A Special Kind of Chaos

Special Kind Of Chaos
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A Podcast about all things Special Needs. Connecting special needs families to each other through our personal stories, while shedding light on some of the unique, inspiring, sometimes challenging and often CHAOTIC struggles that our special needs community sometimes faces.

  1. S3 E8 Debbi Davis ~ Special Care Services

    FEB 12

    S3 E8 Debbi Davis ~ Special Care Services

    In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Debbi Davis, founder of Special Care Services and candidly discuss how she is building a better world sharing her medical expertise, innovative programs, and never taking no for an answer. Debbi shares her story about how one act of love grew into a comprehensive organization serving families throughout Solano County and beyond. Debbi Davis is the founder, owner, and president of Special Care Services, a specialized agency serving individuals with developmental disabilities and special needs in Solano County and beyond. With a background as a NICU and pediatric nurse at UCSF and North Bay for many years, Debbi brings decades of medical expertise to her work. She founded Special Care Services in 2016 to provide 24/7 supported living services for her nephew DeAngelo, a medically fragile foster child who aged out of the system at 18. What started as a mission to serve one has grown into a comprehensive agency offering: Enhanced Supported Living Services for medically fragile adults (24/7 care)Intensive Behavioral Programcombining ABA therapy with personal assistant services for flexible, child-centered supportInfant Development Services for children 0-3 with developmental delaysTraining and consultation for agencies, emergency rooms, and organizations on inclusion and autism sensitivityDebbi's passion for pediatric care was inspired by her late father, a pioneer in pediatric cardiology who "fixed baby's broken hearts." She continues his legacy by creating innovative, family-centered programs that fill critical gaps in the service system. Debbi is also the co-founder of Special Care Angels, a nonprofit that funds services for families who can't access them through traditional means. WEBSITE: https://www.specialcareservices.org/https://www.specialcareservices.org/ddncregister Flutie 5k Walk/Run/Roll: https://secure.qgiv.com/.../2026flutie5k.../event/vacaville/ Our listeners use code ANGELSPOD to get $5 off CONNECT WITH US!! LEAVE US A COMMENT ~ We love connecting with you! WEB: www.specialkindofchaos.com IG: @specialkindofchaos.pod FB: @SpecialKindOfChaosPOD TikTok: @specialkindofchaos Through sharing our candid experiences we hope to bring awareness, share resources and services while ultimately lifting each other up as we navigate our special needs journey together.

    47 min
  2. S3 E8 Betsy Hicks ~ From Chaos to Clarity

    JAN 28

    S3 E8 Betsy Hicks ~ From Chaos to Clarity

    In this powerful episode, we sit down with Betsy Hicks, a special needs mom with over 32 years of experience raising her son Joey, who has autism. Betsy shares her incredible journey from feeling defeated to becoming a passionate advocate and entrepreneur who creates real-world solutions for families like ours. We discuss so many incredible topics: The Spelling Breakthrough - How Joey learned to communicate at age 30 through Spelling to Communicate, revealing he'd understood everything all along—and now writes poetryDiet & Behavior Connection - How removing dairy and gluten transformed Joey's severe behaviors and why the gut-brain connection matters https://stan.store/BetsyOnTheGoThe Be Kind Vest - The story behind Betsy's viral safety vest that stops public confrontations and the controversy around labeling https://www.etsy.com/shop/autismodyssey/?etsrc=sdtCreative Housing Solutions - How Joey now lives independently in his own apartment with a caregiver through Section 8 housing (and why this is a game-changer for families) https://partners4housing.com/Connect with Betsy Here: https://stan.store/BetsyOnTheGo CONNECT WITH US!! LEAVE US A COMMENT ~ We love connecting with you! WEB: www.specialkindofchaos.com IG: @specialkindofchaos.pod FB: @SpecialKindOfChaosPOD  TikTok: @specialkindofchaos Through sharing our candid experiences we hope to bring awareness, share resources and services while ultimately lifting each other up as we navigate our special needs journey together.

