Island Health & Wellness Foundation: Just For The Health Of It Community Discussions
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Talking with Sherry Billings of Hancock County Habitat for Humanity
September 22, 2023 09:52 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Sherry Billings. Sherry is the Executive Director of Hancock County Habitat for Humanity. During this episode we talk about: 1. What does Habitat for Humanity do and who does it serve? 2. Is there any cost associated with the services you provide? 3. Who can request services from Habitat for Humanity? 4. Why is your organization a vital part of a healthy community? 5. What is one program or service that you offer that you wish...
The History of Island Medical Center: 1976-1993
September 08, 2023 09:24 - 5 minutes - 5.51 MBIn the second episode in a series reviewing the history of Island Medical Center, we cover the years of 1976 to 1993. These years are best summed up in an article titled "A Short History of a Big Idea" written by the Island Medical Center Board in 2016: "The subsequent 17 years at the Island Medical Center saw a significant increase in the stability and number of medical and dental providers, interrupted for a time in the late 1980s by the challenging changes in funding arrangements for doc...
Talking with Douglas Cornman and Simone Babineaux of Maine Seacoast Mission
August 25, 2023 09:24 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Douglas Cornman, MA, BC-DMT - Director of Island Services and Simone Babineaux, MSN, RN, FNP-C - Sunbeam Nurse. Since 1905, Maine Seacoast Mission has been helping to grow stronger communities, resilient children, engaged families, and connected older adults. The organization focuses on meeting people where they are. The mission statement of Maine Seacoast Mission reads as follows: Rooted in a history of compassionate service and mutual trust,...
Talking with Anna Wind About Healthy Eating and Food Security
August 11, 2023 08:41 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Anna Wind. Anna is the Healthy Eating Coordinator at Healthy Peninsula, which serves the towns of Blue Hill, Penobscot, Surry, Castine, Brooklin, Sedgwick, Brooksville, Deer Isle and Stonington. Join us as we discuss the following: 1. Tell me about your job as Healthy Eating Coordinator at Healthy Peninsula. 2. What programs does Healthy Peninsula support in our area to address food security? 3. Why is access to healthy food a necessary c...
Talking about Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County and Evensong
July 28, 2023 09:12 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Kathy Baillargeon, Chris Childs, and Hunt Gressitt. Kathy is the Executive Director of Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County. Chris is the Patient Care Manager at Hospice Volunteers. Hunt is the Volunteer Choir Director of Evensong. During our conversation my guests answer the following questions: 1. What does Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County do and who does it serve? 2. Is there any cost associated with the services you provide? 3. Wh...
An Island Celebration for Drs. Alpaugh and Zelnick and a Request for Assistance
July 14, 2023 09:29 - 6 minutes - 6.11 MBIn this episode: 1. I clarify the pronunciation of a past dentist's name from our last episode on the history of Island Medical Center. Dr. Lundin is pronounced Dr. Lun-deen. Thanks to my sharp eared listeners who pointed this out! 2. Announce that Island Health & Wellness Foundation is partnering with Island Community Center to host a thank you celebration for Drs. Alpaugh and Zelnick on Monday, August 21st in the evening. We will have a live band (weather permitting), food trucks, etc. ...
The History of Island Medical Center: 1966-1976
June 30, 2023 08:59 - 9 minutes - 9.19 MBThis is the first installment in a series we will be releasing over the next year that covers the history of Island Medical Center. The series is dedicated to reviewing its rich history and re-telling how this island came together to make a dream into reality, and how that vision has evolved over time. Do you have a story, photos, newspaper article or other information pertaining to the history of Island Medical Center? Please share them with me by calling 207-801-8237 (cell) or emailing i...
Talking about the new Island Outdoor Initiative
June 16, 2023 08:36 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBWe need your help on the brand new Island Outdoor Initiative. Working closely with a number of local organizations we are putting together a small but mighty group to take a close look at where we have safer spaces to run, bike and walk and how we might add more of them on Deer Isle-Stonington. The addition of safer spaces to recreate contributes to a strong workforce, a healthy community and can attract more year round residents to the island. I hope you will listen to this episode and reac...
