Melanie Coulter - Podcast Details

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Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelAccident, Anxiety and Activities!Join Melanie and Grace as they share a recap from the past season and talk about plans for the new year. They discuss feelings and experiences regarding some challenging and scary times with family members who were in a bad car accident, diagnosis and death. They remain lighthearted and hopeful for the future and hope that sharing their story will help others. You are not in this alone. Together we rise. Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! F...2025-01-1225 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelChange, Transitions and CLH!Welcome to Well Balanced Life with Grace and Mel. Today's episode is all about handling change, starting something new and CLH (formerly Community Living Huronia).Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And don't forget...you're not alone! 2024-07-1820 min

Berliner Salon für HomöopathieFEMINISMUS & HOMÖOPATHIEFeminismus und wo er zu finden ist: bei uns in den Praxen, in den Arzneimitteln und unter uns Homöopath*innen. Ein entspanntes Gespräch über die Tatsache, dass alle nur gewinnen können, wenn es allen gut geht. SHOW NOTES Jesper Juul: dänischer Familientherapeut und Autor zahlreicher Bücher um Familienbeziehungen und Erziehung Mélanie Hahnemann: Malerin und Homöopathin, zweite Ehefrau von Samuel-Hahnemann Organon: Organon der Heilkunst, Grundlagenwerk der Homöopathie von Samuel Hahnemann Genannte weibliche Homöopathinnen: Henriette Hahnemann (War verheiratet...2024-05-101h 02

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelLife Update!We're back! Welcome to Well Balanced Life with Grace and Mel, where today, Gracie shares an update on what's happened and what's upcoming! Gracie has a lot to look forward to with graduating College, going to Florida, attending CLH groups, cooking classes with her boyfriend and hanging with friends! Sensory issues, connecting thoughts, and Gracie's humour are a part of this episode too! Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our b...2024-05-0822 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelAdult Supports - Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) - Part 1Hello and welcome to Well Balanced Life with Grace and Mel. Today's episode is part one of Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) - Adult Supports information. Melanie shares the adult services that will be available to your youth/adult to help them live as successfully and independently as possible. Many parents and caregivers fear the future. Questions like "how will we pay for accommodations and support?"; "who will care for my child when I can't?"; "what if I need a break but can't afford to pay someone to help?"; "who will make sure their bills are paid, house is clean...2024-03-0321 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelThoughts on Moving Out! Adulthood.Welcome to Well Balanced Life with Grace and Mel! Join Gracie and Melanie as they share their thoughts on adulthood. Gracie talks about her worries about moving out but she also can't wait for the freedom of living on her own. Gain a perspective from both Gracie's view and her mom when you listen today! Developmental Services Ontario (DSO)If your child is 16 or over, register now!How to access services:https://www.dsontario.ca/how-to-access-servicesMusic: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon...2024-02-1920 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelCaregiver BurnoutJoin Melanie as she shares an honest confession about raising a child with exceptionalities. Caregiver burnout happens to all of us and it's important to know you aren't alone. Please seek help if you need it. Resources:Self-Care Booklet and Information on Caregivers: https://www.caregiversnetworkek.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/255/2018/09/selfcarebooklet.pdfFamily Caregivers - Taking Care of Yourself:https://www.caregiver.org/resource/taking-care-you-self-care-family-caregivers/The Ontario Caregiver Organization:https://ontariocaregiver.ca/helpline/#who-can-use-helplineOnline Webinars for Self-Care, Emotional Regulation, Healthy Relationships:https://cfssc.ca/mindself/2024-01-2721 min

CiTR -- Bepi Crespan Presents24 HOURS OF RADIO ART 2024 > 14h00 - 17h00Curated By: CiTR 101.9FM 24 Hours Of Radio Art Team Featuring 24 Hours of Radio Art 2024 submissions from Peace Frequencies Project's Phil Smith, Pablo Diserens and The Ocean Comm/Uni/Ty, Experimental Modular Radio Collective, Jess Schmidt, Jonathan Jalbert, Ron Coulter, Yan St-Onge and two fantastic sound art compilations - 60 Seconds Each (Corvo Records) and Essays On Radio: Can I Have Two Minutes of Your Time? (Crónica). On deck: David Helbich | Phillip Sollmann | Mattin | Heimo Lattner | Dani Gal | Jorn Ebner | Georg Klein | Luca Forcucci | Gilles Aubry | Michael Trommer | Julia Bunnagel | Charlotte Simon (DJ Carl) | Jan-Peter E.R. Sonntag | Kristof Georgen | Nik N...2024-01-173h 01

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelHolidays, Bear Accident and AnxietyOn today's episode, Gracie gives an update on her Christmas holiday in Florida, hitting a black bear in West Virginia on the way, starting a new (and her last) semester at College, and the anxiety this has all brought. Thank you for being on this journey with us! Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And don't forget...you're not alone! 2024-01-0721 min

