Accessibility Is Home podcast

Jul 25 2024 31 ep. 34 mins 3
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Welcome to AI Home podcast, the first exclusive podcast on real estate resources and independent living strategies for the disability community. Why? Because Accessibility Is Home. Brought to you by Angela Fox, blogger, and author of “My blue front door”. Ms. Fox will be interviewing Realtors and home improvement contractors who are both disability friendly and others who may have a lot more to learn. Ms. Fox will also provide takeaways for anyone wanting to be a homeowner with a disability. 

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Send us a textUnlock the secrets to transformative nonprofit fundraising with our special guest, Cami Baker, on Accessibility is Home Podcast. Imagine the potential of real estate donations to revolutionize the way nonprofits, including those dedicated to the disability community, receive financial support. Cami shares valuable insights on how property owners can enjoy significant

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Advancing Access & Equity: Challenging Employment Barriers through housing.

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