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The Post Secondary Transition Podcast061. Interview: Donna & Bayo from The Difference 2-17_Full DiscussionSend us a textHosts Meghan and Patrick interview Donna Pidel and Adebayo Sodunke from “The Difference 2-17.” The discussion covers the program’s growth, focusing on self-direction, community building, and the importance of independence, relationships, and a supportive environment. They emphasize the program’s focus on personalized care, community inclusion, and giving individuals a voice, with a strong commitment to accessibility and being centrally located. Challenges discussed include maintaining quality during expansion and addressing housing needs. Join the conversation!Episode Keywords: community creation, self-directed services, Alexander, legacy, personal touch, engagement, member happiness, housing challeng...
2024-11-0451 minThe Post Secondary Transition Podcast060. Interview: Donna & Bayo from The Difference 2-17 Pt. 2Send us a textThis week, hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) continue to talk with Donna Pidel and Adebayo (Bayo) Sodunke from "The Difference 2-17." This time, their discussion focuses on The Difference 2-17's emphasis on personalized care, community inclusion, and the importance of giving individuals a voice; they stress the importance of being in the heart of towns for accessibility and how that is essential for inclusion. They cover overcoming challenges including maintaining quality as they expand and the desire to address housing needs. Join the conversation!Episode Keywords:community creation...
2024-10-2831 minThe Post Secondary Transition Podcast059. Interview: Donna & Bayo from The Difference 2-17 Pt. 1Send us a textThis week, hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) interview Donna Pidel and Adebayo (Bayo) Sodunke from "The Difference 2-17. Their discussion covers how the program focuses on self-direction and community building; emphasizing the importance of independence, relationships, and a supportive environment. They talk about how the program has grown from a small initiative to multiple sites, with strong partnerships. They highlight the significance of building a community that cares for and supports its members, ensuring they are never alone. Join the conversation!Episode Keywords:transition, self-direction, autism, community building, skill...
2024-10-1422 min