    1h 3m
  3. S3 E7 Dr. JMF ~ From Trauma to Triumph and how it pertains to Special Needs Parents

    JAN 22

    S3 E7 Dr. JMF ~ From Trauma to Triumph and how it pertains to Special Needs Parents

    Join us for a powerful conversation with Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn (Dr. JMF), an expert in post-traumatic growth and meta-rehabilitation. After surviving a near-death drowning accident that left her with traumatic brain injury, Dr. Flynn dedicated her life to understanding how people not only survive catastrophic events but actually thrive because of them. In this deeply personal episode, we explore: The unique trauma of special needs parenting and its similarities to combat PTSDWhat meta-rehabilitation is and how it differs from traditional recoveryThe science behind resilience, including how our choices affect us at a cellular and genetic levelPractical strategies for parents living in constant "fight or flight" modeWhy asking for help and finding purpose are essential to growthHow awareness of your own greatness can transform your journeyDr. Flynn reminds us: "Growth and grief can live together" and self-care isn't optional—"it's a requirement of your rank." Dr. Joyce Mikal-Flynn holds degrees from USF, UC Davis, and CSU Sacramento. She's a published author, professor, and creator of the meta-rehabilitation framework. Her books include "Anatomy of a Survivor" and "Transforming Life Crisis." Find our more about Dr. JMF by visiting: https://www.metahab.com/CONNECT WITH US!! LEAVE US A COMMENT ~ We love connecting with you! WEB: www.specialkindofchaos.com IG: @specialkindofchaos.pod FB: @SpecialKindOfChaosPOD  TikTok: @specialkindofchaos Through sharing our candid experiences we hope to bring awareness, share resources and services while ultimately lifting each other up as we navigate our special needs journey together.

    1h 2m
  4. S3 E6 Hassan ~ Let's Talk Discuss Human Trafficking

    JAN 14

    S3 E6 Hassan ~ Let's Talk Discuss Human Trafficking

    We had the privilege of speaking with Hassan, the founder of Nature of Sound, a non profit with the mission to harnessing creative innovation and social entrepreneurship for social change. As a community leader and survivor, Hassan empowers volunteers, artists, engineers and other survivors to tackle critical issues through innovative projects. Gaming....YouTube....Social Media.....In this episode he dives into the risks that our special needs children and disabled adults are faced with everyday through the use of technology and he provides ways to offer protection. In today's digital age, gaming is more than just a pastime, it's a vibrant community that connects millions worldwide. At Nature of Sound, they recognize the importance of supporting local gaming ecosystems and has created the Safehaven Gaming Program. This program is aimed at joining forces with the community and businesses to better educate and protect our vulnerable community. He also has launched the Solano Anti-Trafficking to help address the epidemic of human trafficking in our community. The primary mission is to spread awareness to our community, specifically the youth, on ways we can fight back against the tide of human trafficking. If you would like to know more or to become involved visit www.natureofsound.org LinkTr.ee/NatureofSound CONNECT WITH US!! LEAVE US A COMMENT ~ We love connecting with you! WEB: www.specialkindofchaos.com IG: @specialkindofchaos.pod FB: @SpecialKindOfChaosPOD  TikTok: @specialkindofchaos Through sharing our candid experiences we hope to bring awareness, share resources and services while ultimately lifting each other up as we navigate our special needs journey together.

    1h 1m
  5. S3 E5 Dawn ~ Special Care Angels

    JAN 8

    S3 E5 Dawn ~ Special Care Angels

    Today's episode we are joined by Dawn with Special Care Angels. She shares about their mission supporting our most vulnerable communities, such as children and adults with disabilities, complex medical conditions, mental health issues,disparities in social and economic factors and social determinants of health.  The Mission is broad in order to be inclusive of other vulnerable populations and individuals that need assistance to live their best lives. Her heart and passion shines through, as she shares her story about joining forces with Angel and Debbi to form the organization. She shares about their need to raise funds in order to continue to fill the gaps. Check out the links below if you would like to become involved. How to get Involved: Website: www.specialcareangels.org Calendar Fundraiser Email: Boardofdirectors@specialcareangels.org Flutie 5k Walk/Run/Roll: https://secure.qgiv.com/.../2026flutie5k.../event/vacaville/ Our listeners use code ANGELSPOD to get $5 off CONNECT WITH US!! LEAVE US A COMMENT ~ We love connecting with you! WEB: www.specialkindofchaos.com IG: @specialkindofchaos.pod FB: @SpecialKindOfChaosPOD TikTok: @specialkindofchaos Through sharing our candid experiences we hope to bring awareness, share resources and services while ultimately lifting each other up as we navigate our special needs journey together.

