The Atlantic CIL Podcast Episode: 54 - Lisa Lockard - Travel Agent

The Atlantic CIL Podcast Episode: 57 - Amanda Chirelli - Outreach Coordinator at MOCEANS CIL

In this episode, Donald talks with Amanda Chirelli, the Outreach Coordinator for the MOCEANS Center of Independent Living. The two talk about struggles of living with Cerebral Palsy, as well as how to get into advocacy for disability as well as time on how to get started. Learn more about Atlantic CIL: https://atlanticcil.org/ Music Used: Gunnar Olsen - First To Last https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bWwDbCAums

The Atlantic CIL Podcast Episode: 56 - Louis Casadia - New Jersey Criminal Attorney

In this episode, Donald talks with Louis A Casadia - a New Jersey Criminal Prosecutor - about a number of different things regarding the law in New Jersey and how it can relate to someone with a physical or mental disability. CONTENT WARNING This podcast contains discussion about the following: * Sexual Assault * Gang/Gun Violence * Domestic Disputes * Car Accidents/Road Rage These topics are presented in a relevant and respectful manner, and no imagery is depicted in this podcast, however, viewer discretion is advised. Learn more about Atlantic CIL: https://atlanticcil.org/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1M5ZzVkZGx2OWE3LTNmNllqSFMwaUwxbHlLUXxBQ3Jtc0trNzR5UVhwU0pHMFl5U3BPSTNCNFFZc2FWVDJzZWV6TFlTaWVnUjcxVHdIMl9jM3B2UlhvWTJmSF83QkdwSzVmSk1Eb3QwRDM2TU4wckdJTTNjQmtSbUs1emtlZU1MRlpfRW80aHFPVHktUy05U0FoTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fatlanticcil.org%2F&v=HvOX_L7vkRI] Music Used: Gunnar Olsen - First To Last https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bWwDbCAums

The Atlantic CIL Podcast Episode: 55 - Amadeo Astillero - Peer Support Specialist

In this episode, Donald talks with the CIL's newest associate, Amadeo Astillero. He talks about his goals he wishes to achieve, his struggles in his past, and shares personal stories about his experiences regarding his education. Learn more about Atlantic CIL: https://atlanticcil.org/ Music Used: Gunnar Olsen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bWwDbCAums

The Atlantic CIL Podcast Episode: 54 - Lisa Lockard - Travel Agent

In this episode, we talk with Lisa Lockard, an Independent Travel Advisor who specializes in Accessible Travel.  She shares some trade secrets about how travel advising works, why you would want to book with one, and notes how ADA compliancy doesn't always cover the disabilities you may have. Interested in travelling? Contact Lisa below! Phone: (609)204-5289 Email: TravelConnection23@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/LisaTravelConnect Learn more about Atlantic CIL: https://atlanticcil.org/ Music Used: Gunnar Olsen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bWwDbCAums

The Atlantic CIL Podcast Episode: 53 - Paul Aronsohn, New Jersey Ombudsman

In this episode, we talk with Paul Aronsohn, the New Jersey Ombudsman for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities and Their Families. We discuss what an Ombudsman is, as well as issues tackled in Aronsohn's most recent report. The episode revolves around abuse in nursing homes, assisted living homes, and group homes, as well as the legislative process and how a lack of disabled representation can affect the speed at which laws for the disabled take effect. Learn more about Atlantic CIL: https://atlanticcil.org/ Music Used: Gunnar Olsen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bWwDbCAums