061. Interview: Donna & Bayo from The Difference 2-17_Full Discussion
Episode description
Hosts 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 challenges, staff training, quality control, community inclusion, parental trust, member progress, genuine relationships, organization growth, transition, self-direction, autism, community building, skill enrichment, independent skills, volunteer opportunities, parental support, cultural shift, relationship building, job progression, neuro-diversity acceptance, legacy creation, partnerships
Maryland (specific) Links/Supports:
The Difference 2-17 Team (site)
Self Direction (page)
Shiny Shell (site)
Mommy Magic Cakes (site)
Blossom & Basket Boutique (site)
Ace Hardware (site)
The Last Word (site)
Mt. Airy Commons (site)
Shepherds Purse Alpacas (site)
Wagner’s Meat Market (site)
Mt. Airy Lanes (site)
The Kiwanis Club of Mt. Airy (site)
To download a copy of a transcript for this episode or any of our previous conversations, click here.
Also visit our Podcast webpage to find links to all of our other discussions; go to www.p2transition.com.
Additional information about post-secondary transition can be found at our website.
The Post-Secondary Transition Podcast Facebook page.
Visit our YouTube Channel to find additional video resources.
Intro/Outro music by AudioCoffee from Pixabay.
Transition music by Joseph McDade from Transistor.