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Neurodiversity

Nurturing Neurodiversity

Sammy Anne and Patricia Falcetta

Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices. We hope you will join us on our journey.
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Ange Anderson M.Ed opened and led an innovative specialist school in North Wales for 10 years, introducing over 25 different therapeutic and technological interventions to support pupils with learning differences. She has also authored and contributed to many books and articles across many topics in special education. Ange joins Sammy and Patricia for part 3 of our Play as a Human Right series, bringing all of her experience and wisdom in utilising play and various other therapeutic interventions to support children's wellbeing, which we know is a vital place to start if we hope to help them to learn. We loved hearing how focussing in on play, communication and meeting children's needs resulted in progress in their learning; as Ange quotes, "If a child is not learning the way we teach, then we need to teach the way they learn."

We know you'll be as fascinated as we were, so be sure to check out Ange's website here where you'll find links to her socials and books!

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Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society. Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change. With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

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Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com Email | Facebook | Instagram

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Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au Email | Facebook | Instagram

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Nurturing 
Neurodiversity - From Busy to Being - with Michelle Heriot
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11/18/21 • 76 min

This episode is the audio from a Facebook Live hosted on Sammy's page, Map the Maze, titled "From Busy to Being".

Michelle Heriot from E-Gen joins Sammy for an insightful conversation full of tips and strategies you can utilise for yourself and for your children, all about emotional intelligence, becoming aware of your "stuff", discovering your values and strategies for regulating ourselves, so we can then be more effective at supporting our children to regulate.

Michelle has had a diverse range of experiences in her working life, home schools her neurodivergent teen and is neurodivergent herself, thus she brings an immense amount of wisdom to share with us in this session. She has a passion for educating young neurodiverse people and is a big part of the changing landscape of education.

Follow the latest in the E-Gen movement here:

Website * Facebook

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Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.

Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change.

With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

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Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com

Email: [email protected]

FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

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Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au

Email: [email protected]

FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions

IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/

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Nurturing 
Neurodiversity - Interview with Carlie Maree

Interview with Carlie Maree

Nurturing Neurodiversity

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07/11/21 • 54 min

In this episode we have a deeply thought provoking conversation with the wonderful Carlie Maree, which can be best summarised with her brilliant quote "the land of plenty lies outside the cage of conditioning."

Carlie is a writer of world-changing words, leader of life-changing online experiences and personal mentor to a select few superstars. She is also an incredible mother to two children, one of whom is neurodiverse, and they home educate.

Sammy and Patricia dive into everything with Carlie, from her perspective altering concept "Soul Modes", to her journey with neurodiversity and learning from her daughter, to the decision to home school/home educate and the differences between this and our current education system.

A trail blazer in the online business space, Carlie is passionate and dedicated to creating inclusive, healing and transformative experiences for people - and she brings this home to her family too. We highly recommend you seek her out by your preferred means here:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mscarliemaree

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mscarliemaree

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/carliemaree

Website: carliemaree.com

The resources Carlie mentions can be found here:

KHAN Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/

Skoolbo: https://skoolbo.com.au/

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Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.

Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change.

With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

.

Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com

Email: [email protected]

FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

.

Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au

Email: [email protected]

FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions

IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/

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Nurturing 
Neurodiversity - Interview with Harry Armytage

Interview with Harry Armytage

Nurturing Neurodiversity

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07/26/21 • 46 min

This episode explores listening therapy with the learning difficulty expert, Harry Armytage.

In case you haven't heard of listening therapy before, we dive into who and how it can help; it is a brilliant option for those facing difficulties with auditory processing. We also delve into Harry's ways of being with his clients, with his motto being "start from safe". He describes listening as a pathway to the brain.

As some added inspiration, we get to hear Harry's journey from economist to listening therapist, showing us that following your joy is an option at any stage of your life!

Not only is Harry brilliant, caring and dedicated; his voice is also very calming to listen to. So sit back, relax and enjoy this episode.

