Podcasts

March 19, 2020

Our Ability Video Podcast 1.1 – COVID 19

Here is information received to date on COVID 19. Per New York State Department of Health – The first link from the Administration for Community Living, contains specific guidance for older adults and people with disabilities, as data suggests they are at increased risk due to the likelihood of having underlying chronic conditions such as heart, lung or kidney disease.  The other links are to Department of Health sites and the CDC. All of which
May 19, 2020

Our Ability Podcast: Parenting Disability. Meet Kathy DeCenzo

Kathy DeCenzo talks about her daughter Kassia, a beautiful 7-year-old born with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). TSC is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form in many different organs, primarily in the brain, eyes, heart, kidney, skin and lungs. The month of May is Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) awareness month. Kathy shares wonderful advice all parents can understand. The important takeaway: inclusion benefits all!  
May 27, 2020

Podcast Self Advocates in Western NY – Jonathan Doherty and Randy Bower

Jonathan Doherty and Randy Bower are wonderful examples of how advocacy and empowerment can build community development and a long-term friendship. A true testament to the spirit of Orleans County and Western New York. For nearly 8 years, we have gotten to know the good people of Orleans County on our hand cycle trip across New York State. There is no better example of the empowerment of individuals with disabilities that we can share.