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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 22 MIN

Celebrating 20 Years at the Thompson Center: Hope, Community, and Ella’s Hope

from Supporting the Spectrum · host Host - Tara Devore MEd, Guest - Hope McPheeters

Welcome back to Supporting the Spectrum! In this special episode celebrating 20 years at the Thompson Center, we’re joined by Hope McPheeters, founder of Ella’s Hope for Autism. After her daughter Ella was diagnosed with autism at age two, Hope turned her family’s journey into a mission to support others. She shares her first experience with the Thompson Center, how it has impacted her family and community, and the inspiration behind Ella’s Hope. Join us as we reflect on two decades of impact and look ahead to the future of the autism community.

Welcome back to Supporting the Spectrum! In this special episode celebrating 20 years at the Thompson Center, we’re joined by Hope McPheeters, founder of Ella’s Hope for Autism. After her daughter Ella was diagnosed with autism at age two, Hope turned her family’s journey into a mission to support others. She shares her first experience with the Thompson Center, how it has impacted her family and community, and the inspiration behind Ella’s Hope. Join us as we reflect on two decades of impact and look ahead to the future of the autism community.

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