    37 min
  6. S3 E4 Teri ~ Severe Autism Parent Part 2

    12/08/2025

    S3 E4 Teri ~ Severe Autism Parent Part 2

    This is part 2 of Teri's interview. Teri is the mother of a severely autistic teenage son. She openly and honestly shares her vulnerability while speaking about her life as a special needs mother. Please listen with love, compassion and kindness. She is a beautiful warrior mother fighting everyday for her son as they journey thought this life together. There are families faced with struggles that most people can't even begin to understand. It is a struggle for just the basic needs to maintain life. Not even a qualify of life, just the basic needs to be alive. Families don't often speak about this struggle because they fear judgment from others. They are exhausted, alone and most of the time barely making it day to day. Their experiences are real. Their experiences are hard and no one should be aloud to try to silence them. Approximately one-quarter of U.S. children with autism are considered to have severe or "profound" autism. Profound autism refers to a subset of individuals with autism spectrum disorder who have significant intellectual and/or communication challenges, requiring lifelong 24-hour supervision and support for daily living activities. Key criteria typically include an IQ below 50, minimal or no verbal language, and an inability to perform most basic daily tasks without assistance, with these needs being consistent across different settings. The term aims to identify those with the most intensive support needs to promote targeted research and services.  CONNECT WITH US!! LEAVE US A COMMENT ~ We love connecting with you! WEB: www.specialkindofchaos.com IG: @specialkindofchaos.pod FB: @SpecialKindOfChaosPOD TikTok: @specialkindofchaos Through sharing our candid experiences we hope to bring awareness, share resources and services while ultimately lifting each other up as we navigate our special needs journey together.

    51 min
  7. S3 E3 Teri ~ Severe Autism Part 1

    11/17/2025

    S3 E3 Teri ~ Severe Autism Part 1

    In this 2 part series Teri, the mother of a severely autistic teenage son, shares her story. She is honest and candid about her journey. Please listen with love, compassion and kindness. She is a beautiful warrior mother fighting everyday for her son as they journey thought this life together. There are families faced with struggles that most people can't even begin to understand. It is a struggle for just the basic needs to maintain life. Not even a qualify of life, just the basic needs to be alive. Families don't often speak about this struggle because they fear judgment from others. They are exhausted, alone and most of the time barely making it day to day. Their experiences are real. Their experiences are hard and no one should be aloud to try to silence them. Approximately one-quarter of U.S. children with autism are considered to have severe or "profound" autism. Profound autism refers to a subset of individuals with autism spectrum disorder who have significant intellectual and/or communication challenges, requiring lifelong 24-hour supervision and support for daily living activities. Key criteria typically include an IQ below 50, minimal or no verbal language, and an inability to perform most basic daily tasks without assistance, with these needs being consistent across different settings. The term aims to identify those with the most intensive support needs to promote targeted research and services. CONNECT WITH US!! LEAVE US A COMMENT ~ We love connecting with you! WEB: www.specialkindofchaos.com IG: @specialkindofchaos.pod FB: @SpecialKindOfChaosPOD TikTok: @specialkindofchaos Through sharing our candid experiences we hope to bring awareness, share resources and services while ultimately lifting each other up as we navigate our special needs journey together.

    41 min
  8. S3 E2 Dr. Amber Busay ~ BCBA & Educational Advocate

    10/07/2025

    S3 E2 Dr. Amber Busay ~ BCBA & Educational Advocate

    In March of 2024 at the end of season 2, we had the honor of speaking with Dr. Amber Busay, but due to technical difficulties didn't get to release her episode. We are very excited to finally get to share this wonderful and candid conversation we had with her. She is absolutely and incredible person who finds such passion and joy working our special needs community. As you will hear in her episode, she has a special way of bringing people together and finding the supports each of our children need to be successful and overcoming barriers. She has worked in the field of special education for over 15 years. She began her journey as a paraprofessional in a non-public school setting. After realizing her dream was to continue to work with children with special needs, she went back and obtained her Master's of Art in Special Education with an emphasis in Autism.  She then pursued additional schooling and received her BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst), where she continued to work in the non-public setting as a behavior analyst, mainly working with students with severe inappropriate behaviors under varying eligibility categories.  Dr. Amber Busay then moved to the school district setting as a behavior intervention specialist in Travis Unified School District, where she completed her doctorate degree in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Special Education. Here is how you can reach Dr. Amber Busay: Website: www.abbehaviorconsulting.com Email: abusay@abbehaviorconsulting.com Phone: 707-903-0511 LEAVE US A COMMENT ~ We love connecting with you! WEB: www.specialkindofchaos.com IG: specialkindofchaos.pod FB: SpecialKindOfChaosPOD TikTok: @specialkindofchaos Through sharing our candid experiences we hope to bring awareness, share resources and services while ultimately lifting each other up as we navigate our special needs journey together.

    46 min
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A Podcast about all things Special Needs. Connecting special needs families to each other through our personal stories, while shedding light on some of the unique, inspiring, sometimes challenging and often CHAOTIC struggles that our special needs community sometimes faces.

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  • Creator
    Special Kind Of Chaos
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Special Kind Of Chaos
  • Show Website
    A Special Kind of Chaos