THINK+change

THINK+change Learning is going to get interesting, very interesting! Having a child with a developmental disability is not the problem. They deserve THINK+change.

THINK+change is The Arc of Aurora’s training and education program that strives to change knowledge, attitude, and behavior to ultimately improve the quality of life for people with I/DD, their families, and the professionals in their lives. Having a disability yourself is not the problem. Disability is a natural part of the human experience. The problem is, those expected to do the most for peopl

e with disabilities often have the least foundation of knowledge. Intentional or not -- through insufficient training, many people who are paid to be involved with those with disabilities often dehumanize the person, bit by bit, slowly over time. All people with developmental disabilities deserve respect and deserve better. THINK+change offers solutions-focused training and tools that change knowledge, attitude, and behavior to ultimately improve the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities. THINK+change brands and builds on The Arc of Aurora's successful training track record and product line where the sky is the limit on training issues and tools to support positive change for people with developmental disabilities! Be intentional, change the world with us!

🌟 Get your burning questions answered about your child’s IEP (Individualized Education Plan) in this episode of the THIN...
08/31/2026

🌟 Get your burning questions answered about your child’s IEP (Individualized Education Plan) in this episode of the THINK+change podcast! Our longtime advocates, Jeff and Petri, are here to help you understand more about the IEP process and your role in it:

🔗https://buff.ly/5ye3V5t

Made possible through support from Developmental Pathways, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, Arc Thrift Stores, and The Arc of Aurora!



Image description: Think Change Podcast Vodcast logo that includes a black microphone. Below, is a headshot of the guest of the podcast, Jeffrey Fernengel, individual advocate at The Arc of Aurora, a man with short brown hair and a beard, and Petri Brill, host, a woman with shoulder-length brown hair, with a black microphone and three green sound lines around both headshots. Text reads Advocates Answer IEP Frequently Asked Questions. Made possible through support from Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, Developmental Pathways, arc Thrift Stores, and The Arc of Aurora.

The transition to adulthood can be intimidating, but supports and services can make a big difference. This documentary m...
08/30/2026

The transition to adulthood can be intimidating, but supports and services can make a big difference. This documentary moves through Beck's story and the successes that come when supports and services are person-centered!

You can find the full video here: thinkchange.info/TransitionsTALKS

And stay tuned for our next podcast, out tomorrow! 🤩

Image description: Think Change Storytelling Talks logo that includes a black microphone with a cord. Below are images of a young man with short blonde hair looking over at another image of himself communicating with an older man using sign language. Behind him is an image of him as a child. Next to them are images of a woman with shoulder length brown hair, a man with short grey hair and a beard, a woman with long brown wavy hair and glasses, and a man with short black hair. Text reads Life Beyond High School: For Young Adults with IDD. Made possible through support from Developmental Pathways, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, Special Olympics Colorado, arc Thrift Stores, and The Arc of Aurora.

Next up on the topic of supports and services we have our service animals podcast featuring Barbara Henry, Executive Dir...
08/27/2026

Next up on the topic of supports and services we have our service animals podcast featuring Barbara Henry, Executive Director and Lead Trainer of Domino Service Dogs.

Tune into this exciting episode- https://thinkchange.info/ServiceAnimalsPODVOD!

Image description: Think Change Podcast Vodcast logo that includes a black microphone. Below, is a headshot of the guest of the podcast, Barbara Henry, Executive Director and Lead Trainer Domino Service Dogs, a woman with long blonde hair, and host, Petri Brill, a woman with shoulder-length brown hair, with a black microphone and three green sound lines around both headshots. Text reads Service Animals. Made possible through support from Developmental Pathways, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, The Limbaugh Law Firm, Aftersight, and The Arc of Aurora.

Find out where candidates stand by using the toolkit! Your vote has power! 💪
08/26/2026

Find out where candidates stand by using the toolkit! Your vote has power! 💪

This week we are highlighting our supports and services products! You won't want to miss our "Benefits and Programs Tool...
08/26/2026

This week we are highlighting our supports and services products!

You won't want to miss our "Benefits and Programs Toolkit"! It can help you break down the steps, stay organized, and save time when managing assistance programs for people with disabilities.

You can find it here: https://thinkchange.info/EntitlementsTOOL

Image description: Think Change Tools logo that includes silhouettes of a pamphlet and book. Below is a notebook with a checklist titled Gather Your Documents and a pair of hands holding a packet titled My Benefits & Programs Toolkit. In the middle is a graphic of a hand holding a house, dollar sign, and health plus sign symbol Text reads My Benefits & Programs Toolkit. Made possible through support from Colorado Access, Developmental Pathways, The Limbaugh Law Firm, The Arc of Aurora, and the Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council.

08/20/2026

Today we are highlighting parent advocacy! Parents and families are often times the strongest advocates in a child’s life.

This PODVOD features Leidy Medrano, who shares her journey of becoming her son's voice and discovering her own advocacy.

This episode is in Spanish with captions in English! Hear more from Leidy about speaking up for your child at https://thinkchange.info/DefensorSuHijoPOD

Or listen to as a Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or iHeartRadio!

08/19/2026

Next up.... Behavior Challenges in School!

In this conversation, we sit down with Kim Kelleher, Speech Language Pathologist, to discuss how we can better handle behavior challenges in school. Kim's analytical mind and goal-focused input gives a refreshing perspective on this difficult topic.

Hear more from her at https://buff.ly/zTBc32u or listen to it as a Podcast on Spotify, Apple, or iHeartRadio!

08/18/2026

Today we are highlighting our conversation with Lauren E. Mowrey, LCSW. She has years of experience helping families, providers, and more navigate life after an IDD diagnosis.

Families learn a lot about their child's diagnosis before starting school, but the school is often the first place where families learn about the special education process. If you want to hear more about: the IDD diagnosis process, steps after diagnosis, tips to navigate the process, resources to turn to, and advice for parents and caregiver - this episode is for you!

Hear more from her at https://buff.ly/Mpg6wyS or listen on Spotify, Apple, or iHeartRadio!

08/17/2026

🎒📚 School has begun! 📚🎒

A new school year means new routines, new relationships, and sometimes… a few big feelings! 💛 Start the school year with THINK+change.

This week we will be sharing resources made for educators, families, and students to start the year with connection, understanding, and the tools needed to thrive.

Up first, we have a PODVOD featuring Brad Stiles, M.A.. He gives advice to schools about emergency planning for their Special Education population.

Hear more from him at https://buff.ly/eKdzNmA or listen on Spotify, Apple, or iHeartRadio!

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