Podcast Launch: Embracing Inclusion and Overcoming Challenges with Charlotte and Her Family

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Cerebral Palsy, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Science and the Power of Sharing Our Stories

2026-10-1353:37

In this episode of So Let’s Be Friends, the Merrills and Dr. Sveta Silverman were honored to be invited to be interviewed by Maria on another show for a meaningful conversation about cerebral palsy, mitochondrial dysfunction, science and the experiences of families navigating complex medical journeys. They invited Harrison, Charlotte’s little brother, to join the conversation and share his perspective. His voice is an important reminder that behind every diagnosis is a real person wit...

Supporting those with Disabilities in Church; There Is Room for You

2026-10-0127:31

In Episode 34 of So Let’s Be Friends, Charlotte shares a special conversation recorded from a Primary leadership training about what inclusion can look like for children with disabilities in the Church. Anna shares lessons learned from more than 20 years of raising children with disabilities, along with real experiences from Primary, FSY, supporting the community and Church life. She talks about looking beyond a diagnosis, recognizing barriers, asking instead of assuming, adapting when neede...

More Than Roommates: Friendship, Inclusion, and Living Life Together

2026-09-1241:11

In this special episode of So Let’s Be Friends, Charlotte invites her roommates, Sam and Noelia, into the conversation to talk about what inclusion really looks like inside their home. They share what it is like for people of different abilities to live together, work together, become friends, solve problems, and learn from one another. This conversation goes beyond the idea of inclusion and into everyday life — sharing responsibilities, creating routines, giving everyone a voice, having fu...

Part 2 ~“Building a Life of Their Own: Independence, Support, and Inclusion"

2026-08-3031:37

In Part 2 of So Let’s Be Friends, Charlotte continues her conversation with John and Rachel Arnado about building a life together with disabilities. They talk about their home, independence, caregiving, navigating support systems, and the importance of having people who believe in you. John and Rachel share the challenges they have faced, but also the success they have found by continuing to work through those challenges together. Their story reminds us that people with disabilities deserve...

Part 1 ~ “Together Through It All: Love, Marriage, and Life with Disabilities”

2026-08-1623:30

In this heartfelt episode of So Let’s Be Friends, Charlotte sits down with John and Rachel Arnado, a married couple who share what it means to build a life together with disabilities. John shares his story of experiencing a traumatic brain injury as a teenager and living with seizures and memory loss. Rachel shares what it has been like to build a marriage while navigating their own challenges and supporting one another. Through their honest conversation, they talk about love, perseverance, m...

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Podcast Launch: Embracing Inclusion and Overcoming Challenges with Charlotte and Her Family