Forever Home for our kids with disabilities.

Valerie Arbeau

Estate Planning

Autism

Disability Tax Credit

Registered Disability Savings Plan

Disability

Accessible Housing

Disability Advocates

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Crimson Rise

Disability Inclusion

SMA (spinal Muscular Atrophy)

Independent Living / Disability Housing

Bloom Wellness Collective

Trusts

Accessible Design

Employment

Aish

Music Therapy

Canada

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Formerly Special Needs Moms - Circle of Strength.

This podcast has begun a shift in focus...

Hey, I’m Valerie, mom to two with disabilities (one visible, one invisible). We came up with housing solutions for our children.

This space has been created to help you navigate the journey of creating a secure, sustainable forever home for your child.

We’ll chat with parents on this path, realtors, fin... more

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	98	Founded	3 years ago
Categories	EducationKids & Family

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Building Accessible Homes That Feel Like Home with Griffin Simony of Shift Projects

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In this episode of Forever Home for Our Kids with Disabilities, Valerie welcomes Griffin Simony, co-founder of Shift Projects (formerly Shift Accessibility Contractors). Griffin shares how a desire for more meaningful work and his g... more

8 Jul 2026 • 34 min

Building an Awesome Ordinary Life: Eric Goll's 8-Step Life Planning Process

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In this powerful conversation, Valerie welcomes disability life-planning coach Eric Goll to discuss how families can proactively create meaningful futures for their loved ones with developmental disabilities.

Eric Goll is a certifi... more

24 Jun 2026 • 51 min

Dance, Disability & Belonging: How Movement Creates Purpose and Community with Telisa Dubasov

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In this week’s episode of Forever Home for Our Kids with Disabilities, host Valerie welcomes longtime friend and dance educator Telisa Dubasov for an inspiring conversation about the transformative power of dance, movement, and comm... more

10 Jun 2026 • 30 min

Unlocking Voice, Autonomy & Future Planning for Non-Speaking Autistics with Lakshmi Rao Sankar

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In this eye-opening episode, Valerie sits down with Lakshmi Rao Sankar — Executive Director and Co-Founder of Crimson Rise — to explore the transformative impact of communication access for non-speaking autistic individuals.

Lakshm... more

27 May 2026 • 36 min

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Eric Goll

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Telisa Dubasov

Founder of Bloom Wellness Collective, former Dubasov Dance and Wellness

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Episode: Dance, Disability & Belonging: How Movement Creates Purpose and Community with Telisa Dubasov

Lakshmi Rao Sankar

Executive Director, Co-Founder of Crimson Rise; Consulting Partner at Team Core; Leadership Cadre at IASC

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Episode: Unlocking Voice, Autonomy & Future Planning for Non-Speaking Autistics with Lakshmi Rao Sankar

Jennifer Buchanan

Certified music therapist, founder and president of JB Music Therapy

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Episode: Music, Belonging & the Brain: How Music Therapy Supports Children with Disabilities with Jennifer Buchanan.

Annie VanderLeek

Disability Advocates team member, wife of Gordon, expert on Canada Disability Tax Credit

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Episode: Why the Disability Tax Credit Is the Key to Unlocking Your Child’s Financial Future with Annie and Gordon VanderLeek

Gordon VanderLeek

Founder of VanderLeek Law, state planning lawyer, disability advocate

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Episode: Why the Disability Tax Credit Is the Key to Unlocking Your Child’s Financial Future with Annie and Gordon VanderLeek

Adam Arsenault

Founder/builder focused on accessible and non-traditional housing

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Episode: Why Aren’t Homes Built Accessible? Rethinking Housing for Our Future with Adam Arsenault

Ron Wickman

Architect, author, and activist specializing in accessible design

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Episode: Accessible Design for Neurodivergence: Expert Insights on Sensory-Friendly Forever Homes with Ron Wickman

Al Neary

President of Maximum Mobility, Calgary-based mobility solutions expert

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Episode: Mobility, Dignity & Designing for the Future with Al Neary

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Valerie

Host of Forever Home for our kids with disabilities, life coach and author; focuses on building secure futures for children with disabilities.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings

