Chapter 27 Conversation – Raising an Advocate – Lessons from a Parent | Embracing Your Different Ability®

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Katey and her mom Lynn discuss the evolution of perspectives on learning disabilities and the importance of support systems for families.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Different Ability® Podcast, Katey sits down with her mom, Lynn, to explore Chapter 27 of Embracing Your Different Ability®. They discuss how Lynn’s perspective on learning disabilities has evolved since Katey’s diagnosis and the vital role of family, community, and support systems in navigating early challenges. Lynn shares advice for parents and caregivers just starting their journey, what an ideal “village” of support looks like, and how to foster sel...

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Host: Katey Fortun

Guest: Lynn

Topics covered

• advocacy
• learning disabilities
• family support
• parenting advice
• community support

Keywords

• learning disabilities
• parenting
• support systems
• advocacy
• community

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