Talking with Vanessa Hatch of Healthy Peninsula about Healthy Families
June 02, 2023 09:20 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Vanessa Hatch. Vanessa is the Healthy Families Coordinator at Healthy Peninsula, which serves the towns of Blue Hill, Penobscot, Surry, Castine, Brooklin, Sedgwick, Brooksville, Deer Isle and Stonington. This is not intended to serve as any type of medical or health care advice. It is just for educational purposes. During our conversation we discuss the following questions: 1. Tell my listeners about your job as Healthy Families Coordinator at...
Talking with Jessica Perez, Digital Equity Manager for the Maine Connectivity Authority
May 12, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Jessica Perez. Jessica is a Digital Equity Manager for the Maine Connectivity Authority. During our conversation we discuss: 1. What are the goals of the Maine Connectivity Authority? 2. Why is internet connectivity necessary for a healthy community? 3. What is digital equity? 4. Why is ensuring digital equity vital for Maine? 5. What do you wish more people knew about the Maine Connectivity Authority or digital equity? 6. How can our ...
Talking with Rene Colson of Healthy Island Project about the "Successful Aging Creativity Circle"
April 28, 2023 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Rene Colson of Healthy Island Project (HIP). Today we are focusing on a program that HIP is offering through the Foundation of Art & Healing called "Successful Aging Creativity Circle". During our discussion we talk about: 1. What is the Successful Aging Creativity Circle? 2. Why are offerings like this necessary for a healthy community? 3. What is the goal of this program? 4. What has been Rene's favorite part of this program so far? 5. I...
Talking About Island Prescription Drug Take Back Day-April 21, 2023
April 14, 2023 09:12 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBOpiate Free Island Partnership, Island Health & Wellness Foundation and Healthy Acadia are partnering to host an Island Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 21st from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Island Medical Center. This year's event will be different from past take back days. In this episode, I talk about what the event will look like and answer frequently asked questions about Deterra medication wasting bags. Please join us! Link to Deterra website: https://deterrasystem.com/
Talking about Fuel Up! Food, Fitness and Fun
March 31, 2023 09:06 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBThis is a special episode of the podcast designed to highlight an upcoming healthy living series called Fuel Up! Food, Fitness and Fun being offered by Healthy Island Project beginning Monday, April 10, 2023. This is an eight week session open to all islanders 18 years of age and older at no charge. Sessions will be held on Monday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Community of Christ Church in Stonington. Native islander and Registered Dietician Raegan Heanssler will be the facilit...
Talking with Melissa Jones Bayley About Island Angels
March 17, 2023 09:15 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Melissa Jones Bayley. Melissa grew up here on Deer Isle-Stonington and is a licensed massage therapist. In addition, she founded an organization called “Island Angels”. During our discussion, Melissa answers the following questions: 1. What is Island Angels and how did it get started? 2. Although many of my listeners probably knew your mom, please tell me more about her. 3. Island Angels just received approval to be an official non-profit or...
Talking with Rose Honders of Eastern Area Agency on Aging
March 03, 2023 10:14 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Rose Honders. Rose is the Community Services Director for Eastern Area Agency on Aging (EAAA). This is Rose’s second time on the podcast, as she was a guest in her previous role as Director of At Home Downeast. During our discussion, Rose answers the following questions: 1. In your own words, tell me who you are, where you work and what you do. 2. What does Eastern Area Agency on Aging do and what kinds of services does it provide? 3. Who ...
Talking with Jo Cooper about the "Transportation Equity for Healthy Aging" Project
February 17, 2023 09:48 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Jo Cooper. Jo retired last year after 20 years as the Founding Executive Director of Friends in Action. Currently Jo is a Consultant and Project Manager of a Maine Health Access Foundation grant project titled “Transportation Equity for Healthy Aging.” During our discussion, Jo answers the following questions: 1. Why are volunteer transportation programs important to the health of Maine communities? 2. What is the “Transportation Equity for ...
