Life Without a Filter: A Parent’s Guide to Disability Transition, Self-Directed Adult Services & Life After Special Education
Life Without a Filter is a podcast for parents of young adults with disabilities navigating the transition from special education to adult services, with a strong focus on Self-Direction and Participant-Directed supports.
Hosted by a parent with lived experience, the podcast offers honest conversations, practical guidance, and real-world examples to help families feel less alone and more confident about their next steps.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure where to start, or trying to understand Self-Direction in your state, this podcast will help you feel less alone and more confident about your next steps—while offering ideas you can adapt anywhere in the U.S.
Life Without a Filter: A Parent’s Guide to Disability Transition, Self-Directed Adult Services & Life After Special Education
Episode 10: Self-Determination and Self-Advocacy: Why Both Matter in Transition Planning
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Self-determination and self-advocacy — you’ve probably heard these terms used interchangeably. But they’re not the same… and understanding the difference matters more than you might think.
In this week’s podcast episode, I break down:
• what self-determination really means
• how self-advocacy builds on it
• and why your young adult needs both to move from planning to real-life action
Here’s a question to think about as you listen:
👉 If your young adult doesn’t have a clear plan, what are they advocating for?
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As a Disclaimer, I am NOT a lawyer, a medical doctor, or a licensed psychologist. I am writing this blog as a mom sharing her journey and opinions. My views are my own and should not be construed as any direct medical or legal advice. (I hate having to write a disclaimer, but this is the world we live in!)