How Speech Hens Transformed a Rural Community with Life-Changing Therapy
In this episode of Resiliency The Podcast, hosts Jenn Quader and Dr. Kelly Culver sit down with Maryanne Ward and Laura Downey, founders of Speech Hens, a private speech and language clinic in Simcoe, Ontario. Discover how they’ve pioneered life-changing communication services in their rural community, empowering individuals of all ages to communicate with confidence. From overcoming personal struggles to winning prestigious awards, their story is one of resilience, innovation, and community impact.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction & Music
00:02 - Meet the Hosts: Jen Quader & Dr. Kelly Culver
00:41 - Introducing Marianne Ward & Laura Downey of Speech Hens
01:15 - The Mission of Speech Hens: Communication for All Ages
03:15 - Starting a Rural Speech Clinic: Addressing Community Needs
05:20 - Overcoming Challenges & Building Resilience
08:25 - Personal Stories of Struggle and Growth
14:00 - Expanding Services: Occupational Therapy, Literacy, Feeding
19:22 - Undiagnosed Disorders & the Impact on Adults
28:51 - Inclusive Programs: Supporting Children with Autism and Selective Eating
40:52 - Winning the 1Awards: Community Impact Recognized
43:00 - "Treats in the Streets" Initiative: Inclusive Halloween Fun
46:03 - Final Reflections: The Power of Communication & Resilience
49:32 - Closing Remarks: Communicating with Confidence
Find RTP online!
- https://resiliencythepodcast.com
- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562977084612
- https://www.instagram.com/resiliencythepodcast/
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resiliency-the-podcast
Follow Speech Hens: https://www.instagram.com/speechhens/
Contact Jenn Quader:
- Jenn Quader’s Website: http://jennquader.com
- Connect with Jenn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennquader/
- Jenn Quader’s Tedx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yKMeo3GW2k
Contact Dr. Kelly Culver:
- Culver Group Website: https://new.culvergroup.ca/
- Dr. Kelly Culver’s Website: http://drkellyculver.com
- Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-culver/
- Dr. Kelly Culver’s Tedx Talk: https://youtu.be/0FNU95LH-f8?si=8uamb7cs7RiUWxRV
- Dr. Kelly Culver’s Book: https://www.drkellyculver.com/my-book
Learn more about TEDxAUP Resilience Redefined: Thriving in Times of Change: https://www.ted.com/tedx/events/55461
DISCLAIMER: THE OPINIONS OR VIEWS EXPRESSED DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE HOSTS OR RESILIENCY THE PODCAST; SUCH VIEWS ARE MERELY OPINIONS EXPRESSED. THE INFORMATION IN THIS EPISODE IS FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY AND GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES. RESILIENCY THE PODCAST CANNOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY OF ANY STATEMENTS FROM GUESTS OR THE SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction & Music
00:02 - Meet the Hosts: Jen Quader & Dr. Kelly Culver
00:41 - Introducing Marianne Ward & Laura Downey of Speech Hens
01:15 - The Mission of Speech Hens: Communication for All Ages
03:15 - Starting a Rural Speech Clinic: Addressing Community Needs
05:20 - Overcoming Challenges & Building Resilience
08:25 - Personal Stories of Struggle and Growth
14:00 - Expanding Services: Occupational Therapy, Literacy, Feeding
19:22 - Undiagnosed Disorders & the Impact on Adults
28:51 - Inclusive Programs: Supporting Children with Autism and Selective Eating
40:52 - Winning the 1Awards: Community Impact Recognized
43:00 - "Treats in the Streets" Initiative: Inclusive Halloween Fun
46:03 - Final Reflections: The Power of Communication & Resilience
49:32 - Closing Remarks: Communicating with Confidence
Find RTP online!
- https://resiliencythepodcast.com
- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562977084612
- https://www.instagram.com/resiliencythepodcast/
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/resiliency-the-podcast
Follow Speech Hens: https://www.instagram.com/speechhens/
Contact Jenn Quader:
- Jenn Quader’s Website: http://jennquader.com
- Connect with Jenn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennquader/
- Jenn Quader’s Tedx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yKMeo3GW2k
Contact Dr. Kelly Culver:
- Culver Group Website: https://new.culvergroup.ca/
- Dr. Kelly Culver’s Website: http://drkellyculver.com
- Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-culver/
- Dr. Kelly Culver’s Tedx Talk: https://youtu.be/0FNU95LH-f8?si=8uamb7cs7RiUWxRV
- Dr. Kelly Culver’s Book: https://www.drkellyculver.com/my-book
Learn more about TEDxAUP Resilience Redefined: Thriving in Times of Change: https://www.ted.com/tedx/events/55461
DISCLAIMER: THE OPINIONS OR VIEWS EXPRESSED DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE HOSTS OR RESILIENCY THE PODCAST; SUCH VIEWS ARE MERELY OPINIONS EXPRESSED. THE INFORMATION IN THIS EPISODE IS FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY AND GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES. RESILIENCY THE PODCAST CANNOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY OF ANY STATEMENTS FROM GUESTS OR THE SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION.
Creators and Guests
Host
Dr. Kelly Culver
Dr. Kelly Culver holds the world’s first doctorate of resiliency, having received her PhD in strategic resilience from the Paris School of Business. She is a seasoned global leader with 34 years of experience as a founder, director, entrepreneur, strategist, and executive coach.
Host
Jenn Quader
Jenn Quader is an American CEO, TEDx speaker, vocalist, writer, poet, and musical theatre enthusiast. Her personal mission is to empower the next generation of confident communicators by sharing her voice in the global movement toward empathetic and human-first business leadership.
Producer
Asef Quader
Asef Quader is a writer, producer and director based in Orange County, California. A 20-year marketing and advertising expert, his passions surround bringing stories of resiliency to life… along with eating good food and drinking good wine.
Editor
Zill Media
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