ARISE - EFR
The theme of the podcast is independent living and advocacy for people with disabilities.
ARISE - EFR
Latest Episodes
From Barriers to Belonging
In this inspiring episode of the podcast, CEO sits down with Regional Systems Advocate, Nykk Dauzyn for a powerful conversation about accessibility, advocacy, and community empowerment.Nykk shares his personal journey as a deafblind, neu...
Opening Doors to Independence: Helping People Transition Home
In this episode of the podcast, CEO Bruce Drake sits down with Education and Outreach Specialist Carrie Ann Davis to discuss the Open Doors Program and the life changing impact it has across Central New York. Carrie Ann shares how the pro...
Inside ARISE at Doc Marshall Farm: Horses, Healing, and Inclusion
In this episode of the ARISE Exceptional Family Resources Podcast, CEO Bruce Drake sits down with Assistant Farm Manager Becky Schaefer to explore the incredible programs and experiences available at ARISE at Doc Marshall Farm. From adaptive ri...
Understanding the TBI Waiver: Independence in Action
What is the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Waiver, and how does it help people live independently? In this episode, Bruce Drake sits down with program expert Danielle Durkin to break down eligibility, services, and how this Medicaid-funded ...
Veterans Directed Care: Choice, Independence, and Support
Veterans deserve the freedom to live where and how they choose. In this episode, ARISE-Exceptional Family Resources CEO Bruce Drake sits down with Lauren Canaro, Assistant Director of Consumer Directed Services, to explore the Veterans Di...