From Dating to Marriage: A Self-Advocate’s Story

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Heather Hancock-Blackburn, a self-advocate and long-time member of the Down syndrome community, to talk about her experiences with dating, love, and marriage. Heather opens up about her journey to finding meaningful relationships, the importance of communication and trust, and what it means to navigate love as a self-advocate.

Listeners will hear Heather share:

• Her perspective on what makes a strong relationship.
• The role of family, friends, and community in supporting love and marriage.
• Challenges she’s faced and how she’s overcome them with positivity and resilience.
• Advice for other self-advocates who may be curious about dating or marriage.

This episode is full of warmth, wisdom, and encouragement—reminding us tha ...