All Ability Hour – 06072024

On this week’s “All Ability Hour” on West Bremer Radio, Spark and Patty host a dynamic show featuring guests Mick from Footsteps Community Services and Montana from Focal.

Introduction and Changes

• Hosts: Spark steps in for Lawz, joining regular host Patty.
• Show Return: After a brief hiatus, the show is back with a packed lineup.

Interview with Mick from Footsteps Community Services

• Role: Mick heads the support coordination team at Footsteps.
• Services Offered: Footsteps provides positive behavior support plans, nursing, individual therapy, psychology, and support coordination.
• Collaboration with Focal: Footsteps works closely with Focal to support clients through allied health services and support coordination.
• Success Story:
• Client Case: Mick shared a story about helping a 67-year-old client transition out of a nursing home into an SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation) house. This process took two years and involved significant advocacy and evidence gathering to overcome the age-related funding challenges with NDIS.
• Contact Information:
• Website: Footsteps Community Services website.

Interview with Montana from Focal

• Background: Montana is a Focal client, one year out of school, now living in supported independent living.
• Daily Life and Activities:
• Support: Receives help with cooking, budgeting, and appointments.
• Programs: Participates in various programs at Focal, including life skills, Stepping Out Ladies, film nights, and Friday Night Fever.
• Experience: Montana shares her experience living with a disability, the support she receives, and her active social life.

Closing Remarks

• Next Week: Patty hints at another exciting show but keeps the guest lineup a surprise.
• Tune In: The All Abilities Hour airs every Saturday at midday on West Bremer Radio.

Join Spark and Patty next week for more engaging discussions and inspiring stories from the community.