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WOA - Remembering Jimmy Dean with Diane Giddens

WOA - Remembering Jimmy Dean with Diane Giddens

FromWaves of Awareness - WOA it's A Podcast


WOA - Remembering Jimmy Dean with Diane Giddens

FromWaves of Awareness - WOA it's A Podcast

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Length:
23 minutes
Released:
Jun 28, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This week is a special episode for Waves of Awareness as we invite Diane Giddens to share her history with Waves. Diane's brother Jimmy Dean started receiving services from Waves in the 1980s. Before Jimmy passed away he was a force to be reckoned with, both with Waves and in his community. Beth also returns this episode and shares her own memories with Jimmy, having connected with him through Waves and gone through rehabilitation together. Diane reflects on how Waves allowed Jimmy to exceed expectations and foster connections. With Waves providing support, Diane remembers how her mother was able to have the time and space to care for herself, knowing Jimmy was safe and cared for by Waves. We also welcome back Christy and listen to her reconnect with Diane Giddens, the two were both on the Board of Directors with Waves. Listen in as Diane, Beth, Matt, Christy, and Trent go on a journey into Waves' past and eventually find themselves in a celebrity standoff! This podcast is made possible through partnerships with Spread the Positive, TN's Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and the Community Foundation of Middle TN. If you like what you hear, share it with a friend and leave a review on any streaming service. Got an idea for a guest, email us at podcast@wavesinc.com.
Released:
Jun 28, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (78)

The Waves of Awareness podcast is all about the amazing work being done by Waves Inc. Waves serves individuals with mental and/or physical disabilities through life skill training, community involvement, employment training and more! This podcast is helping people learn new skills, tell their story and raise awareness for people with disabilities! Be sure to check out wavesinc.com for more information!