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.
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.
"New science lab facilities at the University of Vermont are designed to provide an active learning environment and provide a unique educational experience. Data shows an increase of GPA of the class through the interactive learning model.
Interview recorded on October 25, 2017 at the University of Vermont. Hosted by Eric Clemons.
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The National Center for PTSD works to advance the clinical care and social welfare of Veterans or others who have experienced trauma or stress-related disorders or PTSD, through research, education and training in the science. Dr. Paula Schnurr explains.
Friends of Stowe Adaptive Sports empowers people with disabilities to reclaim their lives through recreational activity and sports. Eileen Casey explains why sports and recreation help develop independence, as well as physical and mental well-being.
The Howard Center in Burlington cares for Vermont's communities through its programs; including mental health, substance abuse treatment and intellectual and developmental disabilities services, all in an effort to improve the well-being of Vermonters.
Interview recorded on October 25, 2017 at the University of Vermont.
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