Volunteers of America Western Washington working to meet people right where they are.Joining me is Steve Corsi, Psy.D. – President/CEO, Suzan Sturholm- Board Chair and Jessica Moore- Director of Development. Like all non profits VOA WW also had to pivot with their fundraiser this year, as well as serve more community members than usual. They talk about the services VOA provide including feeding the hungry, helping the homeless and their 211 community resource help line. www.voaww.org See Privacy...
Feb 04, 2021•27 min
Jenna Berry with Catalyst Mentoring talks about the impact of mentoring, shares stories about kids who have done better due to mentoring and shares the podcast where she gives tips and tricks to the mentors to help them stay engaged with their student, especially during covid. Jenna says if you are looking to start a mentoring program in your community you can contact her at https://www.catalystmentoring.org/school-of-mentoring See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...
Jan 30, 2021•29 min
Julie Allen is the founder of the Mary Rose Foundation. Their motto is inspiring hope for a world without eating disorders. By investing in the lives of youth through scholarships to pay for eating disorder treatment and education to promote mental health. https://maryrosefoundation.org/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jan 29, 2021•26 min
Movement Ministries with Hampton Conway III is to help men who are victims of domestic violence. When Hampton realized he was at the end of his rope and only saw two choices, hurt himself or hurt his partner, he found a way to get out and get help. It wasn't easy and there weren't even support groups for men in these situations. So he started his ministry to support men going through similar experiences. https://movementministries.com/ and the domestic violence website https://www.thehotline.org...
Jan 21, 2021•27 min
Marcelle Crooks is a Chef, a Health and Life coach, and she is challenging us to think about ways to include more healthy foods into our daily life. One condition, must be delicious and something you want to try. With Covid we are gaining weight and getting out of our normal routines, so the challenges are to get us back into a healthy place so we can fight off Covid and feel better while doing it. She is a living example that we can begin heal our bodies with good healthy food. https://www.mche...
Jan 20, 2021•27 min
Birthday Dreams is an organization that provides birthday parties for kids in transition. They are in shelters at the time of their birthday so because Birthday Dreams believes everyone deserves a birthday they go to the shelter and throw a party for the child. Tiffaney Jones, Volunteer Coordinator, and Priya Priyadarshini, Board Chair join us to talk about how they have had to pivot. With Covid things have changed a bit and now they are doing birthday in a box. Due to Covid they had to cancel t...
Jan 14, 2021•26 min
You may have heard the name Robert Smiley, he is in the news a lot because of his organization The Hand Up Project. They do needle clean up after homeless camps are moved. They help homeless addicts get detox, rehab, housing and jobs. Roberts latest effort is in using hotels for temporary housing while working with the recovering addict to get all the services they need to get well. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-...
Jan 07, 2021•26 min
We can never know enough about domestic violence and how to navigate it whether we are the victim or a family member. Special Olympics is excited about their pivot in fundraising to going virtual. Toys for Tots offers a thank you for the donations and ways to start helping for 2021 holidays. https://dvs-snoco.org/ https://polarplungewa.com/ https://www.toysfortots.org/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Dec 30, 2020•29 min
Kevin Bolger Host of the podcast "No Longer Ashamed" talks about how important it is for men who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse to share their stories and get help. The podcast is to support men and women but it is very clear that telling your story is very different if you are a man than a woman. Nolongerashamed.org podcast: https://anchor.fm/kevin-bolger4 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Dec 17, 2020•25 min
Treehouse’ CEO Lisa Chin tells us about the commitment Treehouse has to helping foster kids graduate from high school. Not only do they have a store to support the needs of the foster kids and their families, but they have programs to support as well. The program Lisa stresses in this interview is the mentors that work with the foster kids to keep them on track to graduate from high school, with a goal of moving from 50% or less that graduate to 75%. Treehouseforkids.org See Privacy Policy at ht...
