POSABILITY Podcast

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.Our guest today is Zachary Hoaglund, an award-winning filmmaker, photographer, editor, actor, voiceover artist, and autistic self-advocate.In this conversation, Zach shares how his love of storytelling began, how he built Page Turner Adventures with Zach, and why adding music, sound effects, and character voices helps bring stories to life for young listeners.We also talk about autism, self-advocacy, creative perseverance, and the importance of telling your own story in your own voice.Zach reflects on reaching 100,000 downloads, his 2025 Card Self Advocate Award, and what’s next for his work in storytelling and creative media.Join the Community:If you found this episode helpful, share it with another family, subscribe, and leave a review to help more families discover these valuable resources. We look forward to seeing you at future events and building a strong support network for families navigating disability together!To learn more about POSABILITY and what we do, visit www.posability.lifeIf you would like to support the Posability Podcast financially or to donation of any amount at www.donorbox.org/posabilitypodcast

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.What happens when a diagnosis doesn't limit your future—but helps you better understand it?In Episode 16 of the Posability Podcast, Wayne Cordova sits down with college student, self-advocate, volunteer, and disability leader Ava Sabadishin to share her inspiring journey of receiving a diagnosis as a teenager and discovering her passion for advocacy.Ava opens up about the challenges of navigating a late diagnosis, learning to trust herself, finding community, and becoming a voice for others through the Florida Youth Leadership Forum, the Family Cafe, the Florida Independent Living Council, and her volunteer work with Posability.Whether you're a self-advocate, parent, educator, or simply want to better understand the disability community, this conversation is full of encouragement, practical wisdom, and hope. Ava reminds us that disability isn't the end of the story—it's often where purpose begins.Join the Community:If you found this episode helpful, share it with another family, subscribe, and leave a review to help more families discover these valuable resources. We look forward to seeing you at future events and building a strong support network for families navigating disability together!To learn more about POSABILITY and what we do, visit www.posability.lifeIf you would like to support the Posability Podcast financially or to donation of any amount at www.donorbox.org/posabilitypodcast

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.This month, Wayne Cordova sits down with Caitlyn Sloan from Tobii Dynavox for an important conversation about AAC, assistive communication technology, speech support, and helping individuals with disabilities find their voice and communicate with confidence.Whether your family is already using AAC, just beginning to explore communication supports, or simply wants to learn more about assistive technology, this episode is packed with insight, encouragement, and practical information for families, caregivers, educators, and self advocates.🗣️ Communication is more than words — it’s connection, independence, relationships, and being heard.Join the Community:If you found this episode helpful, share it with another family, subscribe, and leave a review to help more families discover these valuable resources. We look forward to seeing you at future events and building a strong support network for families navigating disability together!To learn more about POSABILITY and what we do, visit www.posability.lifeIf you would like to support the Posability Podcast financially or to donation of any amount at www.donorbox.org/posabilitypodcast

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.Welcome to the Posability Podcast — a podcast created for families affected by disability, where we share real conversations, helpful resources, and stories that support you as parents, caregivers, self-advocates, and community leaders.My name is Wayne Cordova, co-founder and CEO of Posability, and I’m really glad you’re here with us today.Today’s episode is one that I know is going to resonate with so many of you… because we’re talking about something that never really leaves our minds as caregivers — safety.If you’re raising a child with a disability, especially a child who may be nonverbal, have medical needs, or is prone to wandering… you know exactly what I’m talking about.There are moments where you’re constantly thinking:What if something happens?What if they can’t communicate?What if they get separated from me?These aren’t hypothetical questions — they’re real concerns that families face every single day.That’s why I’m really excited about today’s conversation, because I’m joined by Amanda Anderson, Founder and CEO of Sharewear.Amanda’s story starts in a very real and personal place — her own family — when a simple question was asked:“Isn’t there something better than this?”Something better than a basic medical ID bracelet…Something that could actually communicate meaningful information in an emergency…Something that could give a person a voice when they couldn’t speak for themselves.Out of that question, Sharewear was born — a modern, easy-to-use safety wearable designed to provide critical information in real time, without apps, without charging, and without complicated technology.And what I love about this conversation is that it’s not just about a product — it’s about peace of mind, preparedness, and giving families practical tools to help protect the people they love most.So whether this is something you’ve already been thinking about…or something you’ve never considered before…I think this conversation is going to open your eyes and give you something really practical to take away.Join the Community:If you found this episode helpful, share it with another family, subscribe, and leave a review to help more families discover these valuable resources. We look forward to seeing you at future events and building a strong support network for families navigating disability together!To learn more about POSABILITY and what we do, visit www.posability.lifeIf you would like to support the Posability Podcast financially or to donation of any amount at www.donorbox.org/posabilitypodcast

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.Navigating Disability Resources at the 2026 Posability Expo: An Audio TourJoin us as we take you through the highlights of the 2026 Posability Expo, a community-driven event dedicated to supporting families affected by disability. This episode offers a virtual walkthrough of vendor booths, resource highlights, and the heart of a supportive community, perfect for parents, caregivers, and advocates alike.In this episode:An overview of the purpose and importance of the Posability ExpoInsights from diverse organizations supporting children and adults with disabilitiesResources for mental health, housing, employment, assistive technology, and moreHow families can take the next step in accessing supportInvitation to join future in-person expos and community eventsResources & Links:PosabilityTobii DynavoxFostering Hope FloridaHope Ranch Learning AcademySensibility Play CafeAngels of CareFAAST - Assistive TechnologyCitrus, Hernando & Pasco Counties SupportFostering Hope Florida Kids ClosetYouThrive FloridaConnect with organizations and speakers:Hernando County Schools: email or district contactTobii Dynavox: Email, WebsiteTeam Dad: WebsiteFostering Hope Florida: WebsiteLighthouse for the Visually Impaired: lvib.orgJoin the Community:If you found this episode helpful, share it with another family, subscribe, and leave a review to help more families discover these valuable resources. We look forward to seeing you at future events and building a strong support network for families navigating disability together!To learn more about POSABILITY and what we do, visit www.posability.lifeIf you would like to support the Posability Podcast financially or to donation of any amount at www.donorbox.org/posabilitypodcast

