Our mission is to convey the love of Christ to every special needs family by empowering, equipping, and encouraging them with compassion and resources. Our vision is to create a safe haven for families to come and know they are not alone on this special needs journey. Hosted weekly by Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua, two sister in laws who both are moms of children with special needs. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/empower3-nonprofit/support
In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua have the honor to chat with their special guest Mariah Holmes with ATX Recipes and she has a sweet surprise for our families. We hope this episode blesses you.
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Mariah Holmes Contact: Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @atxrecipes @mariahholmes
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua chat about their first year anniversary as Empower3 Founders and the Care Package Fundraiser. We hope this episode blesses you.
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua chat with Tina Beauvais. Tina shares her heart, and her daughter, Noel's story, their Be Kind Live Kind shop, and upcoming Nonprofit.We hope this episode blesses you.
Follow Tina on Instagram: @tinab_disabilityinclusioned Be Kind Live Kind shop: @bekindlivekind.merch
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share their hearts and life stories about disability inclusion. They candidly discuss their family's experiences with this and some ways to include others. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com. Any questions for us please feel free to connect with us. Prayer request email: E3pray@gmail.com
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua chat with Reilly Cate Ferguson. Reilly shares her heart, story, and her nonprofit - The Trium Tribe. A faith based nonprofit located in Tennessee that empowers families who have adopted a child with down syndrome through welcome home baskets.
We hope this episode blesses you.
Follow Reilly and The Trium Tribe on Instagram: @thetriumtribe
Reilly makes digital portraits to support The Trium Tribe. If you would like her to make one for you, send her a message on Instagram!
She also has a book, "21 Things I've Learned From Down Syndrome", see her Instagram bio on how to purchase.
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Mentioned: https://www.ndsan.org/ , https://reecesrainbow.org/ , March 21 - World Down Syndrome Day! WDSD
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua open up about the Winterstorm in Texas they just experienced as Moms and as special needs families. There were so many challenges and they share how they overcame them.
Welcome back to Season 2! We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua discuss updates on personal life and Empower3. Welcome back and join us for Season 2! We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua discuss their personal life experiences and ways they have each gotten through hard days. As mothers, wives, caregivers, and much more they explore tips to push forward. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com. Any questions for us please feel free to connect with us. Prayer request email: E3pray@gmail.com Scripture about full armour of God: Ephesians 6:11-18.
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua discuss the IEP Process through the experiences they’ve had with their own children. The Individual Education Program is available to help meet our children’s needs during their education years. They share the ups and downs of preparing and following through. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share personal experiences about meeting their spouses needs even when they’re having hard days. With years of experience as wives, you’ll hear how much they too still face challenges but overall make the best of it. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
Resources shared: Learn your Love Language https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/
Book: The Power of a Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share personal experiences about meeting their own needs on good days and hard days. They even through in a fun a little question to ask yourself! We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share personal experiences about meeting their children’s needs and you’ll want to take some notes on these sweet little nuggets of experience. Like anything in life, we grow and get stronger through trial and error. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share their unique and personal experiences with their precious daughter’s about Social acceptance and embracing people with disabilities and breaking stereotypes. They’re on their way to change the way the world views all disabilities. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua have a casual chat as they love to do and bring up ways they’ve learned to discipline their daughters which can be very challenging when your child is nonverbal. They’ve come a long way but still learn with trial and error. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
Resource mentioned in this episode: Love and Logic Parenting https://www.loveandlogic.com/pages/love-and-logic-parenting
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua have a very personal discussion about the importance of mental health during this pandemic. So many personal experiences are shared and so are resources. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
Resources mentioned in this episode: NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) www.nami.org
To search for therapist and psychiatrist www.psychologytoday.com
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua have a discussion about the start of a new school year during a pandemic and what it took to get started. They also share tips that are working for their daughters and how they are adjusting. Remember we’re all in this together. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua have a discussion about how they are teaching their children about God. It’s so important during these unprecedented times to lean in on God and have a solid foundation in God. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
Resources shared on today’s episode: The Bible App - You Version Books: “The Power of a Praying Parent” authored by Stormie Omartian “The Spiritual Art of Raising Children with Disabilities” authored by Kathleen Deyer Bolduc
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share their own practical experiences on how to find respite. Listen to hear of different ways to find respite during a pandemic. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: Send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com.
Resources shared on today’s episode: www.211texas.org or call 2-1-1 www.easterseals.com Song: “My Lighthouse” by Rend Collective Empower3 resource guide at www.empower3.org
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share their own personal experiences about how they’ve been neglected compassion and shown compassion and also practical ways to be the compassionate person this world needs. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: For any prayer request, please send through a direct message on social media or email E3pray@gmail.com
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share ways to combat burnout as a special needs Mom. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: For any prayer requests, send them through direct message on social media, or email at E3pray@gmail.com
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share with you how they are navigating life and finding emotional support during this pandemic. We hope this episode blesses you. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: For any prayer requests, send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share with you about the joys in special needs parenting. They’ve evolved so much since the beginning and will help you embrace your beautiful journey in life with your loved ones. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: For any prayer requests, send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share with you about what it was like for them during the early years as special needs Moms. They’ve evolved so much since the beginning. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: For any prayer requests, send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share with you the different ways they seek their source of strength. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: For any prayer requests, send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com
Apps mentioned in this episode: The Bible App, Blue Letter Bible App
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua speak from their hearts about Black Lives Matter Movement. Follow us at www.empower3.org Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: For any prayer requests, send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com
https://hechingerreport.org/new-studies-challenge-the-claim-that-black-students-are-sent-to-special-ed-too-much/
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In this episode, hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua dive into the deep topic of anxiety and share personal experiences. As well as share hope and prayers for other moms. Follow us at www.empower3.org, Instagram: @empowerthree, Facebook:/empowerthree. Recommendations: For any prayer requests, send them here through a message, direct message on social media, or through email at empowerthree@gmail.com
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On this week's episode, Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua get vulnerable and discuss their preferred self care activities for themselves, their husbands, and their families. As well as share strategies for your family and a special prayer! Follow us at www.empower3.org, Instagram: @empowerthree, and Facebook: /empowerthree. Resources mentioned: Family Time: 50 Conversation Starters (Conversation Card ... https://www.amazon.com/dp/1452164886/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_mflXEbHK8NQHC , ECI(Early Childhood Intervention) https://hhs.texas.gov/services/disability/early-childhood-intervention-services, Easterseals Central Texas: https://www.easterseals.com/centraltx/
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Hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua discuss how their daughters enjoy and engage in self care. And they provide strategies and suggestions to help your family get self care in for your children! Follow us at www.empower3.org, Instagram: @empowerthree, and Facebook: /empowerthree.
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Hosts Minerva Adame and Francisca Orzua share from their hearts about how their families are surviving and thriving during this quarantine. They share tips, resources, and strategies to empower special needs families during this time. Follow Empower3 Nonprofit on Facebook, Instagram, and www.empower3.org. Resources mentioned: Butt workout app, 7m women app, visual schedule https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Visual-Schedules-for-School-Home-FREEBIE-2444399
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Hear from the hosts of Empower3 podcast. As they introduce themselves, the nonprofit, and how Empower3 nonprofit will serve special needs families. Follow Empower3 Nonprofit on Facebook and Instagram. Resources mentioned: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/
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