Podcasts about youth villages

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Misha Cummings, Foster Care Engagement Specialist Supervisor at Youth Villages, who highlights the nonprofit organization based in Memphis, Tennessee, that has been working for more than 35 years to radically improve the lives of children across the country through an array of program models and services built around preserving and restoring families. During the interview, Misha spotlights how Youth Villages provides foster care and adoption services through their work with children and families. She discusses their support services for foster and adoptive parents and how becoming a foster or adoptive parent can transform the lives of both parents and children alike. The segment highlights the importance of National Adoption Month in November while sharing success stories and emphasizing the need for more adoptive parents, along with information on how the community can get involved in foster care and adoption through Youth Villages.SummaryYouth Villages Foster Care Overview - Misha Cummings, Foster Care Engagement Specialist Supervisor at Youth Villages, explains how foster care is a temporary setting for children awaiting reunification with their biological families, while adoption involves permanent placement. Misha has been with the organization for seven years, previously working in residential facilities and crisis management before transitioning to foster care and adoption services.Stability in Foster Care Education - Misha discusses the challenges faced by children in foster care, particularly the instability caused by frequent moves and changes in schools, which hampers their social development. She explains that Youth Villages aims to address this by keeping children in their community schools to maintain stability. Jeremy highlights the significance of National Adoption Month in November, emphasizing the importance of raising awareness about foster care and adoption.Supporting Adoption and Foster Care - Misha discusses National Adoption Month, highlighting the celebration of adoptions while emphasizing the need for more adoptive parents due to approximately 8,000 children in care in Tennessee. She explains Youth Villages' support services, including training for parents, post-training classes, and a mentorship program for new foster parents. Misha also mentions ongoing support through a 24/7 staff, organized family activities, and a community of foster parents to help improve the experience.Foster Family Training Timeline Overview - Misha explains that a successful foster or adoptive family is characterized by their ability to love and provide stability for children, effective communication, and openness to learning new parenting skills. She clarifies that the timeline for the entire process, from start to finish, is typically two months for ideal candidates who meet all requirements, such as completing background checks and attending all training sessions. However, she noted that the timeline can extend to three months if unforeseen circumstances, like missed classes, arise.Foster Care Success Stories - Misha shares feedback from youth and parents regarding life-changing opportunities in foster care and adoption. She shares a story about a parent who went through the training and embraced it, celebrating the child's milestones. Misha also highlights a success story of a foster youth who was adopted and went on to pursue a career in social work and public office.Youth Villages Foster Care Success - Misha and Jeremy discuss Youth Villages' success stories and the transformative power of providing stability, love, and opportunities for both children and families involved in foster care and adoption. Misha highlights the organization's focus on children aged 0 to 17, with a particular need for placing children aged 9 and up and sibling groups. She also emphasizes the positive attributes of teenagers in care, noting their adaptability and openness to learning.Youth Villages Foster Care Support - Misha discusses the support available to foster and adoptive parents through Youth Villages, emphasizing that children in care are not responsible for their situation and clarifying that barriers such as not being married or renting a home do not prevent someone from becoming a foster parent. She provides two ways for the community to get involved: calling the toll-free number 888-MY-YV-KID or visiting the Youth Villages website to learn more about foster care and adoption and filling out an inquiry form to speak with an engagement specialist.Visit https://youthvillages.org/services/fo... to learn more about Youth Villages and their Foster Care and Adoption programs or call 1-888-My-YV-KID.

