Empowering Communities: Kelly Schuck on Advocacy and Ohio's Developmental Disability Services
In this episode, Nicolas Comstock talks with Kelly Shuck about her role as a Community Life Engagement Project Manager and her impact on disability advocacy. Kelly shares her career journey, highlighting achievements and challenges in the field. They discuss Ohio's Technology First initiative, family support, and teaching children about disability work. Topics include inclusivity in education, career aspirations, leadership changes, and the importance of advocacy. Kelly offers advice for those entering disability services, emphasizing passion and Ohio's supportive environment. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and promotions.
Key Points
- Innovative service delivery and community engagement are key to supporting people with disabilities in living their best lives.
- Ohio's Technology First initiative emphasizes the use of technology to support independence and choice for people with disabilities.
- Effective communication and relationship-building among stakeholders are essential for improving outcomes in the disability services field.
Bio: Kelly Schuck, MOD, (she/her) serves as a Project Manager with the Community Life Engagement Team at the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities. In this role,e she supports people with disabilities, families, and professionals with resources, training, and technical assistance related to technology, community inclusion, the transition from school to adulthood, and employment. Kelly has over 22 years of experience in the field supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best life.
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