Jul 28, 2021
A Healthy
Place
Building
Connections Episode 6
Becky Merritt, Branch Manager for the Kent County YMCA, discusses how exercise, socialization and relaxation promotes health. Special emphasis is placed on youth related summer camps and adult fitness programs. The ‘Y’ is a wonderful resource as we begin to move back...
Jul 26, 2021
PAWS..for a
moment
Episode 2 with Bob
Houghtaling
Bob (and PAWS) continue a discussion about alcohol and the role it plays in our society. Special emphasis is placed on culture, treatment and the development of prevention approaches. Finally, Alan Willoughby, who developed the ATP Model, is recognized for being well...
Jul 20, 2021
Purposeful Connections
Terri Gregg, a Supervisor for RI Student Assistance Services, shares her experiences working with parents and teens as well as a column she writes. Special emphasis is placed on helping young people develop a sense of purpose along with offering them an opportunity for...
Jul 19, 2021
An
Overview
Episode 1 with Bob
Houghtaling
Bob Houghtaling asks us to ‘PAWS for a Moment’ while introducing a new summer series which addresses alcohol, impaired driving and mental health concerns. Today’s episode describes the PAWS Campaign as well as details how Covid-19 exacerbated many substance...
Jul 6, 2021
A Summer
Update
Episode 4: Building Connections
Kathy and Bob provide an overview for a myriad of prevention initiatives to be offered over the summer. Special emphasis is placed on diversity programs, impaired driving campaigns and youth trainings.