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The 5th Level

A weekly conversation that shines a light on the unique experiences of caregivers navigating the world of special-needs disabilities. Each episode, we explore everything from day-to-day caregiving challenges to critical topics like education, legal rights, financial resources, and community support. With a focus on inclusion and connection, we aim to empower families and caregivers, fostering a more supportive and inclusive environment for children, young adults, and elderly parents.

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    Embracing and Supporting Individuals with Autism and Special Needs in the Community w/ Brittany Evan

    In this heartfelt episode, Brittany Evan shares her journey as a parent of a child with autism, highlighting the importance of community, faith, and inclusive church ministries. We explore the challenges families face, the power of advocacy, and innovative ways to make environments more welcoming and accessible for all.

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    Navigating System Failures: A Parent's Fight for Autism Support w/ Lisa Milne

    In this candid interview, Victoria Schwarten talks with Lisa Millne about the challenges faced by parents navigating the special education system, especially when it fails to meet their child's needs despite their knowledge and efforts. They explore systemic issues, advocacy, homeschooling, and the need for reform to better support children with special needs.

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    Building Advocacy and Inclusive Education: A Conversation with Grace Baker

    Discover how dedicated parents are shaping the future of education for children with disabilities through advocacy, community building, and innovative programs. Join Victoria Schwarten as she talks with Grace Baker about transforming systemic challenges into opportunities for inclusivity and empowerment.

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    Building a Holistic Approach to Advocacy and Special Education: Insights from Robin Petty

    Robin explains his personal health and how that affects is role as a advocate he provides knowledge and feedback on topics from the state of Texas and comparison into the state of Indiana. We talk about attorneys we both know and how we both get into this realm of advocacy he shares his work history and education, and we talk about the goals of the podcast and in our community in Northwest Indiana.

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    Introduction

    This is an introduction to the realities of caregiving in the special-needs space.From navigating school systems and legal rights to understanding financial resources and long-term care, each episode focuses on what caregivers actually need to know. Through real conversations and actionable insights, this podcast helps you move forward with more clarity and confidence.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A weekly conversation that shines a light on the unique experiences of caregivers navigating the world of special-needs disabilities. Each episode, we explore everything from day-to-day caregiving challenges to critical topics like education, legal rights, financial resources, and community support. With a focus on inclusion and connection, we aim to empower families and caregivers, fostering a more supportive and inclusive environment for children, young adults, and elderly parents.

HOSTED BY

victoria schwarten

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A weekly conversation that shines a light on the unique experiences of caregivers navigating the world of special-needs disabilities. Each episode, we explore everything from day-to-day caregiving challenges to critical topics like education, legal rights, financial resources, and community...

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The 5th Level has 5 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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The 5th Level is created and hosted by victoria schwarten.
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