You can find Harry at the links below:

Website: www.listen4life.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/listen4lifee

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harryarmytage

Click here for one of the Ted Talks Harry referred to, it's well worth a listen!! ;)

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Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.

Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change.

With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

.

Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au

Email: [email protected]

FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions

IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/

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Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com

Email: [email protected]

FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

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Nurturing 
Neurodiversity - Employment Series - Part 3 with David Smith
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05/02/22 • 61 min

In this episode Patricia welcomes David Smith, founder of Employ For Ability.

David is an Autism and Neurodiversity employment specialist and advocate. Since 2016, David has been focused on helping organisations become more inclusive by hiring Neurodiverse staff to gain competitive advantage. A leader in his field, he brings many years of experience, education and knowledge to our employment series!

We dive into the following ideas: the value of following your purpose; the main barriers to gaining and then maintaining employment for our neurodiverse people; the misnomer of functioning labels; the double empathy problem; masking and autistic burnout; societal changes we can make to increase accessibility; a key policy change required in education to allow access to work experience for all our young people; and opening ourselves up to choosing a non-traditional path when it comes to educational and employment options.

Access more of David's wisdom and opportunities to work with his organisation here: https://employforability.com.au/

You can also connect with Employ For Ability on Facebook or LinkedIn.

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Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.

Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change.

With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

.

Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au

Email: [email protected]

Facebook | Instagram

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Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com

Email: [email protected]

Facebook | Instagram

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Nurturing 
Neurodiversity - Early Intervention: ABA Therapy

Early Intervention: ABA Therapy

Nurturing Neurodiversity

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06/28/21 • 40 min

CONTENT WARNING: During this episode the topic of "conversion therapy" comes up, in relation to LGBTQIA+ people and their mistreatment. We send our love to those who are not able to engage in this content at this time, and encourage you to reach out to Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 if you are in Australia (or your country's equivalent service).

One of the more controversial topics of conversation in the neurodiverse space, this episode dives into the opposing arguments both for and against early interventions, specifically ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) therapy.

Initially delivered live on Facebook, Sammy and Patricia discuss the pros and cons of ABA - and just whose pros and cons they may be. With our signature tangents into the education institution, this episode will hopefully get you thinking about where our social "rules" and "norms" come from and whether you continue to choose to prescribe to them or not.

If you'd like to read further into the article Patricia mentions in this episode, click here.

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Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.

Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change.

With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

.

Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com

Email: [email protected]

FB: www.facebook.com/SammyAnne.MTM

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sammy.anne.e/

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Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au

Email: [email protected]

FB: www.facebook.com/sociallivingsolutions

IG: https://www.instagram.com/patriciafalcetta/

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**Trigger warning** This episode discusses some traumatic events experienced by Shangwe's autistic son. Please listen with discretion and should you need support, please reach out - in Australia you can call Lifeline 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636.

This series explores global experiences and perspectives on neurodivergence. Through discussing culture, understandings, resources, assessment and therapy options; we discover similarities and differences in experiences across the world.

We are joined for this episode by Shangwe Mgaya, founder of Living Together Autistic Foundation (Li-TAFO) and author of "The Victorious Journey of a Mother Raising a Child with Autism". She shares her journey through seeking out support and receiving a diagnosis for her son, her husband and his family's reaction and their subsequent divorce, the discrimination and violations experienced by her son within her community, and how it has all led to her advocacy work and mission to build a centre accepting and supporting neurodivergent people in Tanzania.

At times harrowing but ultimately hopeful, Shangwe's story highlights the work still needed to bring awareness and acceptance to our world. To find out more about LiTAFO's project, check out the website here.

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Join Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) and Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.

Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodivergent children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodivergent voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change.

With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

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Sammy Anne:

Email | Facebook .

Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au

Email | Facebook | Instagram

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Nurturing 
Neurodiversity - Education Series - Part 2 with Jennifer Rickard
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06/21/22 • 49 min

Our second episode in our education series sees us welcome Jennifer Rickard, Executive Officer of APFACTS, which is the peak body of parents with children in non-government schools in the ACT, Australia. APFACTS contributes to shaping educational policy and practice, raising issues from parents' perspectives with stakeholders, political and government representatives, advocating for fairness and equity and improving educational opportunities for all children attending non-government schools.