Cherokee Business RadioChris Coulter with Local Color StudioSponsored by Woodstock Neighbors Magazine and Business RadioX ® Main Street Warriors Chris Coulter is a Cherokee County resident of 25 years. He attended University of Georgia and graduated in 1994. Chris is married to Shanna and they have 5 kids together; Emma, 28, Julianna, 24, Melanie, 23, Jackson, 22 and Andrew, 19. Chris enjoys cooking for […] The post Chris Coulter with Local Color Studio appeared first on Business RadioX ®.2023-12-2000 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelAnxiety, Sensory Overload and the Holidays!Today's episode is all about the busyness of the holidays! Anxiety of transitioning from school to home for the holidays, large crowds, lights, smells and more! Join Grace and Mel as they share their lived experiences together. Walt Disney Disability Access Service (DAS)https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/en_CA/guest-services/disability-access-service/register/Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And don't forget...you're not...2023-12-1823 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelInvisible Disability...Sort of...The plan was to discuss invisible disabilities but we often get sidetracked! Enjoy this episode with humour from Gracie, reflecting on some "mistakes", whisper skills, a "grumpy" bus driver, Halloween meanies and a grudge list. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And don't forget...you're not alone! 2023-11-0718 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelSpending Money & Your Health!Today's episode took a turn from what was originally planned. After seeing Gracie's bank statement and noticing the amount she was spending on fast food, sweet drinks, and snacks, (again), a conversation was recorded to share with you. Aaron and Grandma Cathy came part way through, so you'll get to hear what they had to offer to the conversation as well. Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at w...2023-10-1620 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelThanksgiving SupportHello! Welcome to Well Balanced Life with Grace and Mel. Today Melanie shares some memories of Thanksgivings in the past and reminders to be kind to yourself. Melanie also shares information for our extended families to help with a better understanding of how they too can be supportive. Living life with autism can be beautiful and challenging at the same time. This weekend especially, Melanie is grateful for this community. Happy Thanksgiving to you!Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening...2023-10-0711 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelStress and Worries - How She Thinks!Join Grace and Mel as they share some recent stress and worries, and definitely some happy thoughts and excitement, all while Gracie tries to explain how her thinking process works! The worries can take over, often causing Gracie to constantly have conversations and stressful statements in her mind. If you need support, send us a message on our facebook page or email at wellbalancedlife@rogers.comMusic: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check o...2023-09-1624 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelPlanning For the First Week of SchoolMelanie shares some strategies on making the first week of school as successful as possible. These strategies take you back to the basics! Simple, quick ways to provide a bit more control in an uncontrollable environment. There will be lots of changes, experiences, and unknowns, so let's make it as comfortable and safe as possible for our kids and students. Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And d...2023-09-0317 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelResidence and Moving Out!Grace REALLY wants to move out and into residence, but Melanie doesn't think she's quite ready. Join them as they talk about the reasons for staying at home a little longer, and hear Gracie's desire to be like her siblings, but also feels hesitant to leave her mom. Grace wants you to know, she's not actually moving out just yet!!Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. A...2023-08-2619 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelBack to School!Welcome to Well Balanced Life! Join Grace and Mel as they talk about going back to school. Fears, excitement, and everything in between! Blog website:https://wellbalancedlife.ca/Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And don't forget...you're not alone! 2023-08-2121 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelFriendship Challenges - Part Two!Part 2 on friendships is here! Listen to part 1 first if you haven't already where Gracie shared a story of her and her best friend going their separate ways. Part 2 is a continuation of past and present experiences and feelings. Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And don't forget...you're not alone! 2023-08-1522 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelFriendship Challenges - Part One!Join Gracie as she tells Melanie about her experience at camp of losing her best friend of 7 years. Having autism or another developmental disability can make keeping friends a challenge. Grace unfortunately experienced this once again and wanted to explain her side of what happened. Stay tuned for part two!Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And don't forget...you're not alone! 2023-08-0615 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelGrief and LossJoin Grace and Mel as they share some recent losses and how they are handling their grief. If you are struggling with loss and grief, please see the links below for support. Some of these are for Simcoe County area in Ontario, but a google search in your location for grief counselling should offer you the support you need. We are thinking of you.Grief and Loss SupportHospice Simcoe:https://hospicesimcoe.ca/community-programs/grief-and-bereavement-support/Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County:https://cfssc.ca/services/individual-counselling/individual-grief/The Canadian...2023-07-2921 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelLet's Talk About Sex!Join Gracie and Mel while they talk about sex, consent, setting boundaries, and more! It is very important to be clear about what is okay and what is not. All of our children and youth are developing at their own rate, so use your own judgement as to how much to teach and share. But the topics of consent and boundaries are crucial in keeping our kids and others safe. Resources:https://researchautism.org/self-advocates/sex-ed-for-self-advocates/#:~:text=Welcome%20to%20Sex%20Ed%20for,starting%20point%20to%20change%20that.https://teachingsexualhealth.ca/teachers/grade/differing-abilities/2023-06-1223 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelUpdate! Anxiety, OCD, Sensory Issues, and Camp!Join Grace and Mel as they give an update on the past couple of weeks leading up to Gracie going to overnight camp! Lots of anxiety and lots of excitement!! Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And don't forget...you're not alone! 2023-06-0320 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelEmotions and More!Today's episode was to be about emotions. Gracie's curiosity and love of observing people's emotions. We did veer off topic a bit, but it was fun nonetheless! Email: wellbalancedlife@rogers.comMusic: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And don't forget...you're not alone! 2023-05-3023 min

