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Caring for a child with disabilities isn’t just a full-time job, it’s a deeply personal, emotional, and often isolating journey. What if the support parents need wasn’t just about filling a shift, but about building a relationship?
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, Annette Hines sits down with Susan Asay, founder of Apex Social Exchange Foundation, to talk about
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270: Play-Based Learning: How to Nurture Your Child’s Unique Abilities with Jenny Nechvatal, Early Childhood Teacher, Author, Disability Advocate, & Support Coordinator
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Workshops that equip educators to support children with disabilities and engage parents are essential in bridging knowledge gaps for better care.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, Annette Hines speaks with Jenny Nechvatal, an Early Childhood Teacher, Author, and devoted parent, who shares her journey raising three children, including twin boys diagnosed with level three autism. Their conversation explores…
269: Embracing Imperfection: Parenting Through Chaos with Cynthia Di Filippo Elomaa, Author of Nicky’s Very Messy Room
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Parenting can be a whirlwind of chaos and imperfections, but sometimes, it’s in those messy moments that growth and learning truly happens.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, Annette Hines speaks with children’s author, Cynthia Di Filippo Elomaa. Cynthia embraces imperfection and chaos in parenting, emphasizing that seeking support and tailored assistance is essential while recognizing that each child…
268: How Embracing Culture Transforms Inclusion with Christa Preston, Founder & Executive Director of Embrace Kulture
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Embracing culture is more than just a statement; it’s a way of life.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, Annette Hines sat down with Christa Preston, founder of Embrace Kulture, to share her journey of fostering inclusion for children with developmental and cognitive disabilities in Uganda and East Africa. Inspired by her brother, Nick, and local Ugandan child, Olivia,…
267: Proactive Caregiving: A Practical Guide to Fiduciary Responsibilities
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Being a fiduciary is like being a financial superhero with great power and great responsibility.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, I break down the critical role of fiduciary responsibilities and how to navigate them effectively. Acting as a fiduciary goes beyond managing finances; it requires transparency, organized documentation, and a deep understanding of beneficiaries’ needs to make informed…
266: Passion vs. Purpose: Driving Change for Individuals with Disabilities
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Supporting the special needs community is crucial for creating an inclusive and welcoming world for individuals with disabilities.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, I talk about the importance of intentional planning to support the special needs community and ease the anxiety that often weighs on individuals with disabilities and their caregivers. I share my experiences and how…
265: The Ultimate Checklist for Updating Your Estate Plan
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In the ever-evolving landscape of personal and financial circumstances, regularly updating your estate plan cannot be overstated.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, I talk about why it’s so important to keep your estate plan up to date. Life happens—families change, finances shift, and you might buy a new property or start a business in another state. That’s why…
264: Avoid the Scarcity Trap: How the Disability Community Can Thrive Together
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Individuals with disabilities often encounter significant hurdles in accessing quality healthcare due to limited accessibility options and a scarcity of available services.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, I address the challenges individuals with disabilities face in accessing quality healthcare, including limited services and barriers like Medicaid restrictions. I advocate for policy changes to enhance resources and emphasize the…
263: Building Letters of Intent: Your Guide To Safeguarding The Future of Your Children
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The process of planning for the future of disabled children is often overwhelming.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, I share how planning for the future of disabled children is a daunting yet essential task for their well-being and security. I talk about setting big goals for their future, including where they will live and work, who will…
262: Patient vs. Profit: The Shooting That Exposed a Broken Healthcare System
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The healthcare system is a battleground where profits often triumph over patient needs.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, I take a closer look at our profit-driven healthcare system after the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Financial goals often outweigh patient care, with rising denials for essential treatments and CEO compensation tied to profits—creating a troubling conflict of…