Building Bridges, Empowering Lives: The Better Together Supports Story

The Better Together Podcast

In this inaugural episode of the Better Together Supports Podcast, hosts Jacob, David Neely (founder and director), and Sarah Martinez (relations unit supervisor) discuss the company's origin story and its mission to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals in the IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) community.

David shares his personal connection to the IDD community, having grown up with a mother who was a special education teacher and fostering children with disabilities. This experience drove him to start Better Together Supports, with the goal of empowering individuals with IDD to thrive and be active participants in their communities.

Sarah discusses her journey of joining the company, learning about the IDD community, and the rewarding experience of connecting families with compassionate caregivers. The hosts also delve into the role of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), who are at the heart of Better Together Supports. They emphasize the importance of building relationships and finding common interests between DSPs and clients to provide the best possible care.

David and Sarah share stories of overcoming obstacles, such as finding creative solutions to support a family with technology barriers and ensuring a client's satisfaction by finding the perfect DSP match. Looking to the future, they express their commitment to providing opportunities for people who have never worked with the IDD community before, focusing on equipping high school students and lowering barriers to entry for those who want to make a difference.

The episode concludes with excitement for the upcoming episodes of the Better Together Supports Podcast, which will feature stories from DSPs and families, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the IDD community and the positive impact the company is making.