Talking with Jessica Ames About Angel Flight East
February 03, 2023 10:10 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Jessica Ames. Jessica is the Outreach and Events Director for a program called Angel Flight East. During the episode we talk about: 1. What is Angel Flight East? 2. How did this program get started? 3. How do people qualify for a flight? 4. What is the process to sign up for a flight? 5. Is there anything people should know before signing up for this program? 6. What are the requirements for a volunteer pilot? 7. How do pilots sign up? ...
Talking with Sheriff Scott Kane about the Wanderers Program
January 20, 2023 10:16 - 17 minutes - 16 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Hancock County Sheriff Scott Kane. Our discussion focused on a very unique and valuable service that his office offers called the Wanderers Program. Sheriff Kane answers the following questions during the episode: 1. Tell my listeners about the Wanderers Program. 2. How did this program get started? 3. What information does the Client Wandering Database Intake form ask for? 4. Why is it important that people who love and care for someone w...
Talking with Alli Williamson at Next Step Domestic Violence Project
January 06, 2023 10:30 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB**This episode features discussions about domestic and dating violence. Please listen with care. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or dating violence, there are resources available to help you. You can call Next Step Domestic Violence Project at 1-800-315-5579.** The following is a conversation that I had with Alli Williamson. Alli is the Prevention and Youth Education Coordinator at Next Step Domestic Violence Project and the host of her own podcast called “Relationship ...
Talking About FindHelp.org
December 23, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Amanda Bowen and Jessica Shaffer. Jessica is the Director of Community Health Partnerships at Northern Light Health and Amanda is from an organization called Find Help. This is not intended to serve as any type of medical or health care advice. It is just for educational purposes. Jessica and Amanda do a great job of answering the following questions: 1. Tell my listeners about FindHelp.org. 2. How is Northern Light partnering with Find Hel...
BONUS Episode in Written Form: Talking with Denise Antonition, LCSW about Coping with Holiday Stress
December 16, 2022 16:24 - 1 minute - 1.66 MBThis is a story of lemons to lemonade. . .or eggs to egg nog this time of year. Below is a link to our first written podcast! Denise Antonition, LCSW at Island Family Medicine, and I recorded a podcast last week about coping with holiday stress. The only problem. . .and a large source of my stress. . .was that when I played it back in editing there was a persistent noise in the background that made it impossible to listen to comfortably. So, since the information she shared is extremely im...
Talking with Angela Fochesato, Executive Director of the Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center
December 09, 2022 09:47 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Angela Fochesato, Executive Director of the Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center. In this episode, Angela answers these questions: 1. What does the Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center do and who does it serve? 2. How did the center start? 3. What has been the focus of her work so far? 4. Why is this work so important to our community? 5. What is one thing that the organization offers that she wishes more people knew about? 6. Does she...
Please watch "Island Strong"
November 25, 2022 09:54 - 2 minutes - 2.53 MBDue to the holiday, there will be no new episode of the "Just for the Health of It" podcast this week. Instead, I ask you to take a few minutes to watch the short film "Island Strong", which can be accessed here: https://ihwf.org/island-strong/ This professional short film highlights the work being done right here on Deer Isle-Stonington to address substance use prevention, treatment, recovery and harm reduction. It features interviews with your friends and neighbors who have been impacted...
Talking with Nick St. Louis about the OPTIONS Program
November 11, 2022 10:14 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Nick St. Louis. Nick is the new OPTIONS Liaison for Hancock County. During our discussion, we talk about: 1. What is the OPTIONS Program? 2. How did Nick end up in this position? 3. What is his role as an OPTIONS Liaison? 4. How did the OPTIONS program originate? 5. What does a typical day look like for Nick? 6. What is a program or service that the OPTIONS program offers that Nick wishes more people knew about? 7. How does the OPTIONS...
Talking with Heidi Burgess About Car Seat Safety
October 28, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBThis is a conversation that I had with Heidi Burgess. Heidi just completed the Maine Department of Transportation’s Child Passenger Certification Training. She is eager to share what she learned with our community. During our conversation, we discuss the following: 1. What is the certification training process like? 2. What was Heidi's favorite part of the training? 3. What surprised her the most? 4. What piece of advice from the training does she wish every caregiver knew about? ...