Interviews with Youth Villages and Heather Raymond from the Nashua Board of Education.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for July 17th Publish Date: July 17th From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Thursday, July 17th and Happy birthday to Luke Bryan I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia. 1. Gwinnett County Police retiring K-9 for health reasons 2. Gwinnett County Public Schools' newest teachers approaching job with enthusiasm 3. Gwinnett staff providing transportation to seniors in need after state vendor stops service Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on picky toddlers All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG STORY 1: Gwinnett County Police retiring K-9 for health reasons K-9 Egan, a Belgian Malinois with the Gwinnett County Police Department, is retiring early due to health issues, including heat intolerance and declining mobility from job-related injuries. Since joining the SWAT Team in March 2022, Egan has been deployed on 132 calls, assisted in 30 arrests, and completed 1,540 training hours. Gwinnett County commissioners approved his retirement, prioritizing his well-being. Egan will now enjoy a relaxed life at home with his handler, Cpl. William Webb. While police K-9s typically serve until age 7 or 8, Egan’s career is ending earlier due to his health challenges. STORY 2: Gwinnett County Public Schools' newest teachers approaching job with enthusiasm Alejandra Ruiz, inspired by her first-grade teacher, is now set to teach first grade at Minor Elementary in Gwinnett County, where she hopes to make a difference for her students. She joined 1,200 new educators at GCPS’s New Teacher Orientation, which featured advice from leaders like Interim Superintendent Al Taylor, who emphasized urgency in addressing student needs, and a panel of award-winning educators. Fellow new teacher Michelle Juarez, a GCPS graduate, shared her excitement to give back to the district. The event provided valuable insights, including the importance of self-care and building trust with students. GCPS is nearly fully staffed, with just 35 positions left to fill before the school year starts on Aug. 4. STORY 3: Gwinnett staff providing transportation to seniors in need after state vendor stops service Gwinnett County staff are stepping in to assist elderly residents after the state’s primary transportation vendor, Deanna Services, ceased operations. About 320 seniors relied on the service for medical appointments and trips to senior centers. County staff are now prioritizing urgent medical trips, such as dialysis, and personally transporting seniors when necessary. While some state subcontractors continue to provide rides to certain senior centers, the county is filling gaps for other locations and helping residents find alternative transportation. Seniors needing assistance are encouraged to contact Gwinnett Health and Human Services at 678-377-4150. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets 4 STORY 4: Gwinnett, United Way teaming up to help inmates prepare for life outside jail The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the United Way of Greater Atlanta to support newly released jail inmates through the Gwinnett Re-Entry Intervention Program (G.R.I.P.). The county will provide $250,000 to fund resources like substance abuse treatment, job skills training, housing assistance, and crime prevention education. The program also includes inmate work detail units, offering skills training through partnerships with local businesses. The goal is to reduce recidivism by addressing addiction, mental health, and employment needs, ensuring a smoother transition back into the community. STORY 5: Lawrenceville resident joins Youth Villages’ internship program Ariya Maskara, a Lawrenceville resident and Emory University psychology student, is interning with Youth Villages, a nonprofit supporting young adults with behavioral challenges. Maskara is working in Nashville group homes, gaining hands-on experience with youth aged 6 to 17. This summer, Youth Villages welcomed its largest intern class, with 92 students from 48 colleges across 15 states, selected from over 950 applicants. Interns assist with goal-setting, recreational activities, and mentorship, while building skills in behavioral health. Youth Villages hopes many interns will return for full-time roles after graduation. Break 3: And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on picky toddlers We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: Ingles Markets 4 Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. 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Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Susan Deason, Executive Director, and Carl Davis, Managing Director of Operations with Memphis Allies, who both discuss the mission and efforts of Memphis Allies, a partnership of nonprofit organizations working together to reduce gun violence in Memphis and Shelby County. During the interview, Susan shares how Memphis Allies was launched in 2021 by the Memphis, Tennessee-based nonprofit, Youth Villages, in response to the significant increase in gun violence in Memphis during that time. Susan and Carl discuss their evidence-informed model, which focuses on community violence intervention and serves individuals at highest risk for involvement in gun violence ages 12 to 35. The model, called SWITCH - Support With Intention To Create Hope - involves a team of individuals, including outreach specialists, life coaches, case managers, and clinical specialists, who work collaboratively to help participants switch their mindset and achieve their goals. The program is typically 12 to 18 months long and has shown early indicators of success, with 90% of participants not receiving an additional gun charge while in service. The organization has over 200 staff members, most of whom have lived experiences that uniquely position them to help change someone's mindset.Susan and Carl emphasize the importance of community partnerships, support, and collaboration both locally and nationally. They discuss the importance of their work in the community and highlight the complexity of the issues faced, along with the need for empathy and understanding. Susan and Carl talk about the need for volunteers and how volunteers can help identify and engage with the individuals being supported. Carl highlights the daily changes he sees in participants and the importance of relentless effort in this work. They wrap up with how this work is saving lives and how the community can get involved and support their efforts.Visit https://memphisallies.org or call (901) 252-7900 to learn more and get involved with Memphis Allies.

David Wayne Brown and Dave Martello gave an update on Memphis Morning News this week with information about the reward increase for information that leads to solving a murder. Six people were shot during a Memphis Allies meeting. Mathew Williams was killed while 5 others were treated at Regional One. In 2022 Youth Villages joined with community partners to create Memphis Allies. The goal is to reduce violent crime in Memphis. Williams was at the meeting as an active participant in Memphis Allies to stand against violent gun crimes plaguing the streets of Memphis. Support the show: https://www.newstalk989.com/personalities/memphis-morning-news/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Youth Villages is expanding its family support, mental and behavioral health services to reach more Georgia communities. The Intercept program is beginning in Rockdale, Douglas, and Paulding Counties. Tanya Anderson, the executive director of Youth Villages Georgia, and Jameta Wheeler, the state manager for In-Home Services at Youth Villages, talk more about Intercept and Youth Villages’ new pilot contract with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Development Disabilities. Also, on the evening of June 15, 1930, a mob lynched Morehouse student Dennis Hubert. This May, Hubert will be posthumously awarded an honorary bachelor of arts degree during the commencement ceremony. Ann Hill Bond, an Atlanta-based journalist and chair of the Fulton County Remembrance Coalition, and Imam Plemon T. El-Amin, Hubert’s nephew, talk more about Hubert’s life, and the legacy of Hubert’s mother, an educator, who served as a principal of the Crogmsn School, where Hubert was lynched.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carina Santa Maria is a first time ED making veteran moves at her organization. At Shelter Inc., Carina helps youth experiencing homelessness find emergency shelter, transitional housing, and clinical care, filling a crucial need for a vulnerable population within her community. Such a need requires great funding, and when Carina stepped into the role, things weren't where they needed to be.  Fast forward to today -  Shelter Inc. has seen their revenue grow nearly 5x thanks to changes in strategy implemented by Carina. Sherry and Carina discuss the growth and challenges faced by Shelter Inc., the journey of scaling the organization,and how their relationship with donors impacted the transition to their new funding model. The two explore the need for diversification in funding, the impact of innovative ideas, and the significance of infrastructure in nonprofit operations.   What You Will Discover: ✔️ Infrastructure needs are often overlooked but essential for operations. ✔️ The ask doesn't have to be awkward. By staying open and consistent, your funders won't be caught off guard when you make the big ask, and even might be more proactive that you anticipate.  ✔️ New initiatives can appear nice and shiny for donors, but communicating the importance of overhead funding is crucial. ✔️ An engaged team is vital for implementing change throughout your organization. —————————————— Carina H. Santa Maria, MSW, LCSW, was appointed Executive Director and member of the Board of Directors of Shelter, Inc, in June 2018. She was previously Director of Field Education with Dominican University's School of Social Work where she managed and coordinated internship experiences for master level social work students while maintaining relations with community organizations to address the needs of clients needing social work intervention. While at Dominican, she also served as an adjunct  instructor, teaching various graduate level social work classes, including a graduate level human trafficking course.  Prior to her work at Dominican University, she was a Community Youth Counselor for Memorial Health Care Systems and partnered with the Broward Sheriff's Office and their Juvenile Diversion program. She has also served as the Vice President of Education and Outreach at the Broward Human Trafficking Coalition, and as a residential counselor at Youth Villages in Memphis, TN. In addition, Carina has volunteered with Kristi House – Project GOLD and served as the Education Director for Traffick Free, a volunteer driver organization in the Chicago area that combats human trafficking. Carina is also a founding member of a local Arlington Heights community group called Voices of Community, Acceptance, and Love (VOCAL), whose mission is to bridge differences to create a supportive, connected community that celebrates diversity and practices tolerance and acceptance. She was recently awarded the NASW Illinois Chapter's Emerging Young Leader Award as well as Delta Zeta National Sorority's 35 women under 35. She graduated with her bachelor's degree in psychology and criminology from the University of Tampa in 2007. In 2011, she received her master's degree in social work from Dominican University. She resides in Arlington Heights, IL with her husband and two sons.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cnhomann/ Website: https://www.shelter-inc.org/ -------------------------- Welcome to the Business Behind Fundraising podcast, where you'll discover how to raise the kind of money your big vision requires without adding more events, appeals, or grant applications. Learn how to stop blocking overall revenue growth and start attracting investment-level donors with Sherry Quam Taylor. Sherry Quam Taylor's unique approach and success combine her background of scaling businesses with her decade-long experience advising nonprofit leadership teams. With out-of-the-box principles and a myth-busting methodology, proven results, and an ability to see solutions to revenue problems that others overlook, her clients regularly add 7-figures of revenue to their bottom line. If you need a true partner to show you how to fully finance your entire mission, both programs, AND overhead, year after year… You're in the right place!   #nonprofits #podcast

