In episode 153, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Annie Heathcote from Mazomanie, Wisconsin. Annie is a multi-business owner, social media influencer, author, and lifelong disability advocate whose life and work embody the belief that disability doesn’t mean inability. Diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) at just 13 months and in a wheelchair by age 2, she has dedicated her life to breaking barriers, championing accessibility, and inspiring others with her message of resilience and faith.
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In episode 153, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Annie Heathcote from Mazomanie, Wisconsin. Annie is a multi-business owner, social media influencer, author, and lifelong disability advocate whose life and work embody the belief that disability doesn’t mean inability. Diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) at just 13 months and in a wheelchair by age 2, she has dedicated her life to breaking barriers, championing accessibility, and inspiring others with her message of resilience and faith.
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To take part in our ongoing discussions regarding SMA, please visit www.smanewstoday.com/forums
Note: This podcast includes thoughts about suicide. If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the U.S. (988, or 988lifeline.org, available 24/7), Samaritans in the U.K (samaritans.org), or Samaritans of Singapore in Singapore (sos.org.sg).
In episode 140, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Lucy Trevino from Chicago, Illinois. Lucy is passionate about academia and advocacy, and she volunteers for the organization Chicago Scholars. She discusses living with SMA Type 3, her familial relationships, and the importance of disability inclusion.
SMA News & Perspectives
In episode 153, host Kevin Schaefer talks with Annie Heathcote from Mazomanie, Wisconsin. Annie is a multi-business owner, social media influencer, author, and lifelong disability advocate whose life and work embody the belief that disability doesn’t mean inability. Diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) at just 13 months and in a wheelchair by age 2, she has dedicated her life to breaking barriers, championing accessibility, and inspiring others with her message of resilience and faith.
Visit our website at www.smanewstoday.com
Follow us:
IG: instagram.com/smanewstoday
Facebook: facebook.com/SMAnewstoday
X: x.com/smanewstoday
To take part in our ongoing discussions regarding SMA, please visit www.smanewstoday.com/forums
