Living With SMA

By: Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK (SMA UK)
  • Summary

  • The charity SMA UK invites different hosts from across the SMA Community together to discuss different topics. This is great place to find useful tips, recommendations, and hear personal stories.
    © 2024 Living With SMA
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Episodes
  • Ep 42: Uni the practical stuff
    32 mins
  • Ep 41: Getting ready for Uni
    Oct 4 2024

    Uni Bound: Navigating University Life with a Disability

    In this insightful episode of *Uni Bound*, host Ross Lannon is joined by guests Molly Everitt and Zoe Henderson for a candid discussion on preparing for university while living with a long-term disability. Together, they explore the added pressures of managing university life, from securing accessible accommodations in halls to coordinating support from carers. The conversation dives into the emotional and logistical challenges that disabled students face, while offering practical advice on advocating for your needs, navigating university services, and building a support network. If you're a student with a disability or simply want to understand the complexities of university life from this perspective, this episode provides invaluable insights, empathy, and encouragement.

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    33 mins
  • Ep 40: Celebrating Pride
    Jul 2 2024

    Join host Steven on this special Pride episode of *Pride and Possibility*, where we celebrate the vibrant intersection of the LGBTQIA+ community and disability pride. Steven is joined by three incredible guests: Shelby, Emily, and Jordanne, who each bring unique perspectives and experiences as individuals living with disabilities and proudly identifying as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

    In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Shelby, Emily, and Jordanne share their personal journeys, discussing the challenges and triumphs they have faced in navigating their identities. They delve into the importance of representation, the power of community, and the ways in which their disabilities and LGBTQIA+ identities have shaped their lives.

    Listeners will hear inspiring stories of resilience, advocacy, and joy as our guests talk about what Pride means to them. This episode is a celebration of diversity, inclusion, and the strength found in embracing all aspects of one's identity. Tune in to *Pride and Possibility* for an uplifting conversation that highlights the beauty of living authentically and the importance of solidarity within the LGBTQIA+ and disability communities.

    Celebrate Pride with us and discover the incredible stories of Shelby, Emily, and Jordanne as they inspire us all to live with pride and possibility.

    #PrideAndPossibility #DisabilityPride #LGBTQIA+ #Intersectionality #celebratediversity

    HIS PODCAST IS NOT JUST FOR PEOPLE WITH SMA This content is not solely for the SMA Community. We hope this discussion will be helpful to everyone. ❤️
    You can contact SMA UK on the following social media platforms ⬇️⬇️
    ▶ | INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sma_uk
    ▶ | TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SMA_UK_
    ▶ | FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/SpinalMuscul...

    If you would like to participate in any of our podcasts please email gary.edgecombe@smauk.org.uk

    Living With SMA Disclaimer: The views expressed in this episode belong to the Podcast Participants and not the charity SMA UK, its partners, or its employees. All opinions expressed by the Podcast Participants are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of SMA UK. The Podcast Participants' opinions are based upon information they consider reliable, but neither SMA UK, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such.

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    39 mins

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