Life In Colorado Podcast

National Foster Care Awareness Month – Helen Richardson, Foster Care and Adoption Manager at Focus on the Family talks about the process of becoming a foster family and the long term benefits to children who are in foster care. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Human Trafficking – Nic McKinley CEO of Deliver Fund talks about the problem of Human Trafficking and what children, parents and law enforcement can do about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President and CEO, Dr. Carl Clark, on Mental Health Center of Denver's mission: Enriching Lives and Minds by Focusing on Strengths and Well-Being: Our philosophy is that people can, and do, recover from mental illness and that treatment works. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Jannie Davidson describes the Metropolitan State University degree programs available, and how they benefit students who in turn benefit the economic and social life of Colorado. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Sharen Ford discusses the effects and warning signs of child abuse and preventative measures listeners can take. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angela Cesena talks about the mission of Latina SafeHouse to provide bilingual and culturally sensitive services to Latina survivors of domestic violence and their families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wayne Winegarden author of No Way Home: The Crisis of Homelessness and How to Fix It with Intelligence and Humanity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive Director Dr. Ellie Stevens and Chairman of the Board Mike McGuire talk about the mission of Advancing Warriors, an organization helps active and veteran military find support in one another through peer groups, and to connect with their faith in God.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor and author Chris Sonksen, writes how the church can become indispensable by organizing volunteers to participate in community improvement projects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President and CEO, Roman Krafczyk, talks about this organization's mission as being committed to the comprehensive health and wellness of those with disabilities with outcomes-based services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Koedi Nealy describes the step-by-step process that people can take to provide some simple support for the homeless. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO Dedrick Sims talks about the Sims-Fayola Foundation's mission is to improve the life outcomes of young men and boys of color, and his book "Hey Man, We Just Talkin' - Daily Conversations with Young Men." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Little Help –Executive Director, Hillary Simmons on this Denver based non-profit organization's helping older, senior  adults. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Todd Wisser from New West Physicians talks about the importance of having an Annual Wellness Visit with your personal doctor (including what tests, procedures, and questions will be asked) to promote good health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive Director, Virginia Spielmann, discusses Sensory Processing Disorder and Star Institute's mission: To impact quality of life by developing and promoting best practices for sensory health and wellness through treatment, education, and research. Vincentia Ferrari describes the School Readiness Program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcast on January 31, 2021.  Jean Gordon, Executive Director of the Arvada Visitor's Center, talks about the amenities, including dining, shopping, outdoor recreation, and performing arts that are available in a COVID-safe environment.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive Director Paul Scudo shares Step Denver's goal to help men who have the gift of desperation end their cycle of addiction, take back control of their lives, and transition to a safe and sober living environment where they can become productive, contributing members of their families and community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Gremmert, Executive Director, describes Energy Outreach Colorado's network of industry, state and local partners to Support, Stabilize and Sustain Coloradans to afford their energy needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Ted Palen, PhD, MD, MSPH gives a COVID 19 update - Vaccines – When will we return to normal? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Denver Food Rescue – Executive Director, Christine Alford talks about how Denver Food Rescue partners with communities to asses food needs and then supplies that food to neighborhood distribution centers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zenreach – CEO, John Kelly, offers tips to restaurant owners on how their business can survive during this second wave of Coronavirus shutdowns while encouraging customers to support eateries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Todd Wisser from New West Physicians in Evergreen gives tips for staying connected with older adults during this challenging holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MADD Mothers Against Drunk Driving –  Fran Lanzer, Executive Director of MADD – Colorado talks about ways to decrease impaired driving during the holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrate Recovery (CR) – Colorado chapters. Jim Weber State rep for CR discusses the various aspects of the recovery program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Little Help – Executive Director, Hillary Simmons on this Denver based non-profit organization's helping older, senior  adults. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Youth With A Mission - Peter Warren director of YWAM, Denver, explains this organization's local and international relief work. He discusses his book: When the Shooting Stopped: Where is God When We Suffer? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dale Elliott, Senior Director of Aging and Nutrition Services, talks about Volunteers of America Colorado dedicated to helping those in-need through more than 50 service programs, including Meals on Wheels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colorado's Daring Ivy Baldwin: Aviator, Aerialist & Aeronaut. Historian Jack Stokes Ballard captures Baldwin's life in this book  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Understanding COVID-19 –  Dr. Ted E. Palen, PhD, MD, MSPH retired physician and Senior Clinician Investigator from Kaiser Permanente discusses current Denver metro area COVID-19 threat levels, aspects of the virus, along with ways to protect yourself and others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagination Library of Denver - Broadcast on October 25, 2020.  