Podcasts about persons affected

The delayed compensation of persons affected by the standard gauge railway project in Tororo, has prompted district leaders to engage with SGR officials to address the concerns. What will it take to achieve a win-win resolution?Listen on ViDE: https://newvisionapp.page.link/Rk9yzNBEuKg6P1rU7

In this episode, Joyce talks with Joe Powell, Executive Director and CEO of APAA, Association of Persons Affected by Addiction. Ms. Tapley and Mr. Powell discuss a variety of addiction related issues all with an eye toward helping those affected by addiction achieve a more life-affirming, mentally, physically and emotionally healthier existence.

Ashley Avery is executive director of Coverdale Courtwork Society, a non profit organization that supports women, girls, trans, non-binary and Two-Spirit persons affected by the criminal justice system. Before joinging Coverdale, she worked in the Mental Health field in Toronto, ON and then in Halifax, NS in facilities supporting women experiencing homelessness and women transitioning from prison to the community. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Women's Studies from Mount Saint Vincent University. Ashley has completed numerous trainings and certifications in the areas of Mental Health, Trauma Informed Practice and Counselling. She is involved in SSHRC funded research that is studying the causes and consequences of breaching court orders for women in the criminal justice system in Nova Scotia. She has also worked supporting the transformation of the Law Reform Commission of Nova Scotia to the new Access to Justice & Law Reform Institute of Nova Scotia. In addition to these roles, is a feminist writer, poet and advocate living in KJIPUKTUK (Halifax). She is a former member of the Hali Slam team and a competitor at the 2017 Canadian Festival of Spoken Word. In preparation for this interview, students read John McKendy’s 2006 article "I’m very careful about that: narrative and agency of men in prison." This interview is the first recorded online rather than in the classroom due to social distancing measures taken in light of the Covid-19 Pandemic. The quality of the recording is likely to be compromised somewhat by this situation. Reference McKendy, J. (2006). I’m very careful about that: narrative and agency of men in prison, Discourse & Society, 17(4): 473-502.

Tune in for a conversation with Michael Molthan for real talk on solutions to addiction, alcoholism, and unmanageable habits. Joining Michael in studio will be special guest, Joe Powell, President/CEOAssociation of Persons Affected by Addiction. M2 The Rock airs LIVE on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube weekdays at 12/noon CST and offers spiritual solutions to human problems. Listen on-demand via all major podcast platforms or watch past shows on Facebook and YouTube. To learn more visit www.M2TheRock.com.

On October 1, 2016, folks from all over the country gathered at Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Dallas, Texas, to kick off the Big Texas Rally for Recovery weekend with an ice cream social and program, presented by The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Speakers and performances included: (1:06) Jan McCutchin, counselor for SMU’s Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention program (4:23) Zachary Thompson, director of Health and Human Services for Dallas County in Texas (12:40) Neil Scott, producer and host of the national radio program "Recovery Coast to Coast" (21:06) Sasha Coles McLean, executive director of Archway Academy in Houston, a recovery high school featured in the film Generation Found (29:07) Kyle Pillans, counselor with Five Star Kids, the Betty Ford Center Children’s Program in Irving, TX (36:59) John Cates, therapist, author, and founder of both the recovery high school Three Oaks Academy in Houston (recently renamed Cates Academy) and Lifeway International, an alternative peer group program—both featured in the film Generation Found (44:37) Joe Powell, executive director and CEO of the Association of Persons Affected by Addiction in Dallas (53:35) DaVerse Lounge interactive performance featuring Will Richey and Alejandro Perez Jr., with live music accompaniment led by saxophonist Jason Davis (1:12:08) Will Richey, spoken word poet, producer and emcee, and his sister . (1:19:50) DaVerse Lounge interactive performance featuring Will Richey and Alejandro Perez Jr., with live music accompaniment led by saxophonist Jason Davis

John Dornheim has had a distinguished career in non-profit and fundraising. John is currently doing consulting and volunteer work with several companies and nonprofit organizations, including Green Oaks Hospital, National Alliance on Mental Illness, Mental Health America of Dallas and APAA (Association of Persons Affected by Addiction. John discusses mental health issues facing boomers, the elderly and our society.

John Dornheim has had a distinguished career in non-profit and fundraising. John is currently doing consulting and volunteer work with several companies and nonprofit organizations, including Green Oaks Hospital, National Alliance on Mental Illness, Mental Health America of Dallas and APAA (Association of Persons Affected by Addiction. John discusses mental health issues facing boomers, the elderly and our society.

Peer to peer support, in addition to what is found in 12 Step fellowships, promotes high-level wellness, reduces relapse, and heals the soul. Getting connected with others living a recovery lifestyle creates a whole new world. Joe Powell, the executive director and a founding member of the Association of Persons Affected by Addiction, and a board member of Faces and Voices of Recovery, is a pioneer in championing peer-driven, peer-led recovery support. He shares how peer to peer programs work and how they create a network of strength for people in recovery. Learn more about Joe's work at www.apaarecovery.org.

Mental Health and Wellness Radio travels to Portland, Oregon for the 26th annual Alternatives Conference. Alternatives is the oldest conference run by and for consumers (people with mental health challenges). Host Jenee Darden drops by the "Helping Our Communities Get Back On Their Financial Feet" workshop.  She talks to presenter Joe Powell about how financial stability and financial literacy can make a great impact on one's wellness. Joe Powell is the executive director of the Association of Persons Affected by Addiction (APAA) in Dallas, Texas. He also serves on SAMHSA's Wellness Initiative Steering Committee.