Nov 23, 2021
Kelly Wishart, Chief Operating Officer for Coastline EAP, discusses her work and how it supports employees struggling with mental health/substance abuse concerns. Special emphasis is placed on creating safe and supportive workplace communities.
Nov 2, 2021
Building Connections Episode 14
with Kathy Sullivan & Bob Houghtaling
Taking a STAAND
Kimberly Maine, Advisor, along with Esmeralda Gonzalez and Tiffany Garant, from STAAND (Students Taking Action Against Negative Decisions), discuss their outstanding work in West Warwick addressing tobacco use, substance abuse, and...
Oct 29, 2021
Social and Emotional Development
The Covid-19 Crisis has impacted students in many ways – one of the most salient being Mental Health. In addition to placing kids under stress and distancing them from supports, Covid has also led to situations that have delayed emotional maturation. In short, isolation appears to have...
Oct 26, 2021
Building Connections Episode 13
with Kathy Sullivan & Bob Houghtaling
Something Important to Hear
Kathi and Chris Sullivan revisit Building Connections to discuss their important work addressing substance abuse and mental health. Emphasis is placed on underage drinking, parenting, cultural norms and stigma. Both agree...
Oct 25, 2021
Lucy’s
Booth
Episode 33
with Sophie Brusini and Bob Houghtaling
Under the Sea
Darian Lisle, an Aquarist, discusses her work at Mystic Aquarium. Special emphasis is placed on how she got involved with studying sea life as well as the importance of protecting our oceans. Finally, significant detail is given to the many...