Episode 6 - Interview with Anne LeClerc from DDD
Release Date: 11/12/2023
Episode 16 - Interview with Kevin Savage
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Join us as we interview Kevin Savage, Director of the Division of Developmental Disabilities. We talk about what the Division has focused on, what has gone well, and what still needs some work from this year. We also touch on what the Division's plans are for 2026 and some goals Kevin has for himself in the New Year. Contact Information: For the Division: Phone: 401-462-3421 (main line) Email: Kevin Savage contact: Phone: 401-462-0581 Email: Resources from the episode: Enrollment for the 2026 Leadership Series has already begun. Deadline is Friday,...
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Episode 15 - Interview with Sue Babin
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Join us as we interview Sue Babin, Special Projects Coordinator at The Rhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council. She has been the founder and Project Director for Rhode Island’s Self-Employment Business Incubator since 2018. We discuss the details about the Self-Employment Business classes, support, and opportunities provided to entrepreneurs. Contact for Sue Babin: Phone: 401-523-2300 Email: Resources from the episode: The Rhode Island Cross Disability Coalition Phone: (401) 737-1238 Email:
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Episode 14 - Interview with Amy Stone on RI Sibs
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Join us as we talk with Amy Stone about the RI Sibs. Rhode Island's Sibling Chapter is part of the national Sibling Leadership Network. RI Sibs' mission is to empower siblings of individuals with disabilities with the support, tools, and opportunities to advocate, collaborate, and engage with their brothers and sisters. They aim to promote the issues that matter most to families. Sibling chapters provide the state and local connections for siblings to get peer support and information. Each chapter has its own feel and flavor. One primary purpose of sibling chapters is to create a...
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Episode 13 - Interview with Barbara and Charles about Fragile X
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July is Fragile X Awareness Month, and July 22nd is National Fragile X Awareness Day as designated by the 106th US Congress. Join us as we speak with Barbara and Charles as they raise awareness about Fragile X, build community, and share how you can support someone living with Fragile X. Resources mentioned during the episode: Foundation - Barbara's contact: Email: Phone: 401-432-4690
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Episode 12 - Interview with Donna Martin
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Join us as we interview Donna Martin, Vice President of State Partnerships and Innovation, with the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR). We discuss changes in federal policy, the potential impacts of budget changes, and what individuals can do to have a voice in the conversation. Resources mentioned during the episode: Enjoy!
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Episode 11 - From Ladd to Leaders - A Conversation with Joanne Malise, Judy Niedbala, and David Reiss
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Join us as we have a candid conversation with Joanne Malise, Director of , Judy Niedbala, the recently retired Chief Executive Officer of , and David Reiss, the Chief Executive Officer of . We discuss their days at the Ladd School, the impact they have had on the Developmental Disability (DD) system since then, how to build a good life, and their thoughts for the future. Enjoy!
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Episode 10, part 2 - Interview with Maggie and Joanne on the Ladd film
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Join us as we interview Maggie Sebastian, a resident at Ladd School, and Joanne Malise, a former employee. We will discuss their experiences at Ladd and their lives since it closed. Best Judgement: Ladd School Lessons will air on Rhode Island PBS on May 8th at 8:00 pm. You can learn more about Ladd and upcoming opportunities to see the Ladd film at Enjoy!
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Episode 10, part 1 - Interview with Jim Wolpaw and Scott Hopkins on the Ladd film
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Join us as we interview Jim Wolpaw, Academy Award-nominated documentarian and co-director of Best Judgements: Ladd School Lessons, and Scott Hopkins, Peer Mentor at Advocates in Action and one of the film crew members, as we discuss the history of Ladd with the making of the film. Best Judgement: Ladd School Lessons will air on Rhode Island PBS on May 8th at 8:00 pm. You can learn more about Ladd and upcoming opportunities to see the Ladd film at Enjoy!
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Episode 9 - Interview with Kate Sherlock & Tory Flis on SDM
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Join us as we interview Kate Sherlock, a lawyer and consultant for Sargent Rehabilitation Center’s Regional Resource Center, and Torry Flis, an Inclusive Community Living Administrator at Looking Upwards, Inc., as we discuss Supported Decision-Making (SDM). You can learn more about SDM at . To learn more about the Supported Decision Making Coalition or if you have a story about SDM you would like to share, please reach out to Kate Sherlock at . Other resources/links mentioned during the episode: RI Resources: National Resources: Enjoy!
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Episode 8 - Interview with Dr. Christopher Ottiano from Neighborhood Health
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Join us for our interview with Dr. Christopher Ottiano, Medical Director for Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island, to learn more about benefits and how your insurance can work with you to provide the best care. You can learn more about Neighborhood Health by visiting their website (). If you have INTEGRITY (Medicare-Medicaid Plan), you can call 1-844-812-6896, or for Medicaid Managed Care Plans, call 1-800-459-6019. Enjoy!
info_outlineJoin us for our interview with Anne LeClerc, Associate Director of Program Performance at the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), and learn more about individual budgets, service changes, and more.
You can contact the division with questions by emailing (BHDDH.AskDD@bhddh.ri.gov). You can check out their website for more about these changes and updates. To get the latest updates, consider joining to receive the DD (Developmental Disability) Newsletter or read past ones. Lastly, you can contact your assigned DD social caseworker for assistance.
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