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Navigating Housing Decisions for Kids With Disabilities with Rachel Forrester | Ep. 122
Description
In this episode, Rachel Forrester, an Idaho real estate broker and founder of the support group Idaho Autism Moms, shares her expertise in assisting families with special needs children in finding suitable homes in and around Boise, Idaho.
She discusses various considerations when buying a house, such as proximity to therapy services, neighborhood safety, and the importance of functional spaces like sensory rooms.
Rachel also addresses the challenges of moving with special needs children and offers strategies to make the process as smooth as possible, including the usefulness of video walkthroughs and conducting thorough neighborhood research.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:18 Rachel's Involvement in the Neurodivergent Community
01:11 Housing Needs for Families with Special Needs
02:30 Considerations for Home Features and Safety
07:25 Importance of Proximity to Resources
13:05 Navigating Neighborhood Safety and Community
19:21 Rachel's Free Guide and Final Thoughts
21:00 Conclusion and Highlights
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