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WOA Season 13 Finale: A Family's Early Learning Journey

Wrap up Season 13 of Waves of Awareness with a heartfelt conversation about early intervention, family, growth, and the impact of developmental therapy. In the Season 13

Person-Centered Practice: Supporting Choice & Independence

What does it really mean to put people at the center of the support they receive? On this episode of Waves of Awareness, Amanda Brewer from the Person Centered Practic

Their World Collective: A Community for Moms

On this episode of Waves of Awareness, we're getting to know Their World Collective, a new nonprofit focused on connecting and supporting moms of children with autism.

Growing Side by Side: A Twin Family's Journey

What does early intervention really look like for a family? On this episode of Waves of Awareness, you'll hear from both sides of the journey. Parent Callie Ballard jo

Visit Franklin: Beyond the Brochure

On this episode of Waves of Awareness, we're joined by Heather Doleshel, Senior Manager of Stakeholder Engagement at Visit Franklin, for a conversation about what makes F

"Access for All: The Heart Behind Elizabeth's Gift "

On this episode of Waves of Awareness, we're joined by Jonathan and Stephen Smith, two of the founders of Elizabeth's Gift, a nonprofit created in honor of their late sis

Early Learning Support: A Family's Experience

What does early intervention really look like for a family? On this episode of Waves of Awareness, we're joined by Erica Shannon, mom to Connor, who receives services

The Power of Early Intervention: A Mom's Story

On this episode of Waves of Awareness, Waves welcomes Lauren Woodson, a mom from our Early Learning Program, for a heartfelt conversation about her family's experience wi

Navigating Disability Together: With Caroline Aly of Carehack

What does it really take to support families caring for loved ones with disabilities? This week on Waves of Awareness, we welcome Caroline Aly, Founder and Executive D

Season 13 Kickoff in Fairview

The voices of Waves are back for a brand-new season of Waves of Awareness! Welcome to Season 13 🎉 We're kicking off the season from our Fairview Day Program with a spe

Season 12 Finale: A Conversation with Mayor Anderson

Celebrate the Season 12 finale of Waves of Awareness with a conversation that takes you inside the heart of local leadership in Williamson County. This week, we're joi

Mobilizing Communities: with Debby Rainey of United Way

This week on Waves of Awareness, we're joined by Debby Rainey from United Way of Greater Nashville, an organization dedicated to uniting the community and mobilizing reso

Special Olympics Impact: With Joanne Drumright

This week on Waves of Awareness, we're diving into the inspiring world of Special Olympics Tennessee! 🎉 Join Waves CEO Staci Davis and our Waves adults—Tripp, Eric, Jeni,

Communication That Connects: with Charles Booth from the City of Brentwood

How does a city stay connected to its community? What does public service really look like behind the scenes? On this episode of Waves of Awareness, we sit down with C

From Classroom to Caregiver: Bridging Gaps Through Early Intervention

On this episode of Waves of Awareness, we're diving into the power of early intervention, school partnerships, and family collaboration. Early interventionists Alisha

Finding Your Way To Serve: With Jann Seymour From Hands On

On this week's episode of Waves of Awareness, we're joined by Jann Seymour from Hands On Nashville (now Hands On), a leading volunteer connector serving Nashville and sur

Derby Jones on Local Impact: Herald & Rotary Spotlight

This week on Waves of Awareness, we welcome Derby Jones, publisher, editor, and owner of the Williamson Herald, to discuss the importance of local news in Williamson Coun

Derek Schletzer's Why: Serving on the Waves Board

Why Serve on a Nonprofit Board? Purpose, Community & Finding Your "Why" | Derek Schletzer What motivates someone to join a nonprofit board—and stay committed? On th

Quality Care at Waves: People-First Disability Services

What does quality care really look like—and how does Waves make sure it's happening every day? On this episode of Waves of Awareness, the hosts sit down with Waves' Qu

Season 12 Kickoff: with Commissioner Brian Beathard

Welcome to the Season 12 kickoff of Waves of Awareness! 🎙️ In this episode, Waves CEO Staci Davis and co-host Johnny Sunshine open the new season with a meaningful con