We go deep into the possibilities for education, creating truly equitable practices and accessible environments. We discuss the powerful role we have as parents in children's education, not only for our own children but for all children. This is a deep and uplifting conversation!

Find out more about APFACTS here or on their Facebook page.

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Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.

Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodiverse children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodiverse voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change.

With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

.

Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au

Email: [email protected]

Facebook | Instagram

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Sammy Anne: www.sammyanne.com

Email: [email protected]

Facebook | Instagram

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In this series we are exploring global experiences and perspectives on neurodivergence. Through discussing culture, understandings, resources, assessment and therapy options; we discover similarities and differences in experiences across the world.

In this episode we are joined by Natalie Pelto, an expert in multiple nutrition certifications and lifestyle integration that specialises in treating children with Autism/ADHD and their families. Natalie describes her experience going through the diagnostic process with her son, who was non-speaking until she spent a year focussing on his gut health and diversifying his diet (not an easy task with a sensory eater!) This is a fascinating discussion delving into the importance of the gut-brain connection - we are sure you'll want to check out Natalie's website here and her Facebook page here!

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Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.

Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodivergent children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodivergent voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change.

With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

.

Sammy Anne:

Email | Facebook | Instagram

.

Patricia Falcetta: www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au

Email | Facebook | Instagram

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Through discussing culture, understandings, resources, assessment and therapy options; we discover similarities and differences in experiences of neurodivergence across the world.

In this episode we are joined by Nahid Hassan, a entrepreneur in the telecom industry, who has used her experiences as a mother to a non speaking autistic son to branch out into creating a vocational training and employment centre in the UAE for people of determination in her community.

We delve into Nahid's personal experiences with seeking assessment and support, flying internationally and borrowing money on the journey to discovering her son's needs. Her passion and dedication to supporting her son, as well as other autistic young people in her community, shines through her story.

Discover more about the MyMaximus centre and how you can support here: https://mymaximus.ae/

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Join Patricia Falcetta (Social Living Solutions) and Sammy Anne (Map the Maze) as they discuss Nurturing Neurodiversity; all the ways we can create a truly inclusive society.

Our passion lies in supporting whole families to navigate the challenges and revel in the joys of their neurodivergent children. A big part of this support entails advocating for changes within our systems and society, to ensure our children grow up knowing and loving who they are. No matter our ability, race, gender, sexuality, beliefs – we all deserve to be loved and appreciated.

We aim to educate, connect and inspire. We do this by sharing with you our stories, experiences and relevant research, along with neurodivergent voices through interviews and quotes with permission. We open dialogue on what we can all do to create positive social change.

With backgrounds in the education and allied health industries, as well as experience working directly with families, we work within AND continually challenge the existing systems we all operate under. We wholeheartedly believe that if we can all open our minds and our hearts, share the message of love and equity for all, that we will be part of creating a truly inclusive world for generations to come.

We hope you will join us on our journey.

Want to share your story? Have a guest you’d love us to interview? Questions you’d like us to answer?

Get in touch with us via your preferred means below! :)

.

Patricia Falcetta: ⁠www.sociallivingsolutions.com.au⁠ Email | Facebook | Instagram

.

Sammy Anne:

Email | Facebook

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How many episodes does Nurturing Neurodiversity have?

Nurturing Neurodiversity currently has 42 episodes available.

What topics does Nurturing Neurodiversity cover?

The podcast is about Parenting, Kids & Family and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Nurturing Neurodiversity?

The episode title 'Employment Series - Part 3 with David Smith' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Nurturing Neurodiversity?

The average episode length on Nurturing Neurodiversity is 56 minutes.

How often are episodes of Nurturing Neurodiversity released?

Episodes of Nurturing Neurodiversity are typically released every 14 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of Nurturing Neurodiversity?

The first episode of Nurturing Neurodiversity was released on Jun 4, 2021.

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