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Advocating for Universal Changing Tables: Changing Spaces Campaign

Advocating for Universal Changing Tables: Changing Spaces Campaign

FromParenting Impossible – The Special Needs Survival Podcast


Advocating for Universal Changing Tables: Changing Spaces Campaign

FromParenting Impossible – The Special Needs Survival Podcast

ratings:
Length:
52 minutes
Released:
Oct 11, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Ever felt the pangs of frustration trying to navigate public spaces with a disability or care for someone who does?  This frustration fueled the journey of an extraordinary parent advocating for change, Jayme Betts who serves as the Massachusetts Chapter Leader of the Changing Spaces Campaign.  She shares an illuminating exploration of her mission to make public spaces more accessible for people with disabilities, inspired by her own experiences with her daughter, Sophia, who has Soto Syndrome.Jayme’s story is one of determination and resilience, as she used her personal struggle to fuel her advocacy for universally accessible changing tables. With the lack of adequate facilities, she was compelled to start a chapter of Changing Spaces in Massachusetts, a national organization dedicated to enhancing accessibility in public areas. She shares her experience with the transformative impact of using a universal changing table for the first time, adding a powerful, personalized perspective that only a parent facing these challenges could offer.Additionally, we delved into a potential solution that Jayme has championed – height-adjustable, secured changing tables with a significant support capacity. This innovation, which is set to be included in the International Building Code for 2024, could revolutionize the lives of individuals with disabilities. Jayme gives listeners a glimpse into her world of advocacy as she recounts her experience testifying before a joint committee, providing a firsthand understanding of the battles and triumphs on the road to making public spaces more accessible. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who seeks to understand more about the need for inclusivity and accessibility in our everyday spaces.Learn more about the Changing Spaces Campaign in Massachusetts:Website: https://www.changingspacescampaign.com/machapterLink Tree with Resources: https://linktr.ee/changing_spaces_maInstagram: https://instagram.com/changing_spaces_maFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089054724819 Have you been searching for a law firm that understands the unique challenges of your family? We can help you at Special Needs Law Group put legal planning in place to protect you and your loved ones now and in the future. Book a free call today with our team or contact us via our website: specialneeds-law.com/contact.
Released:
Oct 11, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Parenting: Impossible – The Special Needs Survival Podcast is a podcast dedicated to giving compassionate advice for all stages of life. Our conversations revolve around the entire special needs community including those with autism, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues and more. Parents and experts (and sometimes parents who are experts!) discuss a whole host of issues facing the special needs community including raising children with different abilities, transitioning into adulthood, sibling challenges and how to effectively navigate the complex systems in our world. We offer inspiration, support, expertise and a wide range of discussions that will help you survive and thrive as you support your loved one with special needs. Imagine yourself having coffee with a friend and discussing all the important challenges in your life – but your best friend is an expert! Hosted by Attorney Annette Hines, special needs mom, author of the best-selling book Butterflies and Second Chances, national expert speaker, writer and contributor to publications, and founder of the Special Needs Law Group based In Massachusetts, Annette has regular guests that include experts in the field of special needs, siblings that offer stories and survival tips with a positive message.