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IDD Health MattersEp 131: Liz Zaso on Advocacy, Inclusion, and Empowering People with IDDIn this episode, care manager Liz Zaso shares how growing up in a family deeply involved in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities shaped her passion for the field. Influenced by her parents' careers, her cousin with cerebral palsy, and early experiences with inclusion, Liz discusses the importance of training direct support professionals, advocating for equitable health care, and empowering individuals by focusing on their strengths. She highlights ongoing systemic challenges, including staffing shortages and inadequate provider education, while also celebrating the progress made in inclusion and global awareness. Liz offers examples from her career—such as supporting in...
2026-01-2026 min