Talking with Danielle Coutu about Sexual Assault and Trauma Informed Care
October 14, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21 MB**Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss sexual assault. Please listen with care.** The following is a conversation that I had with Danielle Coutu. Danielle is a Registered Nurse and serves as the Regional Coordinator of the SANE Program. This program is administered by the University of New England’s School of Nursing and Population Health. In this episode we discuss: 1. What does SANE stand for and what does this program do? 2. Why is trauma informed care important? 3. How does h...
Talking with Linda Nelson about the Stonington Economic Development Committee Health Care Task Force
September 30, 2022 09:08 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Linda Nelson. Linda is the Economic & Community Development Director for the Town of Stonington. Today’s discussion focuses on a newly formed Health Care Task Force that the Stonington Economic Development Committee (SEDC) has organized as a way for the Town to support health care needs on the island. In this episode, we talk about: 1. The job description of an Economic & Community Development Director. 2. Where the idea for a Health Care Tas...
Talking with Raegan Heanssler, Registered Dietitian
September 16, 2022 08:59 - 18 minutes - 16.4 MBExciting news!! This is my first in person podcast interview!!!! This episode features a conversation that I had with Raegan Heanssler. Raegan grew up here on the island and now works as a Registered Dietitian for the VA Maine Healthcare System. During our discussion, we talk about: 1. What is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and how does it differ from a nutritionist or nutrition coach? 2. What made Raegan interested in becoming an RD? 3. Where did she go to school and for how long? 4. Wha...
Talking with John Lindquist of Friends in Action
September 02, 2022 09:31 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBThis episode features John Lindquist, the new Executive Director of Friends in Action. In this conversation we discuss: 1. What does Friends in Action do? 2. What made John interested in leading this organization? 3. How many employees work at Friends in Action and what do they do? 4. What is the history of Friends in Action? 5. What has been the focus of John's work so far? 6. What is one thing that Friends in Action offers that John wishes more people knew about? 7. What has surpri...
Talking with Caroline Bloss and Sonya Connelly About the Prosper Program
August 19, 2022 08:56 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Caroline Bloss and Sonya Connelly. Caroline and Sonya are both working with Healthy Acadia’s Prosper Initiative. Caroline serves as the Project Director. Sonya is a Community Health Navigator. This episode is brought to you by Healthy Acadia through a grant from The Human Resources Services Administration's Rural Health Care Services Outreach Program. In this episode we discuss: 1. What is the PROSPER Program and who does this program primari...
Talking with Hallie Lartius of Healthy Island Project About Digital Equity and Inclusion
August 05, 2022 19:47 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Hallie Lartius. Hallie is an Island Institute Fellow who is working with Healthy Island Project. Her focus is digital equity and inclusion. In the episode we talk about: Hallie's first year living and working in the Deer Isle-Stonington community. What digital equity and inclusion are and why they are important to communities. What Hallie has been focusing on in addition to her digital equity and inclusion work. How the work that Hallie is ...
Talking with Anna Viertel of Next Step Domestic Violence Project
July 22, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MB**Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss domestic and sexual violence. Please listen with care.** The most important part of this entire episode is the Next Step 24/7 Hotline: 800-315-5579. Anna Viertel is the Coordinator for Community Response at Next Step Domestic Violence Project, which serves the Deer Isle-Stonington community. This conversation ran long, but I hesitated to edit it because every word is so important and could save a life. During our discussion, Anna and I talk abo...
Talking with Larry Clifford of Healthy Peninsula About Age Friendly Communities
July 08, 2022 09:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBLarry Clifford is the new Healthy Aging Coordinator at Healthy Peninsula. Healthy Peninsula serves the Blue Hill Peninsula, Deer Isle and Stonington through their work on Healthy Aging, Healthy Eating and Healthy Families. During our conversation, Larry answers the following questions: What does "age friendly" mean? Why should communities be concerned about being "age friendly"? Why has Larry focused on community interviews? What areas of need have been identified through these interview...
