The HOPEful Connection

The HOPEful Connection

di Restoring Hope, LLC

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DSP Week Discussion | Staci Owen with Co-Host Whitley Lemon

"Our DSPs are incredible and our programs are as strong as they are because of the DSPs that we have." - Staci Owen. ✨ Restoring Hope prepares to celebrate Direct Support Professional (DSP) Week — honoring the dedication, compassion, and impact of DSPs across all programs and locations. We talk about: > 2025 Recognition Categories for DSP Week "Winners" > Challenges & Rewards of DSP Work > Growth & Evolution of the DSP Role > Culture at Restoring Hope > Qualities Appreciated in DSPs What makes Restoring Hope a bit unique is that our DSPs often become “family” to the individuals they support. ISL Homes are individuals’ homes first, not just workplaces. DSPs in our Day Programs and ISLs often know individuals better than guardians, coordinators, or managers. So, celebration in September is an “extra highlight,” but DSPs deserve recognition daily!! 💚

From Pain to Purpose | Sarah Davis with Co-Host Whitley Lemon

Welcome to the HOPEful Connection!This is your resource to connect you to the disability community. We're your Restoring Hope, LLC podcast hosts Staci Owen, Whitley Lemon, and Danielle Coffey. Blood doesn't make family - we can create our own." In this heartfelt conversation, caregiver Sarah Davis shares how she turned personal hardships into a calling to care for people of all ages, abilities, and needs. Since joining Restoring Hope in 2018, Sarah has blended her doctorate in traumatology with her own life experience to create a home that's both safe and full of belonging. We talk about: > How her "ten positives for every negative' rule shifts mindsets. > Why "fair" doesn't always mean "equal" in caregiving. > Raising her own children in an environment of compassion. > Building a trusted network of respite homes. > Prevention over intervention: avoiding problems before they start. Sarah's story is full of practical strategies and encouragement for caregivers, new and experienced alike. > Learn more about Restoring Hope: werestorehope.com. Be sure to follow us to stay updated with our two new episodes, each month!

Feel-Good Family and Farm Fellowship | Guest Christina Oller with Co-Host Whitley Lemon

Welcome to the HOPEful Connection!This is your resource to connect you to the disability community. We're your Restoring Hope, LLC podcast hosts Staci Owen, Whitley Lemon, and Danielle Coffey. From public education to the life-changing work of being a Host Home Provider, not to mention a deep passion for hobby farming! 👩‍🌾 On this full episode, Whitley Lemon, Co-Host of The HOPEful Connection, interviews veteran Springfield Regional caregiver, Christina Oller. Enjoy listening to this feel-good fellowship about family, farming, and caring for others! To watch more of Christina's story with her husband, Gary be sure to visit our testimonial page here: https://www.werestorehope.com/testimonials Be sure to follow us to stay updated with our two new episodes, each month!

Scott the Hiking Guy | Guest Scott Stricklin with Co-Host Danielle Coffey

Welcome to the HOPEful Connection!This is your resource to connect you to the disability community. We're your Restoring Hope, LLC podcast hosts Staci Owen, Whitley Lemon, and Danielle Coffey. On this episode, our very own Restoring Hope Program Manager Scott Stricklin shares with co-host of The HOPEful Connection Danielle Coffey, how he's intertwined his love for outdoor recreation with individuals and youth who need help, support, and connection in their lives. Scott "the hiking 🥾 guy" has a big heart and big plans for our individuals for future outdoor activities. And we can't wait to see what he makes possible for them!! Scott Stricklin email: scottstricklin@werestorehope.com Be sure to follow us to stay updated with our two new episodes, each month!

Inspiring Greatness | Guest Jeff Smith with Co-Host Whitley Lemon

Welcome to the HOPEful Connection!This is your resource to connect you to the disability community. We're your Restoring Hope, LLC podcast hosts Staci Owen, Whitley Lemon, and Danielle Coffey. The heart behind his leadership, all revealed in this in-depth conversation between Restoring Hope part owner Jeff Smith, and HOPEful Connection Co-Host Whitley Lemon. We're changing lives, we are a verb, and we are rockstars! 🤘Don't miss this amazing full episode of the The HOPEful Connection and be inspired to a greater level! Be sure to follow us to stay updated with our two new episodes, each month!

Founder and Owner of Restoring Hope | Guest Chuck Swift with host Staci Owen

Welcome to the HOPEful Connection!This is your resource to connect you to the disability community. We're your Restoring Hope, LLC podcast hosts Staci Owen, Whitley Lemon, and Danielle Coffey. On today's episode co-host Staci Owen sits down with Restoring Hope Founder and Owner Chuck Swift. Get to know more behind the scenes of how the agency started, the heart and vision behind it, and Chuck's hopes for the future here! Watch our story here: https://www.werestorehope.com/our-story Be sure to follow us to stay updated with our two new episodes, each month!

W.O.R.K.S. Employment Overview | Katelyn Hellmer with Host Danielle Coffey

Welcome to the HOPEful Connection! This is your resource to connect you to the disability community. We're your Restoring Hope, LLC podcast hosts Staci Owen, Whitley Lemon, and Danielle Coffey. On today's episode Danielle Coffey sits down with Katelyn Hellmer, Restoring Hope W.O.R.K.S. Employment Services Employment Specialist to discuss what the service offers and how individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilties, as well as businesses benefit from the program. Katelyn Hellmer contact: katelynhellmer@werestorehope.com Find out more about Restoring Hope W.O.R.K.S. Employment Services: ⁠https://www.werestorehope.com/worksemploymentservices⁠ Be sure to follow us to stay updated with our two new episodes, each month!

Excel Day Program Warsaw | Danielle Coffey with host Staci Owen

Welcome to the HOPEful Connection!This is your resource to connect you to the disability community. We're your Restoring Hope, LLC podcast hosts Staci Owen, Whitley Lemon, and Danielle Coffey. On today's episode Staci Owen sits down with Danielle Coffey, Director of Community Based Services to share about the exponential growth of Restoring Hope's Excel Day Programs. With the imminent opening of the sixth Day Program, occurring in Warsaw, MO, Staci and Danielle breakdown what community members and clients can expect. Danielle Coffey's contact can be found on the Excel Day Program page on our website: https://www.werestorehope.com/exceldayprogram Be sure to follow us to stay updated with our episode releases, each month!

Host Home Insight | Kevin Styles with Co-Host Whitley Lemon

Welcome to the HOPEful Connection! This is your resource to connect you to the disability community. We're your Restoring Hope, LLC podcast hosts Staci Owen, Whitley Lemon, and Danielle Coffey. On today's episode Whitley Lemon sits down to discuss some helpful resources for someone and their family considering becoming a Host or Relief Home, daily practices, how to get and stay connected with your community, as well as other practice advice in caregiving with your partner in life. Kevin Styles Contact: styleslifecare@yahoo.com Find out more about becoming a Host Home: https://www.werestorehope.com/becoming-a-host-home Apply to become a Host Home or Relief Home: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/e24fbb651715488e9421834ef0838c1b Be sure to follow us to stay updated with our two new episodes, each month !

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