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.Today’s guest is Nicole Grabner — United States Air Force veteran, parent advocate, coalition builder, and founder of One Voice Brevard.Nicole has become a strong voice in legislative advocacy, bringing nonprofits, self advocates, and families together to speak with one united voice for the disability community.She’s also a fellow graduate of the Partners in Policymaking program — Class of 2024 — alongside Wayne, and today we’re diving into her journey, her advocacy work, and the current disability legislative landscape here in Florida.

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.Today’s episode is an important one.Over a decade ago, a small group of parents gathered around a kitchen table asking a question that far too many families know all too well:How do we save for our children with disabilities the same way we save for our children without disabilities — without putting their benefits at risk?For years, families were stuck.If a person with a disability had more than $2,000 in assets, they could lose access to essential supports like SSI and Medicaid.There was no real incentive — or safe pathway — to save for education, housing, transportation, or even basic quality-of-life expenses.But today, we have a better way forward.This year marks 10 years since the passage of the Achieving a Better Life Experience — or ABLE — Act, a bipartisan, transformational law that created ABLE accounts:a way for individuals with disabilities to save and invest for their future without losing critical benefits.And joining us today is someone who has been deeply involved in making that vision a reality here in Florida.Our guest is John Finch, Director of ABLE United, Florida’s disability savings program.John has spent years advocating for individuals with disabilities — from his time at The Arc of Florida to his leadership with the Florida Prepaid College Board — and today he helps oversee a program that has already empowered over 12,000 Floridians, with the potential to impact hundreds of thousands more.John is also a husband, a father of three boys, a man of faith, and someone who believes deeply that financial dignity is part of independence.Today, we’re going to break this down in a way that’s clear, honest, and family-friendly —what ABLE accounts are, who they’re for, how they work, and why this matters so much for the disability community.So grab a cup of coffee, take a breath, and let’s dive in.To learn more about POSABILITY and what we do, visit www.posability.lifeIf you would like to support the Posability Podcast financially or to donation of any amount at www.donorbox.org/posabilitypodcast

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.As we close out 2025, we wanted to end the year with something we’re calling momentum.Today’s episode is a little different.Instead of a traditional interview, we’re sharing audio from our Momentum Luncheon — a powerful gathering where families, supporters, and community partners came together to reflect on the journey Posability has been on.In this episode, you’re going to hear real stories — testimonies from two families who have been impacted by Posability.You’ll hear a little about where we’ve been, the challenges we’ve faced, and the progress we’ve made.And more importantly, you’ll hear about where we’re headed as we step into a new year with vision, hope, and purpose.If you’re a parent walking this road, a supporter of the disability community, or someone who believes in creating access and opportunity — this episode is for you.To learn more about POSABILITY and what we do, visit www.posability.lifeIf you would like to support the Posability Podcast financially or to donation of any amount at www.donorbox.org/posabilitypodcast

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.Today’s episode is a little different — and really special. We don’t have a guest joining us this time. Instead, Wayne and I are taking a moment to slow down, breathe, and talk about something that so many families in our community experience every year… the holidays.Because let’s be honest — for families raising children or adults with disabilities, the holidays can look very different. Most families wake up to a whirlwind of wrapping paper and warm cinnamon rolls. But for many of us, Christmas morning may still include medications, G-tube feeds, challenging behaviors, sensory overload, rigid routines, or simply the kind of exhaustion that doesn’t take a holiday break.But here’s the truth we’ve learned after years of living this life alongside our daughter and this community: you can still create joy-filled, meaningful, festive memories — they just might look different. And that’s okay.Today, we’ll share tips, encouragement, creative ideas, and some real honesty about celebrating the holidays with flexibility, grace, and a whole lot of self-compassion. You deserve that. Your family deserves that.So take a deep breath, grab a cup of cocoa, and celebrate this season with us — exactly as you are.To learn more about POSABILITY and what we do, visit www.posability.lifeIf you would like to support the Posability Podcast financially or to donation of any amount at www.donorbox.org/posabilitypodcast

Welcome to the POSABILITY Podcast! POSABILITY is a nonprofit creating positive opportunities for families in the disability community.In today’s episode, we are honored to sit down with Sarah Goldman, a powerful self-advocate, leader, and changemaker. Sarah is a Tallahassee resident with a Master of Social Work in Social Policy and Administration from Florida State University. She serves as the public policy chair for the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council and uses both her education and her lived experience with cerebral palsy to push for change in policy and access for people with disabilities. Sarah is also deeply invested in leadership development through the Florida Youth Leadership Forum, and she serves as co-visionary of Even If Ministries, which empowers women with disabilities through faith.To learn more about POSABILITY and what we do, visit www.posability.lifeIf you would like to support the Posability Podcast financially or to donation of any amount at www.donorbox.org/posabilitypodcast