Talking with Traci Martin About Massage Therapy
June 24, 2022 09:06 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBThis episode features a conversation that I had with Traci Martin. Traci is currently in the process of becoming a licensed massage therapist. During our conversation, Traci answers the following questions: What made her decide to switch careers and become a massage therapist? Why is massage an important component of overall wellness? What happens at a massage appointment? How long does an appointment typically take and how often do people come for treatment? How much does an appointmen...
Talking with Jeannie Hatch About the new Island Community Center Gym
June 10, 2022 09:33 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this episode I talk with Jeannie Hatch, Executive Director of Island Community Center. Jeannie is a returning guest to the "Just for the Health of it" podcast. In this conversation we focus on Island Community Center's new gym, which is set to open around the end of June. Jeannie gives us all the details-hours, cost, equipment, etc. Jeannie is an inspiration, both in the skillful way she leads her organization and the way that she is quick to credit others for their contributions. I can't...
Talking with Island Nursing Home Board-Answering Community Questions
June 03, 2022 18:14 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBTim Hoescht and Ronda Dodge, Island Nursing Home (INH) Board members, sit down with me again this week and continue to answer listener and community questions. In this episode we talk about how staffing is the key issue preventing the nursing home from reopening. Tim even gives me a pop quiz-which I fail! We also talk about ideas that have been shared as to possible uses for the INH building that will benefit seniors. To submit questions for future episodes or to give ideas about possible u...
Talking with the Island Nursing Home Board-Answering Community Questions
May 26, 2022 00:07 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MBIn this episode, Tim Hoescht, Ronda Dodge and Skip Greenlaw sit down with me (via Zoom) and answer community questions regarding the recent report from the Island Nursing Home (INH) Board that was published in Island Advantages. One thing that they said off-air that I think bears repeating is that they hope the community will be kind and positive about the nursing home's future. Thank you, my listeners, for trusting me with your questions. Please know that after listening to this episode...
Talking with Rose Honders about At Home
May 13, 2022 08:35 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this conversation I talk with Rose Honders, Director of At Home, a program of Downeast Community Partners. Rose and I discuss what At Home does, why it is an important part of our community, how people sign up, how much it costs, and how we can all support healthy aging. Rose brings warmth, enthusiasm and a sense of humor to both her job and this discussion. To contact At Home: Phone number: 207-374-5852 email: [email protected] website: https://www.downeastc...
Talking with Beth Alteri and Tracy Crossman about SMART Recovery
April 27, 2022 17:19 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this conversation, I talk with Beth Alteri and Tracy Crossman about SMART Recovery. This is a new program that is being offered at the INSPIRE Recovery Center in Ellsworth on Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. During our discussion, we talk about: What is SMART Recovery? Can SMART Recovery be used for other habits we would like to break? What happens during a typical session? How do I sign up? Can I join at any time? Is there a cost to join? Is there homework? How has t...
Talking with Savannah Steiger of Sunrise Opportunities Prevention Council
April 14, 2022 11:28 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBTrigger warning: This episode contains discussions about child abuse and neglect. If you are in immediate danger or know of a child who is in danger, please call 911. This is my second conversation with Savannah Steiger, Care Coordinator and Educator for Sunrise Opportunities Prevention Council. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. While Savannah and her colleagues work on this issue all year long, they are using April as a time to highlight this issue in Hancock and Washington C...
Talking with Erin Benson and Becky Nelson of Eastern Maine Development Corporation
April 01, 2022 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Erin Benson and Becky Nelson. Erin is the Senior Director of Workforce Services at Eastern Maine Development Corporation (EMDC) and Becky is an EMDC Youth Ambassador. Among many other topics, in this episode we discuss: 1. What programs does Workforce Services offer to Hancock County Residents? 2. What is a program or service that EMDC offers that Erin and Becky wish more people knew about? 3. How are the services offered by EMDC tied into t...
Talking with Renee Mozeliak of the INSPIRE Recovery Center
March 18, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Renee Mozeliak. Renee is a Maine Recovery Core Intern at Healthy Acadia’s INSPIRE Recovery Center in Ellsworth. Among other things (including the universal appeal of tacos) we discuss the following: Why did Renee decide to become a Recovery Coach? What does Renee do at the INSPIRE Recovery Center? What is a program or service that is offered at the recovery center that she wishes more people knew about? What does Recovery Coaching mean to h...
