Recording Date: February 5, 2024
Keywords: journaling, writing, keeping a journal, stress reduction, Our Parallel Paths, Gerry Arango, Geralyn Arango-Deeley, benefits of writing
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Episode Summary: Over the next two episodes Gerry shares her writing journey – journaling. Journaling is a tool Gerry has long used as a means of personal expression, stress reduction, and problem solving. She feels journaling has provided her with a sense of clarity and perspective as she has travelled the Parallel paths of caregiving with her mother and friend, and continues to travel with her son Nic. Join us in this episode as Gerry introduces us to the gift of writing, and some tips on getting started. Gerry follows this up next episode with more tips on journaling as we navigate these Parallel Paths together.
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Part of the Our Parallel Paths podcast series with Gerry Arango, Ed.D.
Recording Date: December 5, 2023
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Keywords: SAU1, Self-Advocates United as One, Teri Brewer, William Brewer, Disability, independence, supporting independence, self-advocacy, advocacy, transition
Summary: In this episode, Gerry interviews parent Teri Brewer about her journey supporting her son William to live a meaningful life, and her involvement with SAU1 (Self Advocates United as One) with their work in promoting self-advocacy for individuals with disabilities.
Teri shares her journey of discovering William's abilities and advocating for his needs, and the importance of having a strong support system. The main focus for Teri and William's future is finding way to support William in pursuing his dream to live independently. Teri’s interview emphasizes the importance of following our family members’ lead and celebrating their achievements along the way. Notes go here
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Recording Date: October 4,2023
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Keywords: SibShops, Sib20, SibTeen, Sibling Support Project, Sibling Leadership Network, siblings, Emily Holl, Geralyn Arango-Deely, Courtney Arango, Our Parallel Paths, sandwich generation, peronal futures planning, PATH, end of life planning
Summary: In this episode Gerry talks with two siblings – Emily Holl from the Sibling Support Project, and her own daughter, Courtney Arango – about their experiences growing up with their siblings who have disabilities, and the importance of planning for the inevitable time when parents are no longer in the picture. This important episode explores the many facets of caring for a sibling, the resources available, and the importance of building a network of support around you during this time.
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Part of the Our Parallel Paths podcast series
Recording Date: August 15, 2023
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Keywords: Maleita Olson, Gerry Arango-Deely, Our Parallel Paths, Individuation, transition, care-giving, care takers, caretakers, caregiving, adulthood, hover-mother, dignity of risk, independence, interdependence
Summary: Gerry talks with social worker / parent Maleita Olson about the issues faced when "launching" our young adults with disabilities into adulthood. Some topics included are hovering, dignity of risk, comfidence building, and more. This episode also includes a discussion about individuation -- identifying what we want for ourselves in our transition as caregivers, and why it matters that we explore these things.
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Part of Our Parallel Paths: A Future For My Loved One With a Disability.... and For Me!
Recording Date: September 6, 2023
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Keywords: Change, Individuation, remote supports, Our Parallel Paths, Gerry Arango, Geralyn Arango-Deely, navigating crises, dignity of risk, transition, disability, family, supports
Summary: Welcome back to Season 3 of Our Parallel Paths... In this episode Gerry shares a brief update of her, Nic, and their family's continuing journey towards their joint goals and dreams for the future. Gerry also supplies some hints for upcoming episodes. We hope you join us on Our Parallel Paths...
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part of the Our Parallel Paths series
Recording Date: May 1, 2023
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Keywords: Our Parallel Paths, Managing Supports, Disability, Geralyn Arango, Geralyn Arango-Deely, Gerry Arango, Gerry Arango-Deely, Hiring support staff, Bradley Beck, supports broker
Summary: Gerry continues her discussion of managing the supports for your loved one as roles change. This is part two of Gerry's conversation with Bradley Beck, a support broker, who shares his perspectives from the "outside looking in".
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part of the Our Parallel Paths series
Recording Date: May 1, 2023
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Keywords: Our Parallel Paths, Managing Supports, Disability, Geralyn Arango, Geralyn Arango-Deely, Gerry Arango, Gerry Arango-Deely, Hiring support staff, Bradley Beck, supports broker
Summary: Gerry continues her discussion of managing the supports for your loved one as roles change. She invites Bradley Beck, a support broker, to join in the conversation and share his perspectives from the "outside looking in". This conversation spans two episodes. Don't forget to listen to part two as well.
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part of the Our Parallel Paths series
Recording Date: April 4, 2023
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Keywords: Our Parallel Paths, Managing Supports, Disability, Geralyn Arango, Geralyn Arango-Deely, Gerry Arango, Gerry Arango-Deely, letting go, promoting independence
Summary: Gerry discusses the transition of roles all caregivers go through as their loved ones become adults, and their supports are shifted to other caregivers. What are the challenges of managing supports for our adult loved ones while providing room for growth and independence?
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An update from Gerry and Nick
Recording Date: February 3, 2023
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Keywords: Gerry Arango, Geralyn Arano Deely, dignity of risk, letting go, hover mother, Eric Gall, transition, parallel paths, independence, inter-dependence, adulthood, disability, EmpoweringAbility.org, Ultimate Guide to Independence
Summary: Gerry shares an update as Nick's 25th birthday approaches. Discussed are issues of independence vs. inter-dependence, dignity of risk, letting go, and more.
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Subtitle: Parent / Advocate / Educator
Recording Date: November 15, 2022
Summary: In this episode Gerry interviews Linda Carmona-Bell, a member of PEAC (Pennsylvania Education for All Coalition). Linda serves as president of PEAC, and has worked for over 30 years for the New jersey Department of Education. She has experience in bi-lingual education, educational technologies, and more. Linda shares the journey of her and her daughter, Sienna, as they navigate Sienna's journey through school, to the job search and more.
Keywords: Transition, Disability, Our Parallel Paths, Geralyn Arango=Deely, Linda Carmona-Bell, C2P2, PEAC, PATH, transition planning, personal futures planning
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