Delovely Podcast

The Delovely podcast features conversations with people who are creative, curious and committed in finding ways to build whole communities where diversity and inclusion is celebrated.

Shop Talk with Noel Thompson 06/11/2020

Shop Talk with Noel Thompson Noel co-hosts a podcast called STRIVECast. We find out about what got him started and how he makes it happen. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/14784602

Does God Have Enough Hands with David Pitonyak 05/25/2020

Does God Have Enough Hands with David Pitonyak We discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that come into focus when we are called to respond to moments of societal trauma. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/14557829

Friendship and Connection with Angela Amado 05/05/2020

Friendship and Connection with Angela Amado We talk with Angela about her research and teaching on how to build friendships for people who experience disability. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/14293727

On the Importance of Cultural Humility with Janet Sauer and Zach Rossetti 04/16/2020

On the Importance of Cultural Humility with Janet Sauer and Zach Rossetti We talk with the authors of "Affirming Disability: Strength-Based Portraits of Culturally Diverse Families. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/14019506

Special Edition - Here's to Your Health 04/08/2020

Special Edition - Here's to Your Health Responding to a public health crisis, these innovators take a strength-based approach; building on community capacity with community nurses. Find out more at the episode page: https://firstpersonservices.com/heres-to-your-health-the-upper-valley-community-nursing-project/ /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/13909082

Disability, Trauma & Healing with Karyn Harvey 03/18/2020

Disability, Trauma & Healing with Karyn Harvey Karyn Harvey joins us for a conversation about the experience of trauma for people with developmental disabilities and how it should be taken into consideration in determining how we offer support. "Repeated exposure to abuse, social exclusion and rejection has had a devastating affect on the people we support. Trauma affects the way our brains develop and function and it leaves a lasting impression." /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/13597583

On Decision Making with Jonathan Martinis 02/27/2020

On Decision Making with Jonathan Martinis In this episode we discuss the Supported Decision Making framework with Jonathan Martinis. Jonathan is active in many projects nation-wide in his role as Co-Project Director of the National Resource Center for Supported Decision-Making led by the Quality Trust for Individuals with Disabilities. We were pleased to have his as our guest. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/13330613

On the Air with Lawrence Seiler 02/17/2020

On the Air with Lawrence Seiler Lawrence Seiler joined us recently to talk about the television show that he and his wife Arlene produce called Abled and On Air. They created it in association with ORCA Media. We learn about his journey as a journalist, relocating from Brooklyn NY to Montpelier VT and the help that he received along with way from nonprofits and friends. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/13186646

Straight to the Point with Monica Hutt 02/04/2020

Straight to the Point with Monica Hutt Monica Hutt, the person appointed by the Governor to serve as the Commission for the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living, spent some time with us recently to take a look back at 2019 to admire the accomplishments and then contemplate the projects that lay ahead in 2020. You’ll be impressed with the sharp focus and determination of this insightful leader. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/13019108

Four Questions with Kirsten Murphy 01/15/2020

Four Questions with Kirsten Murphy The DD Act has had a tremendous impact on the course of civil rights in the United States. Programs authorized through this legislation conduct important research,bring the latest knowledge and resources to those who can put it to the best use, and also advance advocacy. In this episode we explore the work of DD Councils. Find yours at the NACDD website. We were pleased to spend time with Kirsten Murphy from the Vermont DD Council. We love "Keeping the Promise" ( https://tinyurl.com/uacxmt7 ) /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/12748784

All Rights Considered with Liz Weintraub 01/01/2020

All Rights Considered with Liz Weintraub Liz is Senior Advocacy Specialist with the Association of University Centers on Disability (AUCD) and host of the series "Tuesdays with Liz" where she interviews people involved in policy making and advocacy to educate grassroots leaders about policy issues. She worked with the office of Senator Casey of Pennsylvania on his Aging Committee staff and was appointed by President Obama to serve on the President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/12585050

Getting the Job Done with Jen Cook 12/15/2019

Getting the Job Done with Jen Cook We talk with Jen Cook of Workforce Solutions about her success in helping people get jobs or, as she says, “changing communities one workplace at a time”. She uses a number of Person Centered Thinking skills including a One Page Description, Communication Chart and Sorting Important TO and Important FOR to create balance. Workforce Solutions contact information is email: [email protected] , phone: 603-660-2655 /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/12407186

Getting to Work with Nicole LeBlanc 12/01/2019

Getting to Work with Nicole LeBlanc We speak with Nicole LeBlanc about her work with the National Center for the Advancement of Person Centered Practices and the state of Maryland. She is also a former SARTAC Fellow. She tells us about her Toolkit for Employment which is available as a document and through an in-person training that she offers. We also learn about current issues for advocates. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/12236648

Regarding Josh Smith 11/01/2019

Regarding Josh Smith Josh believes that an agency's values should be reflected in how it treats employees. We consider a different approach to vacation time at GMSS as well as recruitment and training. Direct Support Professionals are clearly at the top of his list in respect and caring. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/11869253

The Education of Bill Ashe 10/10/2019

The Education of Bill Ashe A conversation with Bill Ashe about the emerging trends in the community services system and what have been key moments in his own career and the efforts to advance inclusion. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/11595086

Peter Leidy - Part II 08/14/2019

Peter Leidy - Part II We continue our conversation with Peter and explore what he means about the value of being a "rule breaker" and bringing the heart of an artist to the work of caregiver or direct support professional. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/10885563

Peter Leidy - Part I 08/14/2019

Peter Leidy - Part I It was nice to catch up with Peter Leidy during his recent visit to Vermont. Peter was spending time with staff from Senior Solutions and Green Mountain Support Services. He has many thoughts about the role of direct support staff, what it takes to do the right thing and the importance of helping others to experience lives of connection. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/10885519

Joe Grabowski: Conversation II 04/18/2019

Joe Grabowski: Conversation II Joe describes different ways of managing risk and creating connection in the community. We learn how one person became known and cared for in ways that lasted beyond his life time. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/9446603

Joe Grabowski: Conversation I 04/15/2019

Joe Grabowski: Conversation I Joe explores the different ways that we can help others with a disability to be present and fully participate in community as well as to gain a sense of belonging. In this episode we discover the dilemma that occurs with a human service agency is viewed primarily in the role of protector. /episode/index/show/firstperson/id/9402659

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