Dec 15, 2020•26 min
Jackie Madill, Director of Consumer Information for the Washington State Beef Commission, and Camas Uebelacher (YOU buh locker) a cattle rancher in Othello, Laura Hamilton Chief Advancement officer NW Harvest. The Washington Beef Commission is partnering with Northwest Harvest to bring meals with good quality beef to those struggling with food insecurity this year. December 18th the Beef Commission members will be with NW Harvest as they distribute these full meals for families to take home and ...
Dec 11, 2020•26 min
The Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Celebration is going virtual. Joining me is Zoe Freeman Head Figglet, Mason Lowe Deputy Director of Pike Place Market Senior Center and Food Bank, with a special cameo visit from Shellie Jingle Bell Hart. The big competition can be viewed on line on fb and on KING 5 TV. Donate to vote for your favorite carolers. The proceeds go to the Food Bank to help the seniors and homeless of Seattle. http://pikeplacemarket.org/blog/great-figgy-pudding-caroling-competition-lo...
Dec 03, 2020•25 min
Joining us is Luke Minor with Washington College Savings Plan. Luke tells us the pro's of each type of plan and how important it is to get a jump on college savings. Grandparents can buy them as well as aunts and uncles. Luke bought one for his new baby before she was even born. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Nov 30, 2020•26 min
Randall Broad Host of the Radio Show C – Sessions and the Podcast with the same name, joins us to talk about the show, the podcast, and his experience with a cancer diagnoses. Which is in his book "It's an Extraordinary Life: Don't miss it." He is bringing awareness to newly diagnosed cancer patients showing them they have options, like a second opinion and so much more. Bridging the gap on both sides of the stethoscope. https://www.csessions.com/ https://1150kknw.com/show/c-sessions-with-randal...
Nov 20, 2020•26 min
Heather Stark is the author of the book "Why Doesn't She Just Leave: A New Perspective on Domestic Violence and the Host of the Podcast "Three Women Three Ways". She talks about Domestic violence, some new laws as well as community hubs that support women who are living in fear of their lives. https://www.amazon.com/Doesnt-Leave-Perspective-Domestic-Violence/dp/0974696765 https://www.blogtalkradio.com/3women3ways See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...
Nov 09, 2020•27 min
Karisa Keasey has written an illustrated book about immigrants in Seattle. She shares their story in words and pictures. Karisa tells us how we can not only support immigrants but how we can change our language when we talk about them and with them. https://karisakeasey.com/product/when-you-cant-go-home-portraits-of-refugees-in-the-pacific-northwest See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Nov 06, 2020•26 min
Cordila Jochim shares from her book "From the Core: A Spiritual Journey of Losing Everything & Finding Hope. By the time Cordila Jochim emerged victorious after a decade home-and-bed-bound, she was standing in the wreckage of a life. Traumatic brain injury had taken almost everything from her, yet when she finally found physical healing, the road to emotional, mental and spiritual recovery had only just begun. https://www.cordilajochim.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
Oct 26, 2020•26 min
BloodWorks.org is desperate for donations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 19, 2020•26 min
DSHS says 12,000 seniors will be displaced with their new 2021-23 budget. All these seniors we have been trying to protect from covid-19 will end up on the streets. Joe with CarePartners Senior Living explains it to us. https://www.carepartnersliving.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Oct 12, 2020•27 min
Jason Jones, host of the Book Publicist Podcast talks about what it takes to be your own publicist. He also has a Local PR Toolkit loaded with all the info you need to become your own publicist. Lot's of people are self publishing their books but then they don't know what to do next!!! If you have written a book you are definitely going to want to listen. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-book-publicist-podcast/id1503562889 Local PR Toolkit: https://localprtoolkit.com/ See Priva...
Oct 08, 2020•26 min
The “if” Project. The project helps women transition out of prison back into the “real” world. Offering them a mentor and connections for jobs and services to help them be successful. Founded by a Seattle Police officer, the if Project strives to ask the question, if there was something someone could have said or done that would have changed the path that led you here, what would it have been? Kim Bogucki and Andrea Anderson talk about the program and how it has impacted lives. https://www.theif...
