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Episode 108. Part 1: The Star Center in Jackson TN featuring Dr Jennifer Graves
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Host Marsh Naidoo interviews Dr. Jennifer Graves, the president of the Star Center in Jackson, Tennessee. Dr. Graves discusses her connection to disabilities and her passion for helping individuals with differing abilities. She explains how the Star Center was founded by Margaret and Chuck Doumitt who wanted to provide services for their children with Batten's Disease. The center offers a wide range of services, including music therapy, assistive technology, employment services, and a reading clinic for individuals with dyslexia. She encourages listeners to reach out to the Star Center for more information on their services.
Timeline:
00:33 Introduction
02:33 Dr Jennifer Grave's backstory
05:21. Dr Grave's career and how she became involved with the Star Center
06:53 The origin of The Star Center and the story of Margaret and Chuck T, Doumitt
11:48 Services provided for pediatric clients
12:10 Music Therapy
14:32 Vocational Rehab
16:03 Reading Programs
21:35 Homecare
23:33 Conclusion
Linked episodes: Part 2 Assistive Technology with Dr Jennifer Cunninham at The Star Center https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/koMT7zTOBHb
The episode is sponsored by Anderson Consulting your one-stop IT shop!
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