See ME. See My Ability
People with disabilities want to be seen for who we are, not the diagnosis we have been given. We discuss inclusion, human rights, services, and our personal relationships. We want to influence how businesses employ us, and how we and our families are treated by places we visit. We’ll be sharing our concerns about security, anger management, and misconceptions people have about us. We’ve been given a voice and we’re using it. And, we’ll be listening to learn from others who live, love and work with us so we can learn more about them and how they provide for us.
Listen on:
See ME. See My Ability.
The podcast of The Arc Southern Maryland
People with disabilities want to be seen for who we are, not the diagnosis we have been given. Join us biweekly as we discuss topics relating to inclusion, human rights, services and supports available, and all of the things you didn’t know you needed to know from our perspectives.
You’ll hear from people with IDD and their families, friends, and caregivers, along with others who are dedicated to making our communities an inclusive space. Whether you have a disability, love or support someone with one or just want to make the world a better place, come
along on our journey.
Episodes
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Every year parents and advocates for those of us with developmental or intellectual disabilities go to our State Capital in Annapolis to talk to lawmakers about our needs and wants. We all pay taxes to our government for services. In America we have a right to speak up and demand our fair share. This podcast features the Executive Director of the Arc of Maryland Ande Kolp and Arc Director of Communications and Engagement Luc Chasse. The Arc of Maryland serves as the legislative liaison to lawmakers. In this episode you will learn that your stories and points of view are very important to lawmakers and they want to hear from you. Please see below to register your attendance and for more background on D-D-Day, Wednesday, February 21, 2024
To register for DD Day: https://DD-Day-24.eventbrite.com
Link to where Fact Sheets for the Day will be available: https://www.md-council.org/policy/public-policy-priorities/dd-day-at-the-legislature/
Link to watch an event on the web via livestream: https://www.facebook.com/people/Maryland-Developmental-Disabilities-Coalition/100064565118995/
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Justin Valenti is a visual artist, author, and a 28-year-old man diagnosed with Autism. He recently received recognition from Maryland Governor Wes Moore for his contributions to visual and street art in the Free State. Justin shares his story with See Me. See My Ability: The Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland. We are more than meets the eye. Justin is the epitome of living beyond one's diagnosis.
Find Justin's work via the following links:
https://www.facebook.com/justinvalenti96
https://www.facebook.com/VisArtsCenter
Find a link to Justin's books on Amazon Here:
http://tinyurl.com/Justin-Valenti-Artists-Books
The artwork that accompanies this episode is from Justin's Facebook page and used with permission.
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
We're not contagious! We may talk differently, have difficulty talking or making eye contact, or seem different. But, like you, we want to be seen and heard. Welcome to the first episode of 2024 of See Me. See My Ability. We're more than meets the eye! Get to know us.
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
We salute our smile makers at The Arc Southern Maryland, including the Jaycees of Charles County, Charles County Civitan, and the Chesapeake Chapter of Ghostbusters! We would love to hear from you at info@arcsomd.org. Please send us ideas and suggestions for our See Me. See My Ability podcast. Please consider us as you consider your year-end tax-deductible donations to charities.
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
People with IDD have more dental issues than most and the expense can be staggering. Our most expensive procedure this year was over $12,000; we could only fund half of it. Medicare benefits don't cover the costs of sedation dentistry. We need your help! On Giving Day and every day, every dollar you donate will help get rid of the pain that comes from poor dental care. https://arcsomd.org/dental/
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
In this episode of See Me See My Ability our Arc of Southern Maryland podcasting class explores some of the virtues and commemorations celebrated during the month of November. It's a time to give, and the Arc needs your help. https://arcsomd.org/giving-tuesday-2023/
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
DORS Representative Brian Haas shares great tips with The Arc Southern Maryland's podcasting class about the steps they should take to get a job and make money, and how the State of Maryland's Division of Rehabilitation Services is there to help. Episode 6
DORS Maryland website
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
The Arc Southern Maryland recognizes those who employ our clients during National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Dunkin' Donuts Franchisee Maria Icaza tells us why she supports The Arc.
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
The Arc Southern Maryland clients talk about work, fun, and being bilingual as this month is known as National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and one of our favorite holidays!
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Episode 3 of the See Me See My Ability Podcast of the Arc Southern Maryland is about couples finding one another at Arc programs.