#Life Without a Filter
The up's and down's and everything in between on our journey with our young adult with disabilities. Join us as we talk about our journey through the Special Education process and into a Self-Direction Programming adult service model.
Episodes
10 episodes
Episode 9: Transition 201: A Holistic Look at The Arc of Massachusetts Transition Timeline
If you support a young adult with a disability, the transition from school to adult services can feel overwhelming.In this week's episode, I break down one of my favorite tools: The Arc of Massachusetts Transition Timeline—a resource tha...
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Episode 9
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Episode 8:“Turning 18: What Families Need to Know (201 Series)”
If you have a child with disabilities between the ages of 14–22, you’ve probably already felt the pressure that comes with turning 18. There are forms, referrals, applications, decisions… and it can all feel like a lot.In this week’s epi...
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Episode 8
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Episode 7: What we are thankful for this Thanksgiving Season
As families supporting young adults with disabilities, our days can be full and complex — but they’re also full of moments worth celebrating. In this week’s episode of Life Without a Filter, I share a personal reflection on the ...
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Episode 7
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Episode 6: Creating a Vision Plan for a Participant Directed Program
When you decide to explore self-direction for your young adult, the first big step is creating a Vision Plan — your family’s roadmap for what adulthood will look like.In this week’s episode of Life Without a Filter, I share how our famil...
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Episode 6
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Episode 5: Putting Your Child in the Driver's Seat: A Parent's Guide to Person-Centered Planning
Today, we’re diving deep into a topic that I am passionate about: Person-Centered Planning. This concept is absolutely fundamental to empowering our kids as they plan for their futures.Resources:Charting the Life Course: htt...
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Episode 5
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Episode #4 – October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month!This year marks the 80th anniversary of NDEAM, with the theme: “Celebrating Value and Talent.”💡 Listen to this week's episode to learn more about: ✔️ What...
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Episode 4
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Episode 3: What is Self-Directed Programming?
Self Direction: What It Is & How We Got HereIn this episode of Life Without a Filter, Cheryl breaks down the basics of self-direction programming through DDS in Massachusetts and shares the behind-the-scenes stor...
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Episode 3
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Episode 2: Goodbye School, Hello Unknowns: Intro to Transition Planning 101
✨ Goodbye School, Hello Unknowns ✨ When the school “bubble” pops, it can feel overwhelming. Services, waitlists, adult systems—it’s a lot.In Episode 2 of Life Without a Filter, I’m breaking down Transition Planning 101:...
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Episode 2
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Episode 1: Welcome to Life Without a Filter!
When the school bus stops coming, what happens next? Let's talk about the fears, questions, and realities families face the day public education ends.Welcome to Episode 1 of Life Without a Filter! In this episode, you will he...
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