Talking with Caroline King of the Red Cross
March 04, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBThe following is a conversation that I had with Caroline King. Caroline is the Executive Director at American Red Cross of Northern and Eastern Maine. I am still amazed at the scope of services that the Red Cross offers to our area. During the course of our conversation, Caroline answered the following questions: 1. Did she always want to work in the non-profit world? 2. What services does the Red Cross offer in our area? 3. What is a program or service that the Red Cross offers that she ...
Talking with Ann Delaney of Island Adult & Community Education
February 18, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBThis podcast features a conversation that I had with Ann Delaney. Ann is the new Director of Adult Education at Island Adult & Community Education. She brings warmth, enthusiasm and knowledge to her position, all of which shine throughout our discussion. Among other things we discuss how people can access offerings at Island Adult & Community Education for everything from obtaining their high school certification to taking CNA classes. I love the hands on approach Ann brings to her job and ...
Talking with Dr. Hollan Oliver
February 04, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBThis episode features my conversation with Dr. Hollan Oliver. Hollan is a native islander and is the owner of Coastline Physical Therapy and Performance in Deer Isle. In this episode we talk about how she ended up back on the island after years "away" and what draws her to this helping profession. In addition, Hollan and I discuss what services she offers, how to reach her for an appointment, what happens during a physical therapy session, and one thing we can all do today to increase our ...
Talking with Savannah Steiger of Sunrise Opportunities Prevention Counsel
January 21, 2022 16:10 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this podcast episode, I talk with Savannah Steiger, Care Coordinator and Educator at Sunrise Opportunities Prevention Council. This is the third in a series of podcasts highlighting offerings at the new INSPIRE Recovery Center in Ellsworth. In addition to the Parenting in Recovery Support Group, Savannah and her team offer a number of groups and programs throughout Hancock and Washington Counties that benefit parents and children. Among other topics, we talk about how we might bring more...
Talking with Ronda Dodge About Island Nursing Home-14th in Series
January 07, 2022 20:23 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this episode, Ronda Dodge, Chairperson of the Island Nursing Home (INH), provides the community with updates, including: 1. Where to find a copy of the INH Task Force's final report and the INH Board's response to the report. 2. What needs the INH Board has that our community may be able to help fill. 3. Why a recent Bangor Daily News article said the Island Nursing Home may need millions of dollars to reopen. Ronda also answers a listener's question about whether or not the INH Board...
Talking with Tracy Crossman and Beth Alteri About The INSPIRE Recovery Center
December 31, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBWow! This episode will leave you inspired and hopeful about the future of substance use recovery in Hancock County. As I talked with Beth and Tracy, it became so obvious that this is more than a job for them-it is a calling. Beth and Tracy answered all my questions, including: 1. What is the new INSPIRE Recovery Center? 2. Where is it located? 3. When is it open? 4. Can people just walk in? 5. What can I expect at the center when I walk in the front door? 6. What is your goal for the r...
Talking with Esther Adams and Marti Brill About the Mariners Soar! Afterschool Program
December 22, 2021 09:00 - 38 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode I talk with Esther Adams and Marti Brill of the Mariners Soar! Afterschool Program at Deer Isle Elementary School. These two ladies pour their hearts and souls into caring for our island children. Among other things, Marti and Esther answer the following questions: 1. What is the After School Program? Who does it serve and why was it created? 2. How does the After School Program improve the overall physical and/or mental health of this community? 3. What does a typical day...
Talking with Ronda Dodge About INH Engaging Covenant Health, Inc. for Assessment
December 16, 2021 21:59 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode Ronda Dodge and I talk about a recent announcement that Island Nursing Home has engaged Covenant Health, Inc. to conduct a three-month assessment of the organization's viability to reopen. We talk about: 1. Does this announcement mean Covenant will own INH? 2. What is meant by affiliation? 3. Is INH now a religious facility? 4. When will the Task Force recommendations be shared with the INH Board? 5. What are the next steps? Do you have property that might be used as a...