Quillo Pod

Reflecting and Learning

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia debrief their conversations with Lexi Westerfield, Austin Scott, Art Dykstra, and Carli Friedman. They discuss their takeaways and topics they continue to explore. 
Resources mentioned in the episode:
Flourish by Martin Seligman 
Episode Transcript 
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Personal outcome, ableism, and more ft. Carli Friedman

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia are joined by Carli Friedman, Ph.D., the Director of Research for The Council on Quality and Leadership. They discuss personal outcome measures, ableism, and community.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
Learn more about The Council on Quality and Leadership
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Work your way up | A conversation about self advocacy with Lexi Westerfield

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia are joined by Lexi Westerfield, a self-advocate from Indiana. Lexi is a recipient of the Darcus Nims Self-Advocate of the Year award for The Arc of Indiana. They discuss self-advocacy, accessibility, and the intersectionality of identities.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
The Arc of Indiana 
Episode Transcript
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Caregivers, support and community - A conversation with Lynda Anderson

 Cynthia and John are hosting a new episode this week with Lynda Anderson, Ph.D. Research Associate with the Institute of Community Integration at the University of Minnesota. The episode is dedicated to discussing the 2023 Community Report of Family & Individual Needs for Disability Supports. During the show, they will be reviewing the survey findings and discussing the impact of the research on the IDD community. 
 
Resources mentioned in the episode:
Disability Scoop https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2024/01/22/caregiving-pressures-mount-for-families-of-those-with-idd/30703/
FINDS Community Report 2023
 
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Replay: Let’s celebrate Black History Month: Remembering Betty Williams

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia celebrate Black History Month by remembering Betty Williams, a self-advocate leader in Indiana. 
Learn more about Betty Williams 
Betty Williams Interview
Early Leaders: Betty Williams · Self-Advocates of Indiana
 
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Power of Supports -A Conversation about Indiana’s New Arc Advocacy Leadership Network and Peer Mentoring Program ft. Steve Boyer & Noah Upchurch

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia are joined by Steve Boyer from the Arc of Indiana and Noah Upchurch, an Arc Leadership Network Fellow. They discuss the new Arc Advocacy Leadership Network and peer mentoring program in Indiana and how it aims to impact advocacy and engagement in the state.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
Episode Transcript
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Learn more about the Arc's Advocacy Leadership Network visit. arcind.org/
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Replay: No longer pass or fail — Life Course Connect captures your progress!

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia explore Life Course Connect's powerful suite of platforms from Life Course technology partners. They are joined by their colleague Mark Cline, from Quillo who is working with several states to introduce this exciting program.
 
Resources mentioned:
Vanderbilt Study 
Life Course Connect Site - coming soon
Contact Mark Cline by emailing : mark@myquilllo.com
 
Episode Transcript 
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In Control of Your Life: A Conversation about Person-Centered Planning with Art Dykstra

In this week's episode, Cynthia and John are joined by Art Dykstra to discuss the history, current state, and future of person-centered planning.
Episode Transcript 
Resources mentioned in the episode:
To-Do List 
High Tide Press 
Flourish 
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Breaking Down Mount Everest : A Conversation ft. Austin Scott - Life Course Online

In this week's episode of QuilloPod, John and Cynthia are joined by Austin Scott, a special guest from Life Course Online. They dive deep into Austin's vast experience and expertise in working with individuals just starting their journey with Life Course Online.
Austin shares fascinating insights and aha moments individuals have experienced when meeting him. 
Tune in to this episode to hear Austin's valuable perspectives and learn more about the transformative power of Life Course Online.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
Learn More About Life Course Online https://www.lifecourseonline.com/
Episode Transcript 
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Hello It’s Me; A conversation about technology ft. Kevin Drumheller and Karyn Harvey

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia interview Kevin Drumheller and Karyn Harvey from Hello It's Me. They discuss the story behind their app and share valuable experiences with their users. The app aims to create a community centered around connection and educational stories, fostering relationships for the IDD community.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
HelloIt'sMe
Episode Transcript 
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