the DirectLine OADSP

On this episode ofthe DirectLine,host David Roustio chats with Belinda and Chip, two Ohioans connected to Fairhaven Industries in Trumbull County. Eavesdrop to learn about their colorful lives, from the fairways to the fair catches! If you have a question, comment, or would like to be a guest on the DirectLine, reach out to David atpodcast@oadsp.org.These segments were recorded March 2024.

On this episode ofthe DirectLine,host David Roustio chats with two Direct Support Professionals from Portage Industries, Ashley and Donna. Listen to find out about their family life, the "big-money positions" for individuals working at the facility (and who stands out, and who's the rowdiest!), and where their happy places are. If you have a question, comment, or would like to be a guest on the DirectLine, reach out to David atpodcast@oadsp.org.These segments were recorded April 2024.

On this episode ofthe DirectLine,host David Roustio chats with three people who each talk about what they love - from Reba, to the family dog, to basketball shoes. All three are supported by and/or work for Fairhaven Industries, Inc., in northeastern Ohio. Listen to learn what else they have in common. If you have a question, comment, or would like to be a guest on the DirectLine, reach out to David atpodcast@oadsp.org.These segments were recorded March 2024.

On this episode ofthe DirectLine,host David Roustio chats with three extraordinary individuals whose talents range from movie collecting, tractor-pull spectatorship, silly jokes, and everything in between. All three are connected to Portage Industries, Inc., in Ravenna, Ohio, as individuals supported and/or employed by that organization. Listen to learn about their Special Olympics experiences, favorite ballpark foods, and a top challenge for folks with visual impairments. If you have a question, comment, or would like to be a guest onthe DirectLine, reach out to David atpodcast@oadsp.org.

On this episode ofthe DirectLine,host David Roustio chats with three women who represent three distinct professional tracks within the I/DD field - plus, they're connected to professional welders, aviation mechanics, vet techs, nursing, and more. Listen to hear about their experiences, including insights on the scarcity of menorahs in Ravenna, and adventures at the Grand Ole Opry! If you have a question, comment, or would like to be a guest on the DirectLine, reach out to David atpodcast@oadsp.org.IOPCIis an OADSPABC Booster and you can be one, too!Click hereto learn more about being an organizational Booster, orhere to boost individually.These segments were recorded December 2023.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/zoo/clarity License code: 9GDZ9IUTJDAAPJBH

On this episode ofthe DirectLine,host David Roustio speaks first with Belinda Bockrath and Judi Martin, and in the second half, with Jane Huber and Beth Barr. All four are employed with Capabilities, Inc., in St. Marys, Ohio. Spend some time with these leaders of the pack (vroom! vroom!) while they tell stories of memorable individuals, outstanding staff members, and adventures in eastern Indiana. If you have a question, comment, or would like to be a guest on the DirectLine, reach out to David atpodcast@oadsp.org.These segments were recorded February 2024.