
ARISE - EFR
The theme of the podcast is independent living and advocacy for people with disabilities.
Podcasting since 2022 • 110 episodes
ARISE - EFR
Latest Episodes
Navigating Life with Lawrence
In this episode of the ARISE-EFR podcast, host Bruce Drake talks with Sue Stalker, a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with 15 years of experience, about her longtime partnership with Lawrence. They discuss how Sue became Lawrence’...
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14:43

Building Empowered Collaboration: ARISE-EFR & Community Partnerships
In this episode, host Bruce Drake engages with Adaptive Design Coordinator, Connor McGough, to explore how ARISE-EFR forges meaningful collaborations with community organizations to enhance support for individuals with disabilities and th...
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15:37

Supporting Families Through Disability Services
In this episode of the ARISE-EFR podcast, host Bruce Drake sits down with Karen Adams, Resource & Family Reimbursement Specialist, to discuss her journey as both a parent and advocate in the disability field. Karen shares how she came...
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15:08

Inside Self-Direction: Featuring Laurie Penney-McGee and Sarah Brittenham
In this powerful episode of the ARISE-EFR podcast, we’re proud to spotlight two incredible voices from our community: Laurie Penny-McGee, a passionate advocate and leader at ARISE-EFR, and Sarah Brittenham, a talented artist and p...
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14:21

“From Stage to Service: Max Smith’s Journey of Inclusion”
In this episode of the ARISE - Exceptional Family Resources podcast, CEO Bruce Drake sits down with Max Smith, the Community Inclusion Senior Supervisor at ARISE. They discuss Max’s unique path—from his early days in theater and educat...
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Season 2025
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Episode 106
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14:13
