Resource Library

Erin and Lily are joined by award-winning recording artist, Youtuber and disability advocate Lachi (she/her). Lachi talks about her work in the music industry and the nuances of disability as it relates to trauma, class, race, and gender.

Collette Divitto (she/her), founder and CEO of Collettey’s Cookies, turned her love for baking into a successful business where half of the staff has a disability. She chats about her successes, life as an entrepreneur, and the stigma many disabled people face while building their careers.

As a fashion model, actress, and disability rights advocate, Jillian Mercado (she/her) has a lot going on! Throughout her career, she has encountered comments from strangers about her disability. Learn about how she became inspired by those experiences to create safe, welcoming spaces on social media.

Lindsey Rowe Parker (she/her), author of the children’s book, “Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes Calm My Jitters Down,” joins the podcast to discuss why disability representation is important in children's literature.

Kaelynn Partlow (she/her), Autistic advocate and Senior Therapist at Project Hope Foundation, Inc., was featured on the Netflix series called, “Love on the Spectrum.” She joins hosts Erin and Lily to chat about autism, social media advocacy, and more!

In this episode, we talk about disability pride with Vilissa Thompson (she/her), who is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of her work!

Explore Easterseals' resources for Autistic adults: employment support, independent living options, and social activities.

Avoid caregiver exhaustion and improve your well-being with tips for sharing decision-making, meeting your needs, and involving others.