Podcast
Living With Disabilities
Hosted by Katrina Smith · EN
Adjusting to life with a disability may present challenges that are both internal and external. Katrina, the host, knows this all too well. Despite her disability, she copes. She recognizes that there are good days and bad days. She is dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities by focusing on their capabilities rather than the limitations of their disabilities. Additionally, she advocates for a societal shift to prioritize 'ability' over 'disability'. The advocacy podcast 'Living with Disabilities' provides a platform for people with disabilities to share their experiences.
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Importance of Medical and SNAP
Nov 2800:11:00Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Living with Disabilities Advocacy Podcast, the host, Katrina, discusses the crucial importance of both medical insurance and food assistance for people with disabilities. It emphasizes that maintaining medical coverage is essential because individuals with disabilities often require extensive medical care, specialized treatments, preventative services, long-term support programs like Medicaid, and coverage for high-cost medications and medical equipment. Losing insurance can lead to severe health risks and overwhelming financial hardship.The episode then shifts to food assistance, describing how disability and food insecurity often compound one another. It explains how proper nutrition affects chronic medical conditions, medication effectiveness, and overall health. It also highlights the financial challenges people with disabilities face—such as fixed incomes, high medical expenses, and barriers to employment—which make food programs like SNAP vital.The episode also addresses physical accessibility issues, including difficulties in grocery shopping, cooking, and transportation. We demonstrate the essential role of programs like Meals on Wheels and delivery services in ensuring nutrition and reducing isolation.Finally, the episode concludes by reinforcing that medical care and food assistance together support independence, allow people to remain in their homes, and promote inclusion and equity for the disability community. I encourage you to tune in once a month on a Friday for new episodes, available on various podcast platforms. Let's continue to raise awareness and educate others about the importance of accessibility in our community.International Suicide Hotlinehttps://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/Becoming a guest formhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_linkThe Living with Disabilities Official Websitehttps://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/homeAny amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important!https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/If you need online support, Disability Safe Haven is great for receiving support. The We Care Team is very protective of its members and asks everyone who joins to have a profile picture and answer the security questions.Looking for a place to relax and have fun while building friendships? Come join the Disability Fun Club! You must have a disability or condition and stay active. Additionally, you must answer the security question.Another online support, Living With Cerebral Palsy, is great for people with cerebral palsy and for family and friends who want to learn more about different types of cerebral palsy and how to support their loved ones who have it. This group has open and closing hours and a 24/7 chatroom. Opening and closing hours are based on United States time zones.Building friendships can be tough when living with disabilities, but groups like Disability Fun Club provide amazing opportunities to connect. The virtual space creates a friendly environment to meet new people, share stories, and enjoy fun group activities together.
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The significance of medical alert supplies
Sep 1900:08:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Living with Disability Advocacy Podcast, the host Katrina, discusses the crucial role of medical alert systems for individuals with disabilities and older adults. These devices, including bracelets and necklaces, provide quick access to emergency help, ensuring safety and independence. I emphasize the importance of wearing a medical alert item to share vital health information in the event of an emergency. I encourage you to tune in monthly on Fridays for new episodes, available on various podcast platforms. Let's continue to raise awareness and educate others about the importance of accessibility in our community.We're glad you're here! Stay connected with us every first and third Friday of the month for new episodes. Thank you for listening!International Suicide Hotlinehttps://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/Becoming a guest formhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_linkThe Living with Disabilities Official Websitehttps://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/homeAny amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important!https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/If you need online support, Disability Safe Haven is great for receiving support. The We Care Team is very protective of its members and asks everyone who joins, to have a profile picture and answer the security questions.Looking for a place to relax and have fun while building friendships? Come join the Disability Fun Club! You must have a disability or condition and stay active. Additionally, you must answer the security question.Another online support, Living With Cerebral Palsy, is great for people with cerebral palsy and for family and friends who want to learn more about different types of cerebral palsy and how to support their loved ones who have it. This group has open and closing hours and a 24/7 chatroom. Open and closing hours are based on United States time zones.Building friendships can be tough when living with disabilities, but groups like Disability Fun Club and Disability Fun Comedy Club with Sam provide amazing opportunities to connect. These virtual spaces create a friendly environment to meet new people, share stories, and enjoy fun group activities together.
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What's Disability Pride?
