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Katie Wolf Whaley is in the studio to discuss Employment First, a policy stating competitive employment should be the first and primary option for people with disabilities.

Find more information about the KY LEND here! https://hdi.uky.edu/kylend Application Survey: https://uky.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cJeRRQzFDEfWZwy You may be asked to have an interview as part of the application process. If you have questions or need help in applying, call Caroline Gooden at 859.582.5134 or email cjgood2@uky.edu

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Join Patti Singleton, Division Director for Professional Learning, as she discusses plain language with HDI staff, Bev Harp and Morgan Turner. Learn what Plain Language is, why it is important, and how you can get started with using Plain Language. You can also learn more at plainlanguage.gov

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, in this episode join Stephanie Meredith, HDI's Medical Outreach Director and the mother of Andy, a 22 year old with Down syndrome. Stephanie reflects on Andy's youth as well as the state of genetic testing.

Johnny Collett and Erin Fitzgerald speak about inclusive higher education programs in Kentucky and the College and Career Studies Program at the University of Kentucky.