Knowledge Center

In this interview, we sit down with Lucia Rios, Manager of the Workforce Navigator Program at Salesforce, to talk about employment in the disability community. Lucia shares her personal story and how her program helps individuals with disabilities build real careers — not just find jobs. We cover mentorship, resume building, LinkedIn tips, interview prep (including disability disclosure), and how to earn Salesforce certifications in areas like admin, marketing, and AI. Lucia also explains who can apply, how the mentorship works, and why parents should start thinking about these skills early. If you’re looking for practical resources and inspiration — you’ll love this conversation!

In this inspiring interview, Lindsay Hooten shares her journey as a mother to a son with autism, from navigating a late diagnosis and feelings of isolation to finding support through We Are Brave Together. Starting as a virtual participant, Lindsay later launched a local chapter in Georgia, creating a safe space for moms to connect, grieve, and heal together. Her story highlights the transformative power of community and reminds parents of children with special needs that they are never alone. Tune in to learn how Lindsay’s work is building connections and how you can get involved in this empowering community.

In this episode, Join Our Place partners with Carissa from Hearts Connected to discuss essential support for siblings of children with disabilities. The conversation explores how siblings can better understand their brother or sister's diagnosis, cope with their own complex emotions, and navigate family dynamics. The video emphasizes proactive support, emotional validation, and resources that empower siblings, helping them feel seen and understood in their unique experiences

Megan from Our Place interviews Karissa Menard of Hearts Connected, where certified Child Life Specialists offer virtual support to families of children with disabilities. They help navigate challenges like anxiety, bullying, and developmental delays. Learn how their services empower families with coping strategies, emotional support, and practical tools—all from home. If you’re looking for guidance on discussing your child's diagnosis or advocating at school, this video is a must-watch

Rob Gorski, The Autism Dad, started journaling his experience of raising three boys with autism when it started to catch peoples eye. Years later and he has now shared his story with millions through his podcast, social media and website. We are excited to share Robs story and hear from a dads point of view.

Anjel Burgess wraps up our three part series all about Social Security. In part three she will walk you through the process of applying, what to do if you get denied and what the process of appeal looks like. If you are going through the Social Security application process you won't want to miss this one!

Anjel Burgess continues our three part series all about Social Security. In Part 2 she goes through how to qualify for social security as a child and how to qualify as an adult. If you are going to be going through the application process to receive social security you won't want to miss this series.

Social Security attorney Anjel Burgess joins us for a 3 part series all about social security. Part one will go through what is social security and what they types of programs are.

DJ Jeyaram walks you through the number one mistake families make when applying for waiver. Make sure to tune in so you don't make the same mistakes!

Deborah Daniels joined us for a live event going through everything you can deduct from your taxes. Check out some of the questions below. Are there any exemptions for homeschooling parents? Are any/all of the deductions capped or eliminated based on the parent’s income? I have odd hours and I need childcare that cannot be supplied/paid by respite funds. How can I properly deduct the amount used to attend to my disabled child? Can we deduct mold remediation, air filters, out of pocket costs for prescription drugs home renovations that are for child with special needs? Can you tell me about deducting school expenses?

IEPs can be overwhelming and you might be asking yourself how are you going to manage this? Brandi Tanner is here to give you all the information you need to get you in the mindset to tackle your IEP successfully.

Megan Champion, founder of On the Hard Days, shares her inspiring story of how she felt isolated when caring for her neurodivergent son so she came up with a solution. Join us as she shares how she fulfilled a need that's grown to serve moms all over the country

Divorce can be a tough topic to discuss but if you are going through it you might have questions. Kim Martin joins us in the final part of our series to answer any questions you might have about divorce.

"Guardianship doesn't go away because the guardian can't do the job anymore" so then what?? Kim Martin is back to walk you through what you need to know about guardianship and how to plan for when you can no longer care for your child.

Join us as we kick off a series to go over all things legal. Attorney Kim Martin is here to go through all things regarding special needs planning, guardianship and divorce. She answers all the tough questions and goes through all the hard topics you might be thinking about!

Claire Paul joins us from Mosaic Autism Services to go over what exactly ABA therapy is. Claire provides some insight on what to expect in ABA therapy and what skills you can obtain to work with your child at home.

Sgt Cheek is back for part 2 of our law enforcement series! You don't want to miss all the tips and tricks he has to not only get your child comfortable around law enforcement but get law enforcement more engaged and knowledgeable about the disability community.

Exposing your child to law enforcement is important, it's just as important law enforcement learn more about interacting with the disability community, so how do you do both? Sergeant Michael Cheek is here to tell you about how he has started an amazing program to accomplish both! You won't want to miss part 1 of our series Law Enforcement and the Disability Community.