Serve My Daughter
What are Waivers and How Does Medicaid Help Serve My Daughter
Father and Family Advocate Lane Hagan, Founder of Libby's Friends, talks with Ginger Wettingfeld, Deputy Commissioner, Program Administration Medicaid, on navigating disability.
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Mental Health and Disability in the Deaf Community
Mental Health and Disability in the Deaf Community. Steve Hamerdinger, Director Office of Deaf Services ADMH, joins us in talking about the links between Mental Health and Disability and the Services and Resources available for the Deaf Community.
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The upcoming River Region Disability Expo is now back in person!
The upcoming River Region Disability Expo is now back in person! Learn how to sign up and attend as well as an overview of the 90+ vendors who will be there waiting to help you and your family. Rachel Hughes, Director/Advocate for the State of Alabama Client Assistance Program (SACAP) joins Sarah Williams.
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A Personal Journey and Success with Blindness
A Personal Journey and Success with Blindness Dana Barber is the ADRS State Coordinator for Blind Services. In this broadcast Mrs. Barber shares her story with blindness and how she navigated the community to reach her goals and live the life she wants.
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Learn about the power of telemedicine and reducing the potential for emergency room visits with Dr. Maulik Trivedi, Co-Founder of StationMD
Learn about the power of telemedicine and reducing the potential for emergency room visits with Dr. Maulik Trivedi, Co-Founder of StationMD.
Virtual consultation with physicians who are trained to help the disability community 24/7 with StationMD.
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EpiCon 2022
Elaina Burt, Founder of CharliesChance.org, Ambassador for Epilepsy Foundation of America, Family Advocate for her cousin, joins us to talk about her education and outreach at this years EpiCon Convention.
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High School students are receiving an opportunity to gain experience and employment through the University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System. Today is their graduation.
High School students are receiving an opportunity to gain experience and employment through the University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System. Today is their graduation.
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Get to know what the voting process looks like and the machines behind it.
Get to know what the voting process looks like and the machines behind it. With Dr. Eric Peebles, Executive Director Independent Living Center Mobile, Nicky Watkins, Senior Voting Rights Advocate, and Thomas Whittington, Independent Living Specialist ILCMobile
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Lima Foxtrot Injured Military Program at Lakeshore Foundation
Lima Foxtrot Injured Military Program at Lakeshore Foundation
with Jen Allred, Chief of Programs and Special Projects, and Alex Martinez, Project Coordinator.
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Join us for an interview with State Board of Education Candidate Dr. Wayne Reynolds ahead of the May 24th election.
Join us for an interview with State Board of Education Candidate Dr. Wayne Reynolds ahead of the May 24th election.
We will be discussing special education and disability services in Alabama Public Schools. Dr. Reynolds is the incumbent in District 8. The discussion will be led by District 8 constituent and father Todd Tomerlin and Alabama Care Anchor Alex.
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