Sep 30, 2020•26 min
Dr Anisha Abraham is the author of the book "Raising Global Teens". September is suicide prevention month and Dr. Abraham analyzes key subjects facing today’s teens, in the context of our modern, mobile world. In an interview, Dr. Abraham can share real-world examples with practical solutions, drawing on her latest research and personal experiences to help teens thrive in school despite COVID-19 and the eradication of their daily lives. https://dranishaabraham.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://...
Sep 22, 2020•26 min
Ginny Priz talks about recovery. September is recovery month and she shared about her TV show BloomTodayTV and her book Ditch the Drama. She talked about resources available for people in recovery and their families. Because she struggled with addiction herself she understands the power of story and feeling like you are not alone. https://bloominthedark.org/bloom-today/ http://serenityjourneyministries.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...
Sep 17, 2020•26 min
Rick Reynolds with Operation Night watch joined us via phone to talk about Operation night watch and their work with the homeless community in Seattle. Also the impact COVID 19 has had on their work and on him personally as he was exposed to and contracted the virus. Their fundraiser has gone virtual and will be in October, Called the PB and J luncheon. For information https://www.seattlenightwatch.org/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...
Sep 02, 2020•26 min
Molly O’Connor with the Puget Sound Affiliate of Susan G Komen talks about the virtual walk Sept 27th 2020. She says some of the funds from this walk are to help women who are going through treatment during COVID – 19 and need help with groceries and transportation. She throws in a reminder to get your mammogram even during COVID, it is safe. She stresses early intervention and detection. The virtual fundraiser is Sunday Sept 27th, it will kick off with an opening ceremony at noon and then time ...
Aug 26, 2020•26 min
This week we hear from Jasmine Jean with Snugglebuds. As a childhood cancer survivor she has some chronic illness from her chemo back in the 1980’s. Cancer research has come so far now, last Christmas when she was again in the hospital, she decided she was going to make dolls for kids going through cancer treatments. These dolls called “buds” have IV’s ports, and are bald, they have lab coats and Dr. Name tags with their names on them. These buds are making a significant difference for kids with...
Aug 20, 2020•26 min
Brenna Ramos and Katelyn Hall with Hand in Hand join us to let us know the great work their organization is doing in Snohomish County. Hand in Hand’s Safe Place is a 72-hour shelter for kids potentially entering foster care. Not only do they provide the children with backpacks and toothbrushes, but clothing and a blanket. Once the kids are settled in at Safe Place, the volunteers play games with them and help them feel loved and cared for. Besides the Safe Place shelter, Hand in Hand’s Outreach ...
Aug 12, 2020•27 min
8/9/20 Spotlight With Laurie Hardie – August 9, 2020 6 a.m. 26 minutes. Steve Woolworth Chief Executive Officer at Evergreen Treatment Services talks about their work with people addicted to opioids. Treating each individual with dignity. He also talks about harm reduction and the part ETS plays in helping the community. Hear all about thier Reach program partnering with Law Enforcement.To donate or register for their fundraiser go to https://www.evergreentx.org/ See Privacy Policy at https://ar...
Aug 05, 2020•26 min
David Coffey talks about the Recovery Cafe and how they serve people who want to get off drugs. He talks about extreme hospitality and recovery groups, small loving accountability circles. Covid-19 has caused their operation to run differently but they are working hard to continue their support to recovering addicts. https://recoverycafe.org/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 31, 2020•24 min
Luciana and Pedro Bartes, who have just become American citizens. Pedro and Luciana have worked in Seattle radio for 20 years. This is their journey of becoming citizens. Right when Covid 19 Pandemic happened causing them to wait three more months. They are so excited for the opportunity to vote. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jul 23, 2020•26 min
