Medicaid Alternative Pathways
In this episode Marsh Naidoo chats with Brandon Scarmardo, a Manager at Mental Health and Development Services in Jackson, Tennessee, about the MAPS program. This innovative three-year pilot initiative, facilitated by the Department of Disability and Aging (DDA), is designed to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by equipping them with skills for independent living and employment.
Voice Technology and Conversational AI
The podcast focus for 2022 will be TECHNOLOGY. This episode with Bradley Metrock highlights how we can utilize voice to access technology. Metrock heads Project Voice and his mission is to accelerate the growth of voice tech across all domains. An unbelievable conversation that leads me to think: The Future is NOW!
Liz Persaud: Assistive Technology Professional
Briefing: Knowledge has power and controls access to opportunity and advancement. During this time, Liz Persaud will explore and share the collective role each of us plays in promoting successful independent living beyond the everyday “typical” environments for individuals with disabilities by recognizing and adapting to diversity, inclusion, awareness, and the powerful role of Assistive Technology (AT).
Signal Centers in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Alex Farrell is a marketing and communication specialist at Child Care WAGE$ Tennessee and a co-host of the “Lean Into You” Podcast.