Exploring Accessible Adventures with Kristy Cook

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Paddle Like a Girl

Tori Baird

15 episodes

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Join host Tori Baird, founder of Paddle Like a Girl, as she sits down with inspiring, influential, and downright badass women and folks who are breaking barriers and leading the way in the outdoors. From adventurers to entrepreneurs, each episode dives into their journeys, challenges, and triumphs, offering insight, inspiration, and practical advice for anyone looking to embrace the great outdoors. Tori also shares her own experiences—lessons learned from the backcountry and from being a mom and entrepreneur.

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Exploring Accessible Adventures with Kristy Cook

Paddle Like a Girl

1 hour 20 minutes 17 seconds

8 months ago

Exploring Accessible Adventures with Kristy Cook

Find Kristy Here:

www.instagram.com/accessible.adventures

www.accessibleadventures.net

In this episode of Paddle Like a Girl, Tori Baird speaks with Kristy Cook, founder of Accessible Adventures, about her journey as a mother of a child with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. Kristy shares insights on navigating medical care, the importance of outdoor adventures, and how they have transformed her family's life. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of raising a child with special needs, the significance of community support, and the joy of exploring accessible travel options. Kristy emphasizes the healing power of nature and the need for families to embrace adventure, regardless of physical limitations. In this conversation, Tori Baird and Kristy Cook discuss the complexities of parenting children with special needs, focusing on family dynamics, emotional challenges, and the importance of community support. They share personal experiences regarding family planning, sibling relationships, and the emotional weight of caregiving. Kristy offers practical tips for accessible travel and emphasizes the need for advocacy in creating inclusive environments. The discussion also touches on future plans for accessible adventures and the importance of sharing resources within the community.

00:00 Introduction to Christy Cook and Accessible Adventures

01:44 Understanding Robbie's Diagnosis and Journey

07:49 Navigating Medical Care and Insurance Challenges

11:02 Seizure Management and Quality of Life

14:55 Balancing Caregiving and Family Dynamics

18:31 The Impact of Outdoor Adventures on Happiness

22:40 The RV Adventure Begins

25:41 Creating Accessible Adventures

28:32 Building a Community for Families

30:25 Therapy on the Road

36:04 The Importance of Nature and Adventure

39:00 Exploring National Parks Together

40:17 Navigating Family Decisions After a Diagnosis

43:24 The Impact of Sibling Relationships on Caregiving

46:48 Emotional Challenges and Support for Siblings

48:28 Accessible Travel Tips for Families

55:22 Empowering Women in Outdoor Communities

56:33 Future Goals for Accessible Adventures

01:02:12 Creating Inclusive Spaces for All

01:03:31 The Importance of Resource Sharing

01:05:50 Navigating Accessibility Challenges

01:08:04 Financial Planning for Disability Needs

01:10:11 Embracing Adventure While Preparing for the Future

01:13:10 Connecting with the Community

01:14:17 Rapid Fire Fun Questions