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Where social work and firefighting intersects. We will explore what this role looks like, how it's improved the daily life of firefighters, and the partners we work with in our community. We hope to prove that when action meets compassion lives change.

EMS Prevention


    • Sep 18, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 23m AVG DURATION
    • 11 EPISODES


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    Table of Grace: A Fresh Approach to Food Assistance

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 30:51


    In this episode, we meet with members of Grace Presbyterian Church to discuss their food pantry, Table of Grace, and how they have partnered with EMS Prevention. Discover how this market-style food pantry is revolutionizing food assistance in Tuscaloosa by providing a dignified shopping experience for those in need.

    Case Reflections: EMS Prevention Success Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 28:34


    In this episode, we take a deep dive into the role of EMS Prevention by revisiting some of our most impactful cases and clients. Join us as we analyze past scenarios, discuss the strategies that worked, and reflect on the lessons learned.

    In the Hot Seat: Fire Marshall's Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 20:13


    In this special episode, Fire Marshall Patrick Stines joins as our guest. We explore the world of fire safety, the importance of fire prevention, and how EMS Prevention is able to assist with fire victims.

    Heartfelt Connections: Adopt-A-Grandparent

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 20:13


    Mrs. Mary (our "grandparent") and Mrs. Angie (our volunteer) share their experiences with our Adopt-A-Grandparent program and how it has positively impacted them.

    Community Collaboration: Partnering with First United Methodist Church

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 20:43


    We sit down with our valued community partner, First United Methodist Church, to discuss their impactful program and the meaningful partnership we share. We explore how the power of working together has changed the lives of those we serve.

    Interns: Stoking the Flames of Passion for Social Work

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 30:28


    Mick Crump, a recent intern with EMS Prevention, shares his experiences with the program. He details how witnessing firsthand the impact of having social workers integrated into the fire department inspired him to push for a similar program back in his rural hometown.

    Expert Perspective: A Conversation with the State Medical Director

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 30:27


    In this episode, we met with Dr. Crawford, Alabama's State Medical Director, to get his perspective on the gaps in care throughout the state's EMS system. He provides insight on his views of EMS Prevention's goal to meet those needs.

    Saving Lives: A Firefighter's Take on EMS Prevention

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 21:10


    In this episode, we dive into the critical role of EMS Prevention from a firefighter's point of view. Learn from firsthand accounts on how EMS Prevention efforts can help improve the lives of those in the community. Tune in for a deeper understanding of how this program impacts the frontlines.

    From Compassion to Action: Inside EMS Prevention

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 20:33


    In this episode, we explore the day-to-day roles of social workers in EMS Prevention and discuss how the program has evolved and expanded over time.

    Sparking Change: The Birth of EMS Prevention

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 19:58


    EMS Chief Chris Holloway joins us as he walks us through the origins of EMS Prevention, highlighting the crucial role of social workers in its creation.

    Faces Behind The Fire: Introducing the Social Workers of the Fire Department

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 10:21


    Meet the co-hosts and learn about their journey that led them to this role!

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