A recent study by Belmont University reports that 70-80% of young people who age out of foster care without adequate support face homelessness, addiction, imprisonment and mental illness by the age of 21. Today we speak with two Nashvillians who both found themselves in foster care. We'll hear about their stories, the support that made a difference for them, and how they are both dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others who are navigating similar experiences. Join us!This episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys and Mary Mancini.TODAY'S GUESTS Sahar McGill, former foster youth, Youth Villages Life Set specialist Tristan Slough, former foster youth, Tennessee Higher Education Initiative (THEI) Student Resource Coordinator FURTHER READING Learn more about foster care, resources, and becoming a foster parent through the Tennessee Department of Children Services. Check out Youth Villages to find out more about support services for youth and becoming a foster parent. Belmont University | Every Child Tennessee: Foster Youth in Tennessee 2024 Landscape Study – Transitioning to Adulthood Tristian Slough via The Tennessean | I went from foster care to the Ivy League, but I did it because of the support around me

Interviews with Youth Villages and Big Brothers Big Sisters of NH.

239 Stories Series: Experiencing the Supernatural with Jackie Coleman   Genesis 50:20 + 21 (NIV) "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. So then, don't be afraid. I will provide for you and your children.” And he reassured them and spoke kindly to them."   Questions and Topics We Discuss: Are you willing to share some of the supernatural happenings you experienced with you family and  your dad near the end of his life? Will you share a few of your God stories you've experienced through your daughter, Olive's medical journey? What are some recent things the Lord has been teaching you?   Jackie Coleman completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia in 2005. She later earned an M.A. in Counseling from Richmont Graduate University and an M.Ed. from Harvard Graduate School of Education, where she was named an Urban Scholar. While in Boston, she worked as a bilingual Family Counselor for Youth Villages, and later launched the Transitional Living program, which is designed to assist at-risk youth aging out of state custody. While in Atlanta, she worked on marriage and family issues with Building Intimate Marriages and research and writing projects for best-selling author Shaunti Feldhahn. In 2012, as Executive Director, Jackie helped design and implement Governor Deal's REACH (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) Georgia program, a mentoring and college scholarship opportunity for low-income middle school students. Eventually Jackie taught at Winters Chapel School where her children attended. Jackie is married to John and she now stays home with their four children.   Other Episodes Mentioned from The Savvy Sauce: 23 Nurturing Friendships with Jackie Coleman 99 Sabbath Rest with Sandy Feit   Total Forgiveness Sermon by R.T. Kendall   Thank You to Our Sponsor: WinShape Marriage   Connect with The Savvy Sauce through Our Website   Please help us out by sharing this episode with a friend, leaving a 5-star rating and review, and subscribing to this podcast!   Gospel Scripture: (all NIV)   Romans 3:23 “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”   Romans 3:24 “and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.”   Romans 3:25 (a) “God presented him as a sacrifice of atonement, through faith in his blood.”    Hebrews 9:22 (b) “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”    Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”    Romans 5:11 “Not only is this so, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.”    John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”   Romans 10:9 “That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”    Luke 15:10 says “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   Romans 8:1 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”   Ephesians 1:13–14 “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession- to the praise of his glory.”   Ephesians 1:15–23 “For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.”   Ephesians 2:8–10 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God‘s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.“   Ephesians 2:13 “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.“   Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Interviews with the New Hampshire Community Bail Fund and Youth Villages.

