244 – Joel Liestman of Maple Grove, MN A Professional Actor Reflects On Raising a Son With William Syndrome

Our guest this week is Joel Liestman of Maple Grove, MN who has been a professional actor for more than 25 years, a father to a son with William Syndrome and outspoken advocate for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Joel and wife, Jennifer, have been married for 23 years and are the proud parents of Bennett (11) who has Williams Syndrome, a genetic condition present at birth and is characterized by medical problems, including cardiovascular disease, developmental delays, and learning challenges.

Joel reflects on the importance of organizations like Parent 2 Parent and the William Syndrome Association have played in Bennett’s life and that of his family.

That’s all on this episode of the SFN Dad To Dad Podcast.

Show Links –
Email – joel@familyvoicesmn.org
Website – https://www.joelliestman.com
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelliestman/
William Syndrome Association – https://williams-syndrome.org/
Partnership Resources – https://www.partnershipresources.org/
Parent 2 Parent USA – https://www.p2pusa.org/