Sara Randall, director, talks about the mission of promoting literacy and early learning by providing books to children aged birth through 5 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandi Darr tells the story of two of her children who have Sensory Processing Disorder; Virginia Spielmann, executive director, STAR Institute helps us understand this disorder; and John McConkey with Landscape Structures talks about the architecture of inclusive playgrounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Advancing Warriors – Executive Director Dr. Ellie Stevens and Mike McGuire talk about the mission of this organization that helps active and veteran military find support in one another, and in connecting with their faith in God.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Todd Wisser with New West Physicians, talks about flu immunization season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MADD: Mothers against Drunk Driving  Fran Lanzer, the executive director of the Colorado Chapter of MADD talks about the National Organization's 40 year history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Ken Yeager, PhD – from Ohio State Neurological Institute and Dr. John Ackerman, PhD – from Nationwide Children's Hospital talk about the issues and treatment of suicide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa and Ken Rogers, Colorado Comfort Canines - bringing together certified animal-assisted therapy dog teams with communities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO Tamra Ryan describes the Women's Bean Project for women who have come out of incarceration.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Larry Crabb discussed his book Waiting For Heaven –Freedom From the Incurable Addiction to Self See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive Director, Christine Alford talks about how Denver Food Rescue supplies food to neighborhoods.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Scott Clemens, Chief Medical Officer, New West Physicians, discussed the importance of vaccinations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colorado's Daring Ivy Baldwin: Aviator, Aerialist & Aeronaut. Historian Jack Stokes Ballard captures Baldwin's life in this book  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Benjamin Dunning is an organizer with the non-profit organization Homeless Out Loud. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sara Randall, director, of Imagination Library of Denver talks about promoting literacy.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interviewed founder Jenny Dean Schmidt about her Radio program and community outreach organization Channel Mom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Weber Colorado state rep for Celebrate Recovery discusses the various aspects of the recovery program See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. IDA is about believing. We believe you! The frequently invisible nature of illness and pain may lead to disbelief about that illness or pain by those surrounding the person who lives daily with invisible disabilities. This disbelief can lead to misunderstandings, rejection by friends, family and heath care providers. It may also lead to accusations of laziness or faking an illness. We are passionate about providing awareness that invisible illness, pain and disabilities are very real! Our mission is to encourage, educate and connect people and organizations touched by illness, pain and disability around the globe. Envision with us, a world where people living with illness, pain and disability will be Invisible No More. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As baby boomers start to reach retirement age there are a lot of questions. How much does it take to retire? When should I retire? How much should I be saving? We cover all these questions and more with The Retirement Guy, Bob Schultz. He gives a planning tips and the realities for folks planning to retreat from the workplace. http://www.retirementguy.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It looks like this year’s flu season is just getting started. In fact, the CDC is reporting that 2.9 percent of visits to healthcare providers were related to influenza-like illness (ILI) – and that ILI has been at or above the national baseline of 2.4 percent for three weeks now. That's why healthcare providers at MedExpress Urgent Care are strongly encouraging people to make sure they get a flu vaccine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Denver Feed A Family continues Daddy Bruce Randolph's 50 year Thanksgiving tradition of feeding Denver's families in need by collecting, assembling, and distributing approximately 5,000 Thanksgiving baskets. It takes over 1,000 volunteers to make this happen. Come down and lend a hand and help the Epworth Foundation continue this Denver tradition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bessie’s Hope enhances the quality of life for nursing home and assisted living elders by bringing generations together in mutually rewarding relationships that honor the human spirit and create life-enriching volunteer opportunities for youth, families, individuals, community organizations and businesses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gregg is a Certified Financial Planner and consultant who has become a leading advocate for sound parenting, child accountability, and financial literacy. As a father of six, it was his idea to throw away the family paper chore chart and piggy bank to find a way to combine the chore chart with the technology his kids were using. For more than 20 years, Gregg has led a very successful personal insurance and financial services practice. A graduate of Arizona State University with a degree in finance, he has also earned multiple professional designations in his industry including CFP® – Certified Financial Planner, ChFC- Chartered Financial Consultant, CLU- Chartered Life Underwriter and REBC- Registered Employee Benefits Consultant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.