Marianne interviews speech and language pathologist and AAC specialist, Kim Ho

Disability Talk with Marianne: An Interview with Kim Ho on her experience Working with People with Disabilities

In episode one of 'Disability Talk with Marianne', host Marianne Mahoney interviews Kim Ho about her perspective and experiences in working with people with special needs. Throughout their conversation, they discuss Kim’s work as a speech-language pathologist specializing in AAC devices, her early start as a counselor at Camp Jabberwocky, the challenges and rewards of her work, and the importance of patience and understanding in interacting with people with disabilities. The discussion concludes with Kim sharing her aspiration to continue working in this field for her whole life, given that it brings her immense happiness and satisfaction. This episode provides insight into the world of individuals working with people with disabilities and fosters an empathetic understanding of their day-to-day experiences and challenges.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:38 Getting to Know Kim Ho
01:39 Kim's Journey into Speech Pathology
02:26 Kim's Experience with Disabilities
04:56 Kim's Professional Journey
05:49 Kim's Passion for Her Work
06:43 The Impact of Camp Jabberwocky
09:33 Kim's Personal Connection to Disabilities
10:21 Kim's Perspective on Working with Special Needs
12:30 Challenges and Disparities in the Field
14:00 The Personal Impact of Working with Special Needs
15:01 Understanding the Impact of Working with People with Disabilities
15:47 Personal Experiences and Challenges in Working with the Disabled
17:05 The Struggles of Wheelchair Users
18:00 The Importance of Accessibility and Consideration
21:26 The Art of Patience in Assisting People with Disabilities
23:01 Navigating the Fine Line Between Helping and Overstepping
25:23 The Challenges of Communicating with Non-Verbal Individuals
26:10 The Lifelong Commitment to Working with People with Disabilities
26:33 Appreciation and Closing Remarks