Our friend Dave Worland with The Knoble introduces us to Jenna Bailey with the non-profit organization Youth Villages and their work in Foster Care. Jenna is the Foster Care Recruiting Supervisor in Chattanooga. Youth Villages recruits foster parents, foster grandparents and respite care providers. Training and assistance is provided. For more information call 865-560-2558 or connect via email, jenna.bailey@youthvillages.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paige McCormick(Assistant Director - Youth Villages Mississippi) & Antuwuan Bass(FYI Voucher Recipient | Lifeset Participant) detail the work of Youth Villages and others to help foster kids as they age out of the foster system.

Delvit Rogers with Youth Villages will discuss National Adoption Month and often overlooked teenagers in the adoption process. If you've ever considered adoption as an option listen to this show. Youth Villages is a national leader in children's mental and behavioral health committed to building strong families, delivering effective services, and significantly improving outcomes for children, families and young people involved in child welfare and juvenile justice systems across the country. Founded in 1986, the organization's 4,000 employees help more than 39,000 children annually across the U.S.

Frank J. Cianciola serves as Founder, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Banc3 Holdings, Inc. He began his financial services career at Union Planters in 1973 and from 1984-1992 he held a variety of executive positions with Commerce Union Bank (C&S Sovran). From 1992-1995, Cianciola served as CFO of The Memphis Group, Inc., a $60 million aerospace company. In 1995, he became CEO of Victory Bank and Trust, followed by his role as Founder, CEO and Chairman of Renasant Bank. Frank served on the publicly held Renasant (RNST) Bank's Board from 2004 – 2009. Most recently, he served as Chairman and Vice Chairman of Metropolitan Bank. Cianciola holds a Master of Science degree in Finance from The University of Memphis. He is a graduate of The Graduate School of International Banking (University of Virginia), The Graduate School of Commercial Lending (University of Oklahoma) and The Effective Executive Program (The Wharton School). Frank Cianciola has been Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Economics at the University of Memphis. Cianciola is a past President of the Economic Club of Memphis; Regent at the Barrett School of Banking; served on the Leadership Council for Youth Villages and was the 2015 Chairperson for the Signature Chefs Annual fundraiser for the March of Dimes. Frank Cianciola is also involved with the Wolf River Conservancy, Church of the Holy Apostles and is a graduate of Leadership Memphis. Links to items mentioned in the interview: Bank3 Economic Club of Memphis University of Memphis Leadership Memphis Society of Entrepreneurs

As Father's Day approaches, Sarah and Tennille are focusing on children who rely on foster families for care. This week, they chat with Donna Goodman of Youth Villages about ways the public can get involved in supporting the needs of these children.

May is Foster Care Awareness Month, Andrecia Gibbs, Regional Manager at Youth Villages shares their mission to help every child reach their full potential. If you've considered becoming a foster parent this show will provide information to help you start the process. Andrecia discusses the need for foster care parents in the Memphis area, the keys to helping 36,000 children with behavioral and emotional challenges and their families each year, and the challenge to find foster homes for teens and sibling groups.

Mike Bruns, Owner of Bruns Holdings is a powerhouse guest and for good reason. Not only does has he had an illustrious career, but he's used that success to give back to worthy causes in the community including, LeBonheur National Leadership Council, The Society of Entrepreneurs, Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare Board of Directors, Campbell Foundation Board Trustee and Youth Villages among others.

As a child, Elliot never quite felt “right” and struggled knowing he could not be the daughter his parents wanted. Elliot was experiencing gender dysphoria but without a name for it or a supportive environment, he was trapped. His sense of hopelessness was compounded by an abusive household and childhood trauma. At times, he could not see himself making it out alive. In high school, Elliot entered the foster care system and found Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Through CBT, Elliot was able to deconstruct his past and find the right pieces to build himself back up. Learn more about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Youth Villages' Clinical Services Program Manager Dr. Lindsay Pate and how it may help you find compassion amid destruction on this episode of Stronger Than You Think.       Links from the show  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988-273-8255  Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages here.  Join the force for families. 101 locations across 23 states (including D.C.) Check out open positions near you.    Full show description   www.youthvillages.org/podcast        Social Media    Instagram - @youthvillages    Facebook - @youthvillages    Twitter - @youthvillages   YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages    LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages          Listen to this episode on   Apple   Spotify    Google Play   Amazon Music    YouTube         Privacy Policy     All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.    Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.    www.youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/  

In this episode of Extra Innings, hear from Ken Kimble, the Managing Director of Development for Youth Villages, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping emotionally and behaviorally troubled children and their families live successfully. Jay interviews Ken on his career journey and how his experience through Boy Scouts of America and his family roots in Memphis brought him to Youth Villages, and the lessons he gleaned along the way. To learn more about Jay Myers or his podcast guests, visit www.jaymyersceo.com.

