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Podcast: The Lucky Few
Episode: 162. What happens after high school? (Ft. Val - Recent OT Grad + TLFP Producer!)
Description: So what happens when someone with Down syndrome graduates high school? When the structure and support from the education system ends, what begins? Today we’re talking about inclusive employment for adults with Down syndrome with our very own, Val Schlieder! She recently earned her doctorate degree in occupational therapy, produces this podcast, and is also very involved in her local DS community! As part of her OT schooling, she created an employment-prep program for adults with DS that focused on problem solving, social appropriateness, self-advocacy, & so much more. Today she’s sharing about the barriers to inclusive employment (hint...