Episode 027 - Working with individuals with Differing Abilities and the benefits of IEP

02/09/21 • 16 min

In today's candid conversation we talk with Carl and Jess Gumness. Carl is Erin's brother, and He, Jess, and their two sons live in our same tiny town. Jess offers a unique perspective from having worked with individuals with differing abilities as she pursues her career in the field, and opens up about how she utilized an Individualized Education Program as she completes her schooling. Enjoy, and thanks for being part of the Upside Down Family!

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Episode 026 - Winning the Down syndrome Lottery with Ashley Engele

When Ashley received her daughter's Down syndrome diagnosis, she also learned that for her specific situation, it was hereditary. So how did her and her husband go from one little lady with Down syndrome, to a family with three beautiful daughters, two of which have Down syndrome? Listen in as Ashley dives into their process of becoming a family, and truly exemplifies what it means to embrace their adventure.

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Episode 028 - Being a friend to a Person with a Differing Ability

Everyone needs a friend like Mara. And Mara will confirm that everyone needs a friend like Miranda. These two are not an outlier example of friendship that bloomed in spit of a differing ability... but a shining example of what true friendship is between any two people. Enjoy this very special conversation with Mara and Miranda!