Jaquelyn was motivated to embark on the difficult journey from Guatemala to the United States by the promise of opportunity. By the time she and her 5-year-old nephew arrived to the U.S., she'd experienced so much trauma; she literally had no fear left in her body. Through foster care and a revolving door of new environments, Jaquelyn remained grounded in her determination to go to college. To Rosa Duvall, a clinical manager for strategic partnerships with LifeSet, Jaquelyn is a shining example of the self-efficacy Youth Villages hopes to elicit in foster youth. All people have the ability to form goals and dreams, and Jaquelyn's story is one example of how they can propel a person forward, unrelenting in achieving them.      Links from the show  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255  Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages here.  Join the force for families. 101 locations across 23 states (including D.C.) Check out open positions near you.    Full show description   www.youthvillages.org/podcast        Social Media    Instagram - @youthvillages    Facebook - @youthvillages    Twitter - @youthvillages   YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages    LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages          Listen to this episode on   Apple   Spotify    Google Play   Amazon Music    YouTube         Privacy Policy     All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.    Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.    www.youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/       

Twins Jordan and Devan escaped generational poverty and found themselves on the road toward embodying their ideal selves. Being educated, healthy and financially stable once was only a fantasy, but with the help of Youth Villages and strong support systems, Jordan and Devan have found themselves living their wildest dreams. Poverty, anxiety and depression can make it impossible to help yourself, but there will always be someone equipped to help you. As Youth Villages mental health professional Becky Smith explains, doing better is a skill, not a will -- and sometimes, we just need to be taught.   Since the interview–Both Jordan and Devan now work for Youth Villages. Jordan, a Mentor Liaison, helps with recruiting, training, and managing volunteers who mentor the youth participating in Youth Villages' services.  Devan, a Clinical Applications Specialist, provides IT support and training for the digital tools used by the clinical team.  Jordan and Devan also participate in public speaking events representing Youth Villages and advocating for child welfare programs.  Links from the show  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255  Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages here.  Join the force for families. 101 locations across 23 states (including D.C.) Check out open positions near you.      Full show description   www.youthvillages.org/podcast        Social Media    Instagram - @youthvillages    Facebook - @youthvillages    Twitter - @youthvillages   YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages    LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages          Listen to this episode on   Apple   Spotify    Google Play   Amazon Music    YouTube         Privacy Policy     All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.    Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.    www.youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/     

When Ajah was experiencing childhood sexual abuse, she reached out to the adults in her life for help and was met with only indifference and betrayal. Ajah felt powerless until a slogan at school, “You are what you make,” redefined her life's trajectory. The idea she could build a better life for herself was invigorating and made more tangible when her LifeSet specialist exposed her to new places and experiences. Youth Villages Managing Director of Clinical Services Dr. Rebekah Lemmons discusses how our environments shape our outcomes. Dr. Lemmons believes we influence our environment by choosing what kind of media we consume. Learn how Ajah set herself on the path to a better life by becoming an ‘information shopaholic.'     Since the interview – Ajah graduated from Wake Technical Community College in North Carolina with a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance. She is currently working in the billing department at Walmart, but is currently seeking a career in the tech industry.    Links from the show  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255  Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages here.  Join the force for families. 101 locations across 23 states (including D.C.) Check out open positions near you.      Full show description   www.youthvillages.org/podcast        Social Media    Instagram - @youthvillages    Facebook - @youthvillages    Twitter - @youthvillages   YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages    LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages          Listen to this episode on   Apple   Spotify    Google Play   Amazon Music    YouTube         Privacy Policy     All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.    Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.    www.youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/     

When Jake found himself in a residential facility as a teenager, he was constantly told by staff he would never amount to anything. Jake was aware the statistics on foster youth who age out of the system are grim and was determined to break out of the cycle of institutionalization. Driven by a strong desire to help others in his situation, Jake took matters into his own hands and proved his naysayers wrong. Youth Villages Licensed Program Expert John Milner explains how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps young people like Jake avoid “acting out the label” by offering an alternative way of thinking.     Links from the show  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255  Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages here.  Join the force for families. 101 locations across 23 states (including D.C.) Check out open positions near you.    Full show description   www.youthvillages.org/podcast        Social Media    Instagram - @youthvillages    Facebook - @youthvillages    Twitter - @youthvillages   YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages    LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages       Listen to this episode on   Apple   Spotify    Google Play   Amazon Music    YouTube         Privacy Policy     All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.    Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.    www.youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/       

Jennifer's brother Michael was her biggest advocate growing up. Upon entering the foster care system as small children, Michael aggressively defended his sister. But without the tools to manage his emotional reactions, Michael ended up attracting harm to himself. As a late teen, Jennifer was connected to Youth Villages and their program, Life Set. Using their resources and undergoing therapy, she is now able to advocate for foster youth enduring experiences like her own. Learn how it's possible to break generational curses by managing trauma effectively and advocating fiercely on this episode of Stronger Than You Think    Links from the show  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255  Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages here.  Join the force for families. 101 locations across 23 states (including D.C.) Check out open positions near you.    Full show description   www.youthvillages.org/podcast        Social Media    Instagram - @youthvillages    Facebook - @youthvillages    Twitter - @youthvillages   YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages    LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages         Listen to this episode on   Apple   Spotify    Google Play   Amazon Music    YouTube        Privacy Policy     All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.    Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.    www.youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/   

Ares was terrified of his abusive biological mother, but one thing he is grateful for is her teaching him the Lord's Prayer. Ares prayed every night of his childhood and credits his faith with carrying him through hardship and into a successful track career throughout high school and now at North Carolina State University. Ares' LifeSet Specialist Alleyah Mason points out that spiritual faith is something no one can take away from you. Through the guiding light of spirituality, Ares was led to real family in his teammates, their families and coaches. For Ares, God served as a reminder of the light at the end of the tunnel.       Links from the show  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988-273-8255  Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages here.  Join the force for families. 101 locations across 23 states (including D.C.) Check out open positions near you.    Full show description   www.youthvillages.org/podcast        Social Media    Instagram - @youthvillages    Facebook - @youthvillages    Twitter - @youthvillages   YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages    LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages          Listen to this episode on   Apple   Spotify    Google Play   Amazon Music    YouTube         Privacy Policy     All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.    Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.    www.youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/     

