29 episodes
SYNGAP1 Stories SYNGAP1 Podcasts by SRF
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- Kids & Family
SYNGAP1 is a rare disease that affects Ashley Frye's son Nathan. As of January 1, 2024, there are 1,339 people in the world diagnosed with SYNGAP1. There is no treatment. There is no cure. In each episode of SYNGAP1 Stories, Ashley will chat with SynGap parents, volunteers, caregivers, researchers, and partners about their journey with SYNGAP1 in their lives. Their joys and successes, as well as heartaches and advice, will be discussed in this heart-warming series as we support the SynGap community.
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Rainy Schlosser, SYNGAP1 Mom to Hope, discusses her 4-year-old daughter's journey in life and across the US for 3 studies!
Show Notes
Rainy Schlosser is in the middle of a 7,500 mile drive-a-thon to participate in 3 studies to help find a cure for SYNGAP1. She talks with Ashley about the studies, her daughter Hope's incredibly difficult medical journey, what makes Hope happiest, an EEG with Curious George, and the wonderful connections they are making along the way! This is a fundraiser, so please check out Syngap.Fund/Hope4theCure!
All episodes are available at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Hope's Warrior Story
My SYNGAP1 Drive-a-thon, Hope4theCure
Connect with Rainy & Hope:
Instagram - @Hope4theCure
YouTube - @Hope4theCure
Facebook - Hope SelahMay
Other Links
Cannonball for the Cure
Connect with Ashley:
afrye@curesyngap1.org
Ashley's SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://curesyngap1.org/
SYNGAP1 Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
Wednesday Warriors
Supporting SYNGAP1 Siblings
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
SYNGAP1 Family Day 2023 – A Beacon of Hope! (blog with videos)
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
YouTube
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Pa -
Jackie Kancir, SYNGAP1 Mom and Advocacy Leader for SRF talks about daughter Jadyne and shares advice for all rare disease parents.
Show Notes
In this special episode, guest host Jessica Johnson talks with Jackie Kancir. The two SYNGAP1 Moms discuss education systems, on the farm with Jadyne (Jackie's daughter), make-up, behavioral issues, Jadyne's optimism, and advocating for your children! This episode will educate everyone in the rare disease world. Behavior is communication - listen for details!
See all episodes at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Jadyne's Warrior Story
Connect with Jackie:
jackie@curesyngap1.org
Jackie's SRF bio
LinkedIn
Other Links
SRF SYNGAP1 Resources for Education & Advocacy
SYNGAP1: Background, Development, and the Impact on Children
Information on ABA - Applied Behavior Analysis - Link 1; Link 2
Severe Behaviors and Advocacy, SRF Webinar #53 by Jackie
Exploring Advocacy: Finding and Refining Your Voice - webinar hosted by Jackie
Jackie has misc. links news, media, etc. here
Connect with Ashley:
afrye@curesyngap1.org
Ashley's SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
Connect with Jessica:
jjohnson@curesyngap1.org
Kai's Warrior Story
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://curesyngap1.org/
SYNGAP1 Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
Wednesday Warriors
Supporting SYNGAP1 Siblings
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
SYNGAP1 Family Day 2023 – A Beacon of Hope! (blog with videos)
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam -
Paulina Polanco, SRF volunteer and sibling to twin sisters with SYNGAP1 shares her very personal story of loss of what could have been, love, and hope.
Show Notes
The most moving episode yet! Paulina Polanco is caregiver to her twin sisters Libertad (Libby) and Esperanza (Espy). She delivered a raw, personal address at the 2023 SYNGAP1 Conference hosted by SRF. This episode not only includes that speech, but Ashley talks candidly to Paulina to expand upon her life with twin Syngapians. See all episodes at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Warrior Story for Libby & Espy
Connect with Paulina:
Instagram
Facebook
Blog Posts Written by Paulina:
SRF – Our Voice is Getting Louder for SYNGAP1!
SYNGAP1 Family Day 2023 – A Beacon of Hope!
Other Links:
SRF Siblings Page
Fondo de Investigación Syngap
Recursos en español
Café Syngap1 Podcast
Connect with Ashley:
afrye@curesyngap1.org
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://curesyngap1.org/
SYNGAP1 Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
Supporting SYNGAP1 Siblings
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: ed@curesyngap1.org
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 026 SYNGAP1 Stories, February 13, 2024
#SYNGAP1StoriesLibby #SYNGAP1StoriesEspy #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp26 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseRese -
Jessica Johnson, SRF Volunteer and SYNGAP1 Mom shares her positive outlook on raising her son Kai.
