Quillo Pod

A podcast supporting the Quillo Connect App.

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Quillo's Mission

Quillo’s mission is to provide an empowering platform for sharing stories, resources and knowledge for people with disabilities, support staff, and their families. With Quillo, we focus on possibilities and motivating messages to build a sense of community, equity, and belonging for the respect and well-being of ourselves and others.

Episodes

4 days ago

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia dive into the powerful impact of high expectations and supportive environments.
Our conversation will cover:
How setting high expectations can unlock potential in individuals with I/DD
Real-life stories of people who have exceeded expectations with proper support
Strategies for creating a supportive environment at home, work, or in the community
The role of family members, friends, and professionals in fostering growth and independence
We'll share practical tips and inspiring examples that you can apply in your daily life, whether you're living with I/DD, supporting a loved one, or working in the field.
Got a story about how high expectations or a supportive environment made a difference in your life? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
Remember, QuilloPod is here for you – where every voice in the I/DD community matters. Together, we're building understanding, sharing resources, and creating positive change through the power of high expectations and support.
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Your Voice Matters!

Thursday Oct 24, 2024

Thursday Oct 24, 2024

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia talk about voting and voting rights for people in the disability community. 
Episode Transcript
Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com

Thursday Oct 17, 2024

In this week's episode Cynthia and John about the power of positivity and One Good Thing. The importance of celebrating the good things that happen in our everyday life.
References from the episode: One Good Thing blog
Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com

Thursday Oct 10, 2024

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month to commemorate let's revisit a conversation with Michelle Fischer about her employment experience and how self-advocates can advocate for their needs in the workplace. 
Episode Transcript
Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
To learn more about Quillo Connect, visit MyQuillo.com 

Thursday Oct 03, 2024

In this week's episode, join John in exploring person-centered thinking to approach these challenging times. Bringing a new person-centered focus can move us from only thinking of the challenges facing us to the opportunities to do what is meaningful to people. 
 
If you want to explore Person-Centered Thinking more, join us for a free - three-part webinar in October by clicking here.  The 3 thirty-minute sessions will share ideas and tools to make person-centered thinking part of your everyday routine. 
 
Quillo Connect Video mentioned in the episode:
Hopeful Hint: People Are Sunsets, Not Math Problems
Episode Transcript 
Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com

Thursday Sep 26, 2024

In this replay episode from the summer of 2023, John and Cynthia discuss where to start when it comes to planning. They ask the following questions: Is there a right way? What do you want in your life?  What don't you want? 
 
Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com
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Thursday Sep 19, 2024

What goals do you have in mind? In a REPLAY from 2023, John and Cynthia discuss how to help people create a vision and meet their goals using Quillo Connect.
 
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Want to share your stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com

The Power of Conversation

Thursday Sep 12, 2024

Thursday Sep 12, 2024

In this week's Quillo Pod, John explores the power of conversations - real conversations that take time to learn from one another, understand, and find the right steps forward.  Sometimes it can be life-changing, and other times frustrating as conversations don't always happen on our schedule. We hope this conversation opens some ideas for you on how to find those life-changing moments. 
Episode Transcript 
Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com

Thursday Sep 05, 2024

Next week is DSP Recognition Week (September 8-14, 2024). In this REPLAY episode from 2023, John and Cynthia sit down with John Raffaele, the Director of Educational Services at NADSP. We discuss DSPs (Direct Support Professionals), who they are, and their impact on the IDD community. 
Resources mentioned in the episode:
NADSP
Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com
 

Thursday Aug 29, 2024

The search for JOY is a common theme in Quillo and LifeCoruseConnect.  In this week's episode, John is excited to share with you one of our Quillo Authors, Leanne Mull as she has published her first children's book CHI and the Search for Joy.   We explore her view on the current issues in our field and what brought her to do her first children's book which speaks to all of us.
Blue Tower Solutions
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Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com
To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com

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