Years of bullying and low self-esteem made Julia forget what it was like to feel happy. Hopelessness turned into self-harm and into a string of suicide attempts that left Julia wondering why she hated herself. Asking this question changed Julia's mindset, and she eventually found hope and happiness through volunteer work. Youth Villages Program Director for Crisis Services Raquel Shutze explains there is hope through connection. Learn how Julia changed her life through connections with fellow volunteers, LifeSet and therapeutic animals on this episode of Stronger Than You Think.   Since the interview–Julia is on track to graduate May 2023 from Southern New Hampshire University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology. Julia and her fiance recently purchased their first home together. After graduation, she plans to get her master's degree in social work.  Links from the show: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988-273-8255  Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages here. Join the force for families. 101 locations across 23 states and the District of Columbia. Check out open positions near you. Full show description: www.youthvillages.org/podcast    Social Media Instagram - @youthvillages   Facebook - @youthvillages    Twitter - @youthvillages   YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages    LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages       Listen to this episode on  Apple  Spotify Google Amazon Music YouTube  Privacy Policy     All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.    Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.    www.youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/       

Growing up, Darrah was the strong one. From a young age, her mother's mental illness forced her to be the adult of the household. For Darrah, entering the foster care system and experiencing structure for the first time was a relief; but even then, she was on her own. After achieving academic and professional success, Darrah was still confronted with the question: “Who's going to take care of me?” The answer had been the same all along. Learn how you can be your own greatest ally through the practice of positive affirmation and remember, “You got this!” Links from the show  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988-273-8255  Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages here. (http://bit.ly/3Q0u3pK ) Join the force for families. 101 locations across 23 states (including D.C.) Check out open positions near you. (http://bit.ly/3C8hnaV) Meet the Expert! Kristin Landers is the Director of LifeSet and Transition Age Services overseeing all clinical needs for the LifeSet program across the country. LifeSet is one of the nation's first — and now one of the largest — evidence-informed programs helping bridge the gap for young people who are aging out of foster care and transitioning into adulthood. In her role, Landers supports program model fidelity internally and externally, as well as the development of clinical best practices and program model adaptation pilots. Originally from Ashland, Oregon, Kristin graduated from the University of California (undergrad), University of San Francisco (graduate) and is a licensed marriage and family therapist. She has more than 30 years of experience in the mental health field. Kristin started her journey at Youth Villages over 22 years ago as an in-home specialist. If you're interested in working in the LifeSet program, contact us here.   Full show description  www.youthvillages.org/podcast    Social Media   Instagram - @youthvillages   Facebook - @youthvillages   Twitter - @youthvillages  YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages   LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages 

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Pat Lawler, CEO of Youth Villages, who highlights the Memphis, Tennessee-based nonprofit that is a national leader in children's mental and behavioral health committed to build strong families, delivering effective services and significantly improving outcomes for children, families and young people involved in child welfare and juvenile justice systems across the country. Founded in 1986, the organization's 3,400 employees help more than 36,000 children annually in 23 states across the U.S. and the District of Columbia. Youth Villages has been recognized by the Harvard Business School and U.S. News & World Report and was identified by The White House as one of the nation's most promising results-oriented nonprofit organizations.During the interview, Pat also highlights their new podcast, Stronger Than You Think, which focuses on interviewing and sharing the stories of the organization's team members. Through their stories, you get a glimpse into the path that brought each of them to Youth Villages, how they maintain personal and professional wellness in a field that challenges them, and the stories from which they draw inspiration to keep doing their critical work. Pat then wraps up discussing Memphis Allies, an initiative launched by Youth Villages that is bringing together community groups and resources to turn the City's most dangerous places into safe neighborhoods where families and businesses can thrive and children can reach their full potential as adults. Pat talks about their SWITCH model, the feedback already being received, and how the community can get involved and support their efforts.Visit www.youthvillages.org or www.memphisallies.org to learn more.

What qualifies a person to confront gun violence in our communities? Troy Dotson believes his lived experience and ability to freely speak about his life allows him to connect in a way that can leave a meaningful impact on victims and perpetrators of gun violence. As a reformed gang member, minister and now working with Youth Villages' community violence intervention gun violence reduction initiative Memphis Allies, Troy uses his unique combination of skills and perspective to forge relationships and change trajectories for people in Memphis. He shares his life story, trauma and hardships that have ultimately shaped his passion for this work – work aimed at saving lives and keeping our communities safer. Links from the show: Join the force for families. View open positions with Memphis Allies and Residential Learn more about Troy's story Switch Team Members Have Earned The Right To Be Heard Full show description: www.youthvillages.org/podcast Social Media LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - youtube.com/youthvillages Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

When you're fresh out of college, it can feel overwhelming to choose a career path and earn skills that you'll be beholden to for your entire career. For students like Tricia Murphy who knew they wanted to work closely with children and families, the pressure to commit to a graduate-degree program before ever entering the workforce weighs even heavier. But upon finding Youth Villages and its YV360 program, Tricia realized she could work with kids and families, and even grow her career, before deciding to commit to a graduate degree. She shares the impact of internal upward mobility and a willingness to support career growth in her episode of Stronger Than You Think. Links from the show Learn more about our residential services. Building relationships that heal in Youth Villages' residential programs Join the force for families. View open positions in residential here and LifeSet here. Full show description www.youthvillages.org/podcast Social Media LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

