🤝 Inspiring SelfAdvocates with Partners in Policymaking Champions of Homecare Episode 14

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Welcome to another episode of the Champions of Homecare podcast! • In this episode, host Jason Dorow and co-host David Hancox are back in the studio, diving into a program that's close to David's heart—the Partners in Policymaking Program. This unique initiative, sponsored by the Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities, has been empowering individuals with disabilities and parents of children with disabilities for over 35 years. • Joining the conversation are Brenton Rice, the current program coordinator, and Ryan Flory, a recent graduate of the program who is also an Accra client. • Brenton gives an overview of the program's structure, who can participate, and its impact on self-advocacy and legislation. Ryan shares his transformative experience, emphasizing how the program changed his perspective on disabilities and inspired him to continue advocating for those with differing abilities. • 🤝 Overview of Partners in Policymaking Program 0:00 • David Hancox highlights the Partners in Policymaking program, sponsored by the Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities. • Jason Dorow introduces Brenton Rice, the current coordinator of the Partners in Policymaking program, and Ryan Flory, a recent participant. • 📄 Program Details 8:42 • Brenton Rice provides an overview of the program, including its history, target audience, and application process. • 🎯 Impact of Partners in Policymaking on Participants 11:35 • Ryan Flory shares his experience, emphasizing the shift in perspective from viewing disabilities as limitations to recognizing differing abilities. • David Hancox and Brenton Rice discuss the program's goal of empowering participants to advocate for themselves and others. • 📝 Application Process Program Structure 14:47 • Brenton Rice explains the application process, which runs from February to July, with sessions starting in September and ending in May. • 🌟 Program Impact Advocacy 15:26 • Brenton Rice shares examples of program graduates who have advocated for and passed legislation, such as the inclusion of adult changing tables in new buildings. • 👤 Future Participants 23:07 • Ryan expresses his desire to use his experience to help others with disabilities find their unique contributions and make a positive impact on society. • Our hosts wrap up the conversation. • 📎 Resources: • Partners in Policymaking: https://mn.gov/mnddc/pipm/ • Don't forget to subscribe and share with fellow Homecare Champions. See you in the next episode! 🚀 • #partnersinpolicymaking #policies #advocacy #mentalhealth #ARMHS #therapy #caregiver #PrivatePay #FinancialManagement #PCA #PCAServices #PCAChoice #MinnesotaCare #Medicaid #MedicalAssistance #RespiteCare #NightSupervision #HomeCare #IndividualizedHomeSupports #Caregiver #Legislation

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