Thoughtful and Insightful
I have been listening to several episodes and I am hooked. Valerie attracts guests with something to say and she leads them in thoughtful conversations. I highly recommend
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Big Dog from NY
United Statesa year ago
Breath of fresh air!
Valerie’s heart for mom’s of special kids shines through with her encouraging and insightful conversations.
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whackey monkey
United States2 years ago
Much needed resource!
Valerie is wonderful for creating this resource to empower and uplift the special needs community. She has great topics and has a beautiful presence.
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Annie Carter27
United States2 years ago
Valerie is a gift!
She has such a calm and peaceful presence that make it so easy to listen and enjoy this podcast as a fellow special needs parent. And she really knows how to give us the perspective we need to keep on going another day! I highly recommend this to anyone needing a lift in their parenting journey!
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OrganizingAng
United States2 years ago
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Such incredible stories, really sharing the struggles of parents but loads of great takeaways and tips too. Great work!
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United Kingdom3 years ago

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Content is uplifting and supportive for veterans in the disability community, with real-world relevance for housing and care planning.

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Planning for Tomorrow, Grace for Today: A Conversation on Guardianship & Estate Planning with Shannon Laymon-Pecoraro

Q: What advice would you give to families starting estate and guardianship planning today?

Start with clear succession planning and a plan for guardianship that accounts for who will take over when you're no longer able. Include an alternate guardian, update wills, and consider the impact on benefits. Leverage professional networks, like certified elder law attorneys, and ensure communications with family and the care team are ongoing so transitions can be smooth and respectful of the individual's independence and dignity.

Planning for Tomorrow, Grace for Today: A Conversation on Guardianship & Estate Planning with Shannon Laymon-Pecoraro

Q: What are some common misconceptions about estate planning for children with disabilities?

A common mistake is disinheriting a child with a disability to protect benefits, which can backfire since Social Security and Medicaid may rely on a trust or inherited assets. Proper planning involves Special Needs Trusts to supplement, not supplant, public benefits, and ensuring that assets are left to the child in a way that aligns with long-term care goals and the potential needs of survivors. It's also essential to choose guardians who have the bandwidth and commitment to carry out the plan.

Planning for Tomorrow, Grace for Today: A Conversation on Guardianship & Estate Planning with Shannon Laymon-Pecoraro

Q: For audiences who may not be familiar, can you explain guardianship and why it matters for young adults with disabilities?

Guardianship is state-specific and begins with recognizing that once a person turns 18, they are legally an adult. Many families need guardianship to maintain authority over medical decisions, finances, and general welfare, especially when a disability affects decision-making. The process typically involves petitions, medical evaluations, guardian ad litem, and a court hearing, with variations by state. Without guardianship, parents can face barriers coordinating care and benefits through doctors and insurers.

Dance, Disability & Belonging: How Movement Creates Purpose and Community with Telisa Dubasov

Q: Telisa, tell us, how did you enter into the world of people with disabilities?

Telisa describes starting as a volunteer in youth camps in her small town, then moving into professional roles in Pace Kids and eventually launching her own program. Her early work with a four-year-old with cerebral palsy showed how movement, music, and props could address physio goals while being engaging, leading to the growth of a studio space focused on inclusivity and, later, Bloom Wellness Collective.

Building an Awesome Ordinary Life: Eric Goll's 8-Step Life Planning Process

Q: What prompted you to develop the Eight Step Life Planning Process?

Eric explains that after supporting his sister to build her own life and observing what works for families, he formalized a coaching path, started small with group coaching, and iterated the process based on feedback to create a structured framework that can guide families over time.

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This show centers on practical, long-term strategies for families raising children with disabilities, with a sharp emphasis on securing accessible, sustainable housing and care futures. Episodes typically feature a mix of parents, legal and financial experts, designers, and healthcare professionals who share concrete steps—from estate planning and disability tax credits to accessible housing design and community-building—aimed at creating independent, supported living for loved ones. A standout thread across episodes is the emphasis on planning early, collaboration across professionals, and turning caregiving into coaching to empower families to build lasting security for their children. Listeners who want actionable guidance on funding, le... more

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