Listen into my conversation with Gemma Cardona, founder of Paddy’s Purpose, who joins us from the UK. Gemma is a mom of 3, with her son Patrick with disabilities and how that’s changed her world and sparked a fire in her to speak out on disability for a more inclusive world.
She Also Bravely Shares:
- Her unique journey of combatting her own health issues related to caring for her son -How she hopes to make a positive impact moving forward with access to resources and information
- What she would tell other parents in her shoes about grief, time, and navigating your journey with balance between caregiver versus parent.
We dive into so many topics - all of which are not typically spoken about. Hope you all enjoy this conversation as much as I did!
You can find Gemma on social media @ Paddy’s Purpose for more information!
Head to her site to find out more information: http://www.thedcf.org/paddys-purpose/
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To find more resources: www.breakthroughptli.com/resources
Certified TheraSuit Therapist at Breakthrough Intensive Physical Therapy
Christine received her honor’s Bachelor’s degree in Biology in 2011 from Richard Stockton University located in New Jersey. She then earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy through their accelerated program and graduated in 2013. In 2015, she became certified in the TheraSuit Method.
She discovered her passion for the neurologic pediatric and adult population during her clinical affiliation at a special services school in Cape May, New Jersey. She is an active member of the APTA and continues to take post-graduate course work related to treatment methods for neurological diagnoses.
She discovered her passion for the neurologic pediatric and adult population during her clinical affiliation at a special services school in Cape May, New Jersey. She is an active member of the APTA and continues to take post-graduate course work related to treatment methods for neurological diagnoses.
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