Unlike football, life doesn't come with a playbook. But even still, the ability to read situations and respond, to leave losses behind you and trudge forward, and to work as a team to achieve goals are football lessons that apply universally to life. Rictrell Harris brings to his role at Youth Villages years of sports experience. While that sometimes directly translates as he plays pickup games with kids at Bill's Place, it also is evident in his adaptable approach to family care and his team-oriented mindset. Like many employees at Youth Villages, Rictrell perfectly merges personal experience and passion to best serve children, and he shares a glimpse into those experiences on this episode of Stronger Than You Think. Links from the show  • Learn more about our residential services.     • Building relationships that heal in Youth Villages' residential programs    • Join the force for families. View open positions in residential here.    Full show description  • www.youthvillages.org/podcast    Social Media   • LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages   • Instagram - @youthvillages   • Facebook - @youthvillages   • YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages  Privacy Policy   All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law.    Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.    youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/ 

Kristin Getman is the Assistant Director of Development at Youth Villages and she returned to the show to share with listeners what they are doing at Youth Villages for the holidays and how you can get involved with making a child's Christmas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristin Getman is the Assistant Director of Development for Youth Villages and she joined Todd Starnes on Wake Up Memphis to tell listeners how they can get involved this year with purchasing gifts for local kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Can we start now?” Those are some of the first words Maggie Anglin says to newly enrolled families in her program. The urgency with which she approaches families in the Intercept program is equal parts policy and personal passion. She wishes there would have been someone to intervene on behalf of her 10-year-old self before her depression drove her toward dangerous decisions. With two decades of therapy-fueled recovery under her belt and a master's degree in social work in her back pocket, Maggie can connect with kids in crisis and provide families with tactics to support their needs. Maggie shares how the world today is more friendly toward children learning to navigate mental health challenges, and how a generation of professionals like her are leveraging their experiences to create meaningful change and make their younger selves proud. Links from the show: Join the force for families. View open Nursing positions here. Full show description www.youthvillages.org/podcast Social Media LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

Rendering medical services to children who have interwoven physical and mental health needs is something that even the best nursing schools can't prepare you for. Lyndsey Lewis, like many professionals on her team of nurses, learned through doing and navigating relationships with children under her care. Early in her career, she recognized the life experiences of children at Youth Villages made honest and clear health care relationships important, so she turned to one of the organization's core tenants for guidance: always do what you say you're going to do. With this mindset, she has built trust among her youth and team, confronting the most medically and emotionally challenging cases with a desire to create positive outcomes through innovative care. Links from the show Join the force for families. View open Nursing positions here. Full show description www.youthvillages.org/podcast Social Media LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

Deeply rooted empathy is often born from life experiences. Latoria Jenkins' connections with her Youth Villages youth and families are a prime example. Because she navigated years of her older sister's mental health crises, she is uniquely equipped to walk alongside youth and their families as they work through similar circumstances. And because this has been part of her life story, it makes sense that she frames her career in Youth Villages' residential program as a lifestyle. Daily, she revels in the opportunity to support children, providing second chances and a new perspective among those who don't often get them. She sees that as her goal: to leave children with new skills so they can radically change their lives. Links from the show: Learn more about our residential services. Building relationships that heal in Youth Villages' residential programs Join the force for families. View open positions in residential here. Full show description: www.youthvillages.org/podcast Social Media LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - youtube.com/youthvillages Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

Carl Davis' path to Youth Villages can be outlined through several significant figures: two drug-addicted parents, four siblings who became involved with the justice system, 11 funerals attended for victims of gun violence and countless times when he chose a different path for his life than that of the people he loved. Now, 14 years later, Carl is the Director of Operations for Memphis Allies, a collaborative initiative launched by Youth Villages to reduce gun violence. He still relies upon lessons learned from one of the first young people he helped: consistency, connection and a conscious choice to see the good in people are all things that ignite change and create opportunities for a better future. What takes form is different for each relationship – and his decision to invest in the lives of children and youth at every stage of his career is what saw him move from an overnight teacher counselor to a director of operations. Links from the show: Join the force for families. View open positions with Memphis Allies and Residential Helping Young Men Choose a Different Path Full show description: www.youthvillages.org/podcast Social Media LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - youtube.com/youthvillages Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

A life spent helping others is a life worth living. Dennis McBee knew this was his purpose, but the road to a career supporting families was a winding one. As a young man, he struggled to overcome loss and poverty –and all of the challenges associated with being poor and a self-proclaimed “geek” growing up in South Memphis. While the path wasn't always smooth, there were people along the way who helped him dream of a brighter future, and he knows the power of that type of hope. Now, he uses his story to connect with children and families served by Youth Villages, building plans and envisioning opportunities beyond their wildest dreams. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains references to suicide (suicidal ideation) that may be triggering and difficult to hear. This trigger warning is to empower you as the listener to make a healthy decision about if/when and how you should consume this podcast. Links from the show Learn more about our intensive in-home services. Our intensive in-home services program's new rating allows states to receive federal funding. Read how Intercept has helped Lexi and her family in Massachusetts. Join the force for families. View open positions here. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 Full show description www.youthvillages.org/podcast Social Media LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages   Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