Jul 2300:24:42Tap to summarizeThe host of Living with Disabilities talks about what Disability Pride is and how it means different things to different people. She shares what it means to her and her story as well. We're glad you're here! Stay connected with us once a month on a Friday for new episodes. Thank you for listening!International Suicide Hotlinehttps://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/Becoming a guest formhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_linkThe Living with Disabilities Official Websitehttps://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/homeAny amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important!https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/If you need online support, Disability Safe Haven is great for receiving support. The We Care Team is very protective of its members and asks everyone who joins, to have a profile picture and answer the security questions.Looking for a place to relax and have fun while building friendships? Come join the Disability Fun Club! You must have a disability or condition and stay active. Additionally, you must answer the security question.Another online support, Living With Cerebral Palsy, is great for people with cerebral palsy and for family and friends who want to learn more about different types of cerebral palsy and how to support their loved ones who have it. This group has open and closing hours and a 24/7 chatroom. Open and closing hours are based on United States time zones.
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Living with Disabilities Positive responds to Angela Dugan
Mar 28, 202500:08:15Tap to summarizeKatrina, the host of "Living with Disabilities," gives a very positive responds to a listener comment who has commented about Lul Panther's comment on the Importance of DEI. She breaks down what a trophy means. Including accommodations.We're glad you're here! Stay connected with us every first and third Friday of the month for new episodes. Thank you for listening!International Suicide Hotlinehttps://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/Becoming a guest formhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_linkThe Living with Disabilities Official Websitehttps://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/homeAny amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important!https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/If you need online support, Disability Safe Haven is great for receiving support. The We Care Team is very protective of its members and asks everyone who joins, to have a profile picture and answer the security questions.Looking for a place to relax and have fun while building friendships? Come join the Disability Fun Club! You must have a disability or condition and stay active. Additionally, you must answer the security question.Another online support, Living With Cerebral Palsy, is great for people with cerebral palsy and for family and friends who want to learn more about different types of cerebral palsy and how to support their loved ones who have it. This group has open and closing hours and a 24/7 chatroom. Open and closing hours are based on United States time zones.
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Living With Disabilities Responds to Lul Pather
Mar 14, 202500:08:59Tap to summarizeKatrina, the host of "Living with Disabilities," Responds to a listener comment on the topic of the Importance of DEI. She breaks down why Accommodations are important and that every student is different when it comes to learning. We're glad you're here! stay connected with us every first and third Friday of the month for new episodes. Thank you for listening!International Suicide Hotlinehttps://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/Becoming a guest formhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_linkThe Living with Disabilities Official Websitehttps://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/homeAny amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important!https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/If you need online support, Disability Safe Haven is great for receiving support. The We Care Team is very protective of its members and asks everyone who joins, to have a profile picture and answer the security questions.Looking for a place to relax and have fun while building friendships? Come join the Disability Fun Club! You must have a disability or condition and stay active. Additionally, you must answer the security question.Another online support, Living With Cerebral Palsy, is great for people with cerebral palsy and for family and friends who want to learn more about different types of cerebral palsy and how to support their loved ones who have it. This group has open and closing hours and a 24/7 chatroom. Open and closing hours are based on United States time zones. Tired of living single? Come meet other disabled singles at the Meet Other Disabled Singles Dating Club. You must have a disability and be 18 or older. Please answer the security questions and stay active in the group.
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Importance of DEI
Feb 21, 202500:09:23Tap to summarizeKatrina, the host of "Living with Disabilities," discusses the importance of DEI, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the initiative in special education settings. We're glad you're here! stay connected with us every first and third Friday of the month for new episodes. Thank you for listening!International Suicide Hotlinehttps://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/Becoming a guest formhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_linkThe Living with Disabilities Official Websitehttps://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/homeAny amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important!https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/If you need online support, Disability Safe Haven is great for receiving support. The We Care Team is very protective of its members and asks everyone who joins, to have a profile picture and answer the security questions.Looking for a place to relax and have fun while building friendships? Come join the Disability Fun Club! You must have a disability or condition and stay active. Additionally, you must answer the security question.Another online support, Living With Cerebral Palsy, is great for people with cerebral palsy and for family and friends who want to learn more about different types of cerebral palsy and how to support their loved ones who have it. This group has open and closing hours and a 24/7 chatroom. Open and closing hours are based on United States time zones. Tired of living single? Come meet other disabled singles at the Meet Other Disabled Singles Dating Club. You must have a disability and be 18 or older. Please answer the security questions and stay active in the group.
