Episode Title: "Where There's Water, I Will Wait: Drowning Prevention for Children with Special Needs"

In this episode of Navigating Neva, Nicole and Wesley welcome special guest Dana Harvey, a seasoned swim instructor with over 37 years of experience. Dana shares her groundbreaking water safety program, "Where There's Water, I Will Wait," designed to protect children—especially those with special needs—from drowning. Using engaging characters like the "waiting whales," Dana has taught thousands of families how to build water safety habits through patience and understanding.

Listeners will discover:

How Dana's program uses waiting mats and visual cues to teach children about water safety.
The importance of water safety beyond swim lessons, especially for children on the autism spectrum.
Insights from Dana’s research across 750 schools, where she identified critical gaps in water safety education.
Practical tips for parents and educators to make water safety a consistent habit in any environment.

Join us for this eye-opening conversation about making water safety accessible, inclusive, and life-saving for all.

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