Inside Running Podcast290: Craig Mottram Part 1 | Great Ocean Road, Runaway Sydney Half & races aplenty290: Craig Mottram Part 1 | Great Ocean Road, Runaway Sydney Half & races aplenty This week’s episode of the Inside Running podcast is proudly sponsored by Gold Coast Marathon. Run your next PB at the Gold Coast Marathon in 2023. Fast, flat & scenic. There is an event distance for everyone – from the full marathon to the kids 2 & 4km junior dash. Enter now at goldcoastmarathon.com.au Brad checks into the hospital after last week’s heart episode. Julian splits his time between Melbourne and Apollo Bay while navigating life’s tribulations. Brady retur...2023-05-232h 53

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelAdvocating For Your Child in SchoolAre you starting to stress out because the school year is coming to an end and that means changes are coming? The knowns are turning into unknowns and this can be a scary time. Join Melanie as she shares how to advocate for your child with the school and help you prepare for September. Email: wellbalancedlife@rogers.comMusic: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. And d...2023-05-2220 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelHow To Connect With Your ChildToday's episode is about connecting with your child and developing a meaningful relationship. Melanie shares her experience on how she connected not only with her daughter Grace, but the students she was blessed to worked with.Here are the links mentioned in today's podcast:Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Books - https://www.amazon.ca/Relationship-Development-Intervention-Young-Children/dp/1843107147/ref=sr_1_1?crid=35MQZOMXDLDLR&keywords=relationship+development+intervention&qid=1683935967&sprefix=relationship+devel%2Caps%2C120&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.ca/Relationship-Development-Intervention-Children-Adolescents/dp/1843107171/ref=sr_1_2?crid=35MQZOMXDLDLR&keywords=relationship+development+intervention&qid=1683935967&sprefix=relationship+devel%2Caps%2C120&sr=8...2023-05-1318 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelAnxietyGracie shares what her anxiety feels like while Melanie offers a couple of suggestions for resources that have helped her family and some children that she's supported. Autism, OCD, anxiety, panic, phobias, and more!OCD and/or Anxiety information and training by Natasha Daniels:https://www.anxioustoddlers.com/This website is not just for toddlers! She has lots of information for youth, teens, and parents as well! AT Parenting now stands for toddlers and teens!Books with great visuals and strategies to help with many things surrounding anxiety!https://www.amazon.ca...2023-05-0618 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelYear One of College Complete!Gracie is done her first year of college!! And she's already bored! Listen to Gracie share her thoughts on the changes that have begun with her routine, the seasons, and home life. Melanie will share tips on how to help your child entertain themselves with information on their blog!Blog: http://www.wellbalancedlife.caFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079563130264Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check...2023-04-2716 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelCommunicationOn this week's episode, Melanie talks about the different types of communication, common symptoms, and shares some strategies that have helped Gracie and others who have struggled with their communication. Here are some links that were mentioned in the podcast:Data Collection: https://www.earlywood.org/Page/556Nancy Kaufman: http://www.kidspeech.com/k-slp-treatment-kit-1/Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS): https://pecs-canada.com/pecs/Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for l...2023-04-1527 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelDysregulationGracie shares an issue she had on the bus with another passenger that led to some pretty anxious feelings that effected her participation in school and out in the community. Dysregulation is usually the first sign of a meltdown on the horizon. We were fortunate Gracie's older sister was able to help her navigate this challenge and this avoided a meltdown. Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or check out our blog at www.wellbalancedlife.ca. A...2023-04-0826 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelTransitionsIt's here! Today's podcast is on the struggles our kids can have with transitions and what we can do to help them! Parenting isn't always easy, especially when our kids have autism or other developmental disabilities that include symptoms that cause meltdowns. Today, Melanie continues with the "meltdown series" and we hope this episode is helpful! To find some of the resources mentioned in the podcast, go to the links below:https://www.abaresources.com/free3/https://adayinourshoes.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/first_next_then_boards.pdfhttps://adayinourshoes.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/morning...2023-03-2627 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelBonus: Sensory Processing Disorder StrategiesHere is a bonus episode for this week! A follow-up to the Sensory Issues podcast we shared yesterday. This one explains the 7 Senses and Melanie provides some strategies for you to try at home to help your child. Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder, special needs or no special needs diagnosis. This can help parents to help their children who might struggle with so many sensations or the lack of them. Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or ch...2023-03-1929 min

Well Balanced Life with Grace & MelSensory IssuesSensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a real thing. And today's episode is about the senses and what that can feel like for Gracie. She shares what she loves and what she doesn't love about her different senses and we've called it 'Sensory Issues' because this is the term that Gracie understands. Stay tuned for a bonus episode this week where Melanie shares tips and tricks to help with all senses. Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comCover art photo by Sharon Light PhotographyThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook o...2023-03-1818 min