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What Would Happen to Special Education?
Jan 21, 202500:12:00Tap to summarizeKatrina, the host of "Living with Disabilities," discusses one of the five projects President-elect Trump plans to remove and shares her perspective on the situation. We're glad you're here! stay connected with us every first and third Friday of the month for new episodes. Thank you for listening! International Suicide Hotline https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Becoming a guest form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_link The Living with Disabilities Official Website https://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/home Any amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16 Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important! https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/ If you need online support, Disability Safe Haven is great for receiving support. The We Care Team is very protective of its members and asks everyone who joins, to have a profile picture and answer the security questions. Another online support, Living With Cerebral Palsy, is great for people with cerebral palsy and for family and friends who want to learn more about different types of cerebral palsy and how to support their loved ones who have it. This group has open and closing hours and a 24/7 chatroom. Open and closing hours are based on United States time zones.
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Spina Bifida "Empowerment" Retreat
Nov 8, 202400:23:52Tap to summarizeKatrina, the host of "Living with Disabilities," shares her insights on the Spina Bifida "Empowerment" Retreat, outlining the event's benefits and drawbacks. We're glad you're here! Make sure to stay connected with us every first and third Friday of the month for new episodes. Thank you for listening! The Spina Bifida Resources Network International Suicide Hotline https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Becoming a guest form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_link The Living with Disabilities Official Website https://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/home Any amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16 Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important! https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/ If you need online support, Disability Safe Haven is great for receiving support. The We Care Team is very protective of its members and asks everyone who joins, to have a profile picture and answer the security questions. Another online support, Living With Cerebral Palsy, is great for people with cerebral palsy and for family and friends who want to learn more about different types of cerebral palsy and how to support their loved ones who have it. This group has open and closing hours and a 24/7 chatroom. Open and closing hours are based on United States time zones.
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Tiona N. Brown Story
Oct 31, 202400:12:32Tap to summarizeHost Katrina sits down for a conversation with Tiona N. Brown, a former Sam's Club employee who enjoys watching sports and playing video games. She lives with cerebral palsy. We're glad you're here! Make sure to stay connected with us every first and third Friday of the month for new episodes. Thank you for listening! The fitness programs mentioned in the podcast are as follows: https://www.adaptwellnutritionandfitness.com/ https://www.disabilitypartnerships.org/ Dance with Ania Flatau (Through Adapt movement)-Registration link below. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkd-mgpzgsH9FtenYLzIcE2wHkW_BRLK0C#/registration International Suicide Hotline https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Becoming a guest form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_link The Living with Disabilities Official Website https://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/home Any amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16 Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important! https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/
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Read My Sign
Oct 19, 202400:07:53Tap to summarizeKatrina, the host of "Living with Disabilities," explores the theme of the purpose of the handicap sign, and why it's important for people who are not disabled to park there. We're glad you're here! Make sure to stay connected with us every first and third Friday of the month for new episodes. Thank you for listening! International Suicide Hotline https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Becoming a guest form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN0j1lThH8KaknxmeXIESTBC5NJWJjj9V0jubnYT5yMAffiw/viewform?usp=sf_link The Living with Disabilities Official Website https://sites.google.com/view/livingwithdisabilities/home Any amount of support is appreciated for the show. https://www.paypal.com/paypal.me/TrinaSmith16 Spreading awareness will go a long way toward creating a solid foundation for those who desire to pursue higher education. Your purchase is important! https://www.bonfire.com/shirts-bring-me-into-inclusion/ If you need online support, Disability Safe Haven is great for receiving support. The We Care Team is very protective of its members and asks everyone who joins, to have a profile picture and answer the security questions. Another online support, Living With Cerebral Palsy, is great for people with cerebral palsy and for family and friends who want to learn more about different types of cerebral palsy and how to support their loved ones who have it. This group has open and closing hours and a 24/7 chatroom. Open and closing hours are based on United States time zones. Suppose you are looking for virtual fun, a group filled with creative activities, and a space where you can build on friendship, United By Creative Minds, is a space for people with disabilities only! You must have a profile picture and answer the security questions. (If you run into trouble, reach out to Living with Disabilities.) Place in the subject title "Unite Me"
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