My guest, today for the 2nd time, is Youth Villages CEO Pat Lawler. When someone has led an organization from less than 100 kids a year, a handful of staff, and evolved into an impact of more than 32,000 kids a year and over 3,600 staff and counting, they are going to have something to say that's important to listen and learn from. It's energizing how a dream can start small, with focus, resiliency, passion, and leadership, it can evolve to be a national thought leader decades later and just getting started. Children's behavioral health and crime are crucial to our communities and the cities we live. It's a privilege to release this interview on my podcast, where you will learn: What it takes to make a culture permeate all the way down to the front line Why being a front-line leader matters and the value it gives you to your organization How their recent national intercept recognition opens up even more tremendous opportunities across the United States Plus, much more! Please enjoy this week's episode with Pat Lawler! This podcast was recorded for my work for Youth Villages on their own podcast Stronger Than You Think. So please check that out if you like this interview. This episode was such a great interview. I wanted to release it here on my podcast. Links: https://youthvillages.org/ Intercept recognition- https://youthvillages.org/youth-villages-intercept-program-model-receives-well-supported-designation-from-family-first-clearinghouse/

When you pour your life into your work, you want your company to pour back into you. That's the reciprocal relationship that Whitney Malone found at Youth Villages. In her 11 years with the organization, she has used her life to impact hundreds of children in our residential programs –  and the unique culture at Youth Villages has not only kept her with the organization but has propelled her to grow as a professional. Through the story of her upbringing, collegiate basketball experience and decade-long investment in our children, Whitney provides listeners with a glimpse into the career-building mentality that exists among the Youth Villages team and how hard work begets opportunities to grow, learn and succeed. Links from the show: Learn more about all occupational therapy and our residential services. Building relationships that heal in Youth Villages' residential programs. Join the force for families. View open positions in residential here. Full show description www.youthvillages.org/podcast Social Media LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages   Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

Sometimes, all it takes for a child to find a new path forward is the faith of one person. Clinical Supervisor Merry Byers knows from her upbringing, a career in law enforcement and her time at Youth Villages that thousands of young people find themselves on the outskirts of society, susceptible to crime, violence and unthinkable tragedy. But, the intervention of one person can make a world of difference. In this episode of Stronger Than You Think, Byers tells the story of her unconventional path to social work and how her current professional endeavor in intensive in-home services for juvenile court-involved youth is inspired by all of her lived experiences. Links from the show: Join the force for families. View open positions with Memphis Allies and Intercept® Read an article about Memphis Allies, Youth Villages' new gun violence initiative. Join the force for families. Apply for employment here. Full show description: www.youthvillages.org/podcast Social Media LinkedIn - linkedin.com/school/youth-villages/ Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/youthvillages    Listen to this episode on: Apple Spotify Google Play Amazon Music YouTube Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

How do you tackle the significant challenges facing thousands of children and families across the country who are part of the child welfare system? Youth Villages CEO Patrick Lawler is undaunted by the enormity and encourages his employees to approach their work one family at a time. With decades of social work experience and a tenured history with the organization, Lawler knows better than anyone that making meaningful improvements in the lives of children and families starts an idea, a person who cares and people behind them with a vision for expansion. In the first episode of Stronger Than You Think, Lawler taps into what makes Youth Villages the vibrant, impactful organization it is today by demonstrating the source of his employees' collective strength, as well as how our boldest initiative to-date, ending gun violence, is influencing change in Memphis, Tennessee.   Links from the show: Learn more about all the programs at Youth Villages. Our intensive in-home services program's new rating allows states to receive federal funding. See how Memphis Allies is working to reduce gun violence in Memphis, Tennessee. Join the force for families. Apply for employment here.   Full show description: www.youthvillages.org/podcast   Social Media LinkedIn – linkedin.com/school/youth-villages Instagram - @youthvillages Facebook - @youthvillages YouTube - youtube.com/user/youthvillages Privacy Policy All rights reserved. “Youth Villages” is a registered service mark owned by Youth Villages®, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 58-1716970). Your gift is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Youth Villages® is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits   youthvillages.org/privacy-statement/

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Pat Lawler, CEO of Youth Villages, who highlights the Memphis, Tennessee-based private nonprofit organization dedicated to helping emotionally and behaviorally troubled children and their families live successfully.During the interview, Pat shares some of the big things happening with their Intercept and LifeSet programs, which leads into discussing their newest initiative, Memphis Allies. Memphis Allies, launched by Youth Villages, is bringing together community groups and resources to turn our most dangerous places in Memphis into safe neighborhoods where families and businesses can thrive and children can grow up to reach their full potential as adults. Pat talks about why they started the initiative, why gun violence is one of the most pressing issues here in Memphis, their SWITCH model, and how people can get involved and support the effort.Visit www.memphisallies.org or www.youthvillages.org to learn more. You can also call 901-252-7900 to get help for someone involved in gun violence.

During the Youth Villages camp sponsored by Ashley Furniture, Head Coach Ryan Silverfield and Javonte Porter with Youth Villages talked to the media this morning. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Samantha Talarico, Foster Care Trainer/Recruiter with Youth Villages, talks with Tim & Ben about National Foster Care Awareness Month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hannah Miller, Communications Liaison for Columbia Fire and Rescue, discusses the upcoming "Survive to Arrive" safe driving campaign in conjunction with Maury County Schools. Also, Calista Barberi, recruiter and trainer with Youth Villages, talks with Jack about the continuing need for foster parents to help with the work of Tennessee Youth Villages.

The $60 million “Memphis Allies” gun violence initiative is new turf for Youth Villages, which historically hasn't worked with teens and young adults accused of violent crimes. The leader of Youth Villages and the Memphis Allies effort talked about the change on “Behind The Headlines.”

Dickey's Doing Good tells good stories about good people doing good things in the community. Our guest this time is CASA of Collin County Executive Director Tricia Clifton. Tricia has been with CASA for several years and has spent her career in the nonprofit sector with organizations like Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Back on My Feet and Youth Villages. She also has a degree in professional counseling and a passion for helping children and the community.

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