In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, Tony Stuart explores the vital role that DSPs (Direct Support Professionals) play in maintaining strong relationships with physicians to ensure individuals with disabilities receive the best medical…
In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we dive into a critical issue that is affecting millions of Americans with disabilities: the nearly $1 billion in federal funds for disability services that have gone unspent. These funds, allocated…
Welcome to another insightful episode of the IDD Health Matters Podcast with Dr. Craig Escude. In this episode, Dr. Escude is joined by two remarkable guests, Nanette Wrobel and Jessica Jacobs from Tarrytown Expocare Pharmacy, a leading provider of…
In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we tackle one of the most challenging aspects of working in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) field—coping with the death of those we care for and support. Whether it’s the…
In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we dive into the critical discussions happening in Congress as the deadline for the Autism CARES Act reauthorization looms. The Autism CARES Act, a vital piece of legislation that has been the backbone…
Join Dr. Craig Escude in this insightful episode of IDD Health Matters, recorded live from the ANCOR conference in Chicago. In this episode, Dr. Escude welcomes Catherine Thibedeau, who shares her remarkable journey from entering the field of supports…
In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, Tony Stuart delves into the complexities of communication, a topic that everyone seems to value but often struggles to execute effectively. Tony begins by highlighting a common paradox—people often…
In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, we dive into the transformative impact of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a landmark piece of legislation that has reshaped the educational landscape for children with…
In this episode of IDD Health Matters, Dr. Craig Escudé sits down with Art Dykstra, a veteran in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Art, who currently serves as the director of the Trinity Foundation and has previously…
In this episode of the Friends for Life Podcast, Tony Stewart dives into the essential yet often overlooked skill of teaching within the caregiving community. Teaching isn’t confined to classrooms; it’s a responsibility shared by everyone in the…