Raising Disabled

Deonna Wade and Rhandyl Vinyard
  • 4.9 (71)
  • Parenting
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If you are a parent of a disabled child or have wondered what it's actually like and want to make sure EVERYBODY BELONGS, you're in the right place.Please subscribe to Raising Disabled to have some fun with us as we discuss the extreme highs and lows that we and our guests have experienced raising a disabled child or living with a disability.   Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast.Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcastFacebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

  1. 1d ago

    Avoiding Glass Child Syndrome with Deanna Dawson, LPC

    Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled, we are talking about how to avoid "glass child syndrome" with Deanna Dawson LPC.   Deanna is co-owner of The Springs Therapy in Lubbock, Texas and is a parent of her disabled daughter Joy.  You can learn more about her family in our episode Deanna Raising Joy. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

    1h 18m

  2. May 29

    Vernon Jackson - The Purpose Driven Barber

    Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talked to Vernon Jackson about cutting disabled children's hair, his viral haircut videos, and why he has decided to make this into a ministry for the disabled community.  To learn more about how to donate a haircut to a child, visit Vernon's website at giftedevent.com and follow him on Instagram and TikTok too! Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

    55 min

  3. May 15

    Raising Disabled Voices - Dr. Tye Martin

    Text Us! In this episode, we talk to Dr. Tye Martin about his life with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, his academic career, and what it's like living with a disability. You can follow Tye on Instagram @dr.tyedmartin or subscribe to his podcast The TYEPOD HERE. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

    1h 16m

  4. May 1

    High Low Buffalo - May 2026

    Text Us! In this episode, Deonna and Rhandyl share the high, low, and buffalo (random thing that happened) from spring break, Easter, and the past few weeks.  Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

    37 min

  5. Apr 17

    Stacy Raising Addy

    Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talked to Stacy Faulkner about raising her daughter Addy with Cerebral Palsy and their adoption journey.   You can learn more about Stacy by following their story on Facebook. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

    1h 8m

  6. Apr 3

    Dumb Things People Say - God Never Gives You More Than You Can Handle with guest Chad Bird

    Text Us! In this episode of Dumb Things People Say we talk about the popular phrase “God never gives you more than you can handle” with our special guest Chad Bird. Chad is a Scholar in Residence at 1517, where he brings his deep knowledge of Scripture and theology to readers, listeners, and audiences around the world.  You can learn more about Chad by following him on Instagram at @chadlbird or listen to his podcast HERE. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

    56 min

  7. Mar 20

    Raising Disabled Voices - Logan Knowles

    Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled, Deonna and Rhandyl raise the voice of Logan Knowles.  Logan opens up about his birth story and Cerebral Palsy diagnosis.  He shares the challenges of learning to walk as a child and reaching independence by age eleven.  He tells us about how sports—especially skiing—transformed his life and confidence while living with cerebral palsy.  Logan also talks about his experience training for and completing the NYC Marathon and his passion for speaking and nonprofit work to inspire others. You can learn more about Logan by visiting his website https://loganknowles.fit and on Instagram @logan_knowles14. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

    45 min

  8. Mar 6

    High Low Buffalo - March 2026

    Text Us! In this episode, Deonna and Rhandyl share the high, low, and buffalo (random thing that happened) from the first few months of the year.   Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

    30 min
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If you are a parent of a disabled child or have wondered what it's actually like and want to make sure EVERYBODY BELONGS, you're in the right place.Please subscribe to Raising Disabled to have some fun with us as we discuss the extreme highs and lows that we and our guests have experienced raising a disabled child or living with a disability.   Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast.Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcastFacebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Information

  • Creator
    Deonna Wade and Rhandyl Vinyard
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Raising Disabled
  • Show Website
    Raising Disabled

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