Show Notes
Living with SYNGAP1 can be challenging, but approaching it with a positive outlook is important. Listen to Jessica Johnson chat with Ashley to talk about her son Kai, who has SYNGAP1. They discuss iPads, music & guitars, finding your community, and more. See all episodes at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Kai's Warrior Story
Connect with Jess:
Instagram
Instagram (Kai's account)
Connect with Ashley:
afrye@curesyngap1.org
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://curesyngap1.org/
SYNGAP1 Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
Supporting SYNGAP1 Siblings
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: ed@curesyngap1.org
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 025 SYNGAP1 Stories, January 30, 2024
#SYNGAP1StoriesKai #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp25 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #Music #Guitars #SyngapConf #Advice #RareAdvice #SYNGAP1Siblings #Positivity -
Hilary Volz, SYNGAP1 Mom to Brycen, talks about Disney movies, genetic testing, behaviors, & more!
Show Notes:
We open 2024 where we left off in 2023 - great advice! Hilary Volz joins Ashley to talk about her son Brycen, who has SYNGAP1. They discuss Brycen's favorite (and not so favorite) Disney movies, genetic testing, severe behaviors, his super sibling Kallen, and more. See all episodes at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Brycen's Warrior Story
Connect with Hillary:
Facebook
Instagram
Other Episode Links:
Fragile X
Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Intensive Feeding Clinic
Connect with Ashley:
afrye@curesyngap1.org
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://curesyngap1.org/
SYNGAP1 Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
Supporting SYNGAP1 Siblings
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Pre-register for SYNGAP1 Conference 2024
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Family Zoom Meeting (Weekly on Wednesdays, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Sibling Zoom Meeting (Monthly on 1st Thursday, 8PM ET):
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: ed@curesyngap1.org
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 024 SYNGAP1 Stories, January 9, 2024
#SYNGAP1StoriesBrycen #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp24 #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #SyngapConf #Advice #RareAdvice #DisneyMovies #FragileX #SYNGAP1Siblings #ABATherapy -
Special Episode - On Giving Tuesday, we present the best advice from SYNGAP1 Stories guests from the past year!
Show Notes:
This is the Best Episode of 2023! Every SYNGAP1 parent had a story to tell Ashley and advice for others. This compilation has it all! Good advice is good at any time, no matter how many times you hear it, and this episode has a lot of advice that relates to all in the Rare Disease Community. We hope you enjoy, and if you’ve missed any episodes, you can see them all at Syngap.Fund/Stories.
Please help us on Giving Tuesday so that we can continue our effort to find a cure for all who are living with SYNGAP1 - donate at https://Syngap.Fund/GT23
Follow Ashley Frye:
afrye@curesyngap1.org
SRF Bio
LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
Nathan’s Warrior Story
SYNGAP1 Stories Episode 001 - Ashley Frye
SRF & SYNGAP1 Info:
What is SYNGAP1?
Syngap Research Fund - https://syngapresearchfund.org
Donate - https://Syngap.Fund/Donate
SYNGAP1 & Epilepsy
Why Getting a Genetic Diagnosis Matters
How to Get Free Genetic Testing
Special Needs Trusts
Connect with SRF (@curesyngap1):
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
TikTok
SYNGAP10 Weekly Video Podcast w/ Mike
SynGAP Research Fund Apple Podcast Channel
Wednesday SRF Family Zoom Meeting:
Syngap.Fund/SRFfam Meeting ID - 972 0059 2178 Passcode - 848417
Comments: ed@curesyngap1.org
Music: In the Forest... by Lesfm from Pixabay
Episode 023 SYNGAP1 Stories, November 28, 2023
#SYNGAP1StoriesAshley #Syngap #SYNGAP1 #SYNGAP1Stories #SYNGAP1StoriesEp23 #Nathan #Epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #Autism #AutismAwareness #IntellectualDisability #ID #Anxiety #Behavior #RareDisease #RareDiseaseResearch #SynGAPResearchFund #CareAboutRare #Advocacy #PatientAdvocacy #Neurology #GeneticTesting #Therapy #Family #Water #SyngapConf #Advice #RareAdvice #SRFGivingTuesday #GivingTuesday
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