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FraserCast is a place where we discuss how our community can create a more inclusive and equitable world where people of all abilities. Our community includes individuals who have varying physical, emotional and diverse needs, and Fraser is here to help. Hosted by Dave Fettig, senior editor and writer at the University of Chicago, former vice president at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, and award-winning journalist. FraserCast is a podcast of Fraser, Minnesota's largest and most experienced provider of autism and early childhood mental health services. Visit us at www.fraser.org to learn more about us!
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Thursday Jun 25, 2020
Thursday Jun 25, 2020
In the spirit of Fathers Day, we spoke with Fraser father and board member, Randy Pattee. Randy's son Emmett was diagnosed with autism. As Emmett grew, so did his needs. This week, Randy walks us through his experiences of parenting a child with special needs as well as navigating group homes and services at Fraser.
Our sponsor for this episode is Fox Rothschild LLP. Thanks for supporting the podcast!
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
In this week's episode of FraserCast, we meet with Abby Vavra, Fraser Public Policy and Compliance Counsel. Abby provides updates to Fraser programming and provides insight into how Fraser and other nonprofits work with the legislature to represent individuals with special needs in public policy.
Tuesday May 12, 2020
Tuesday May 12, 2020
This week, we meet with Aric Jensen, Director of Mental Health at Fraser, to learn more about how parents can manage mental health challenges and stress in themselves as well as children in their care. As we continue to social distance and remain in our homes during this stressful times, Aric also shares a few coping tips as well as some Fraser community resources such as the Fraser Hope Line.
This episode is sponsored by UCare. Thanks for sponsoring the podcast!
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
Claire Hysell, Clinical Services Manager at Fraser, walks us through early childhood development, school screening processes for additional support, and how kids can express their mental health needs and challenges at an age when they may not have the language to describe them. We also discuss how stress such as the ongoing COVID-19 quarantine can affect a child as well as how children are far more resilient than we may think.
This episode is sponsored by UCare. Thanks for sponsoring the podcast!
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Tuesday Apr 14, 2020
Today, we welcome David, who was diagnosed with autism as a child. Join us as David shares his story of growing up in school, working with case managers, and how his aviation hobby helped him stay on track for success as well as provide tips for parents who may have children with a diagnosis.
We'd like to thank our sponsor for this episode, Central Roofing Company.
Thursday Apr 02, 2020
Thursday Apr 02, 2020
The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has disrupted our daily lives, from going to work to sending our children to school. Most schools, places of public gathering, and nonessential businesses are closed, and parents and other caregivers are faced with helping their families adjust to the new normal. Services and providers like Fraser–and most importantly, our neighbors and community members with mental health challenges, special needs, and other health concerns–have felt the impact of this pandemic. This week, we are joined by Pat Pulice, Fraser VP of Integrated Healthcare and Cheri Brady, a licensed independent Clinical Social worker with Fraser to discuss how services have been impacted, how Fraser is adapting to the situation, what telehealth opportunities are available, and how kids and families can better cope at home during this trying time.
If you would like to contribute to Fraser's emergency relief fund–where your donations up to $25,000 will be matched dollar-by-dollar during the month of April or learn more about Fraser services, please visit us at our website at www.fraser.org.
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Did you know that Fraser has living and housing options for individuals with special needs? Tiffany Byers-Draeger, director of Fraser Community Living, walks us through Fraser's three Community Living options: Supervised Living, Supportive Living, and Independent Living.
This episode was sponsored by Central Roofing Company.
Tuesday Mar 03, 2020
Tuesday Mar 03, 2020
Did you know that we have more than five senses? Or that people can be hypersensitive and hyposensitive? Or that more and more of your local events and venues may have a designated sensory tent or quiet space? Gina Gibson, Fraser Sensory Inclusion Specialist, explains the importance of creating sensory-friendly environments and events to accommodate children and families with sensory needs. She also talks about what businesses and organizations can do to improve their sensory accommodations such as partnering with Fraser Sensory Certification. Join us today to learn about how you, your business, and your community members can create positive experiences for everyone, with or without special needs.
We'd also like to thank our episode sponsor Central Roofing Company, who is also our presenting sponsor for our annual Walk for Autism on April 18, 2020. Thank you for supporting our podcast!