Vermont State Parks works to serve and interpret on behalf of the people of Vermont, their natural, cultural, historic, and scenic heritage; thus providing recreational opportunities, economic and health benefits. Craig Whipple joins Newsmakers.
Hosted by: Nathan O'LearyProduced by: Western New England Newsmakers Team
Children’s Literacy Foundation provides free and inspiring literacy programs and brand-new books to low-income, at-risk, and rural children up to age 12 in almost 85% of the communities in New Hampshire and Vermont. Erika Nichols-Frazer talks about the impact of learning to read.
The pillars of the United Way are education, income and health. Green Mountain United Way Executive Director, Tawnya Kristen, joins Newsmaker to discuss initiatives improving the overall quality of life in the Vermont communities they serve
Teaching youth strong financial literacy skills, like how to live within a budget and how to handle credit, while they are young will prepare them for a future with financial success. Vermont Jump$tart Coalition Co-President, Nancy Zorn, explains.
The American Red Crossis the largest single supplier of blood and blood products in the U.S. and is also a first responder to 64,000 U.S. disasters each year. Kevin Mazuzan, Executive Director of the Vermont and New Hampshire Region joins Newsmakers.
There's a wide variety of benefits available to veterans and their families in Vermont. Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs Director, Robert Burke, joins Nathan O'Leary to discuss how veterans can learn about benefits and receive help with navigating services.
The Boys and Girls Club of Burlington is a safe place that provides supportive relationships with caring, adult professionals while members take part in life-enhancing programs. Executive Director, Tanya Benosky, talks about the benefits of Club programs.
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death in teens 10-14. Bullying, both online and off, is a top issue among America's youth. Sweethearts and Heroes educates society about the impact bullying has on all of our schools, neighborhoods, and individuals.
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Just as you take care of your physical health, you should take care of your mental health. The Vermont Department of Mental Health works to ensure Vermonters are provided with quality mental health services. Commissioner Melissa Bailey explains.
One in three women and one in seven men will be victims of severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime. Steps to End Domestic Violence offers services to survivors of domestic violence of all ages and genders.
Interview recorded on October 26, 2017 at the University of Vermont.
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