Veteran Board member Shari Shafer discusses her personal connection with the work of the Board and how she’s seen an increased openness to discussing mental health and substance use issues.

(Record Date: February 13, 2024)

Dr. Ashley and the Boss reviewed the day that was RSVP. They highlight each conference session and the speakers, bringing valuable content to life. Important contact information for follow-up is shared, and listeners are encouraged to check out all the conference materials at: https://www.ashlandmhrb.org/rsvp-conference/


(Record Date: April 3, 2024)

Long-time Board member Connie Butler shares memories, insights, and encouragement with Dr. Ashley and The Boss.

(Record Date: January 29, 2024)

Dr. Ashley and The Boss “Axe” Ben Key the tough questions. Ben explains why being the youngest Board member is an advantage.

(Record Date: February 6, 2024)

Former Board Chair, retired Professor, and longtime area social worker Nancy Udolph sits down with Dr. Ashley and The Boss to describe the importance of serving on Ashland’s Mental Health & Recover Board.

(Record Date: January 29, 2024)

Dr. Ashley and the Boss talk about this year’s conference. The conference will focus on art and music therapy and continue Pat Risser and Steve Stone’s legacy of a conference focused on alternative approaches to helping persons struggling with mental/emotional distress as well as substance use.

(Record Date: February 8, 2024)

The Boss was left alone to interview Board Member Cindy Kyser. Find out how the nicest corrections officer ever ended up on the Board!

(Record Date: January 23, 2024)

The Boss and Board Member Dennis Dyer discuss Board programs and how his long experience as a substance use counselor helped in being an effective board member.

(Record Date: January 2, 2024)

Dr. Ashley and The Boss get valuable insights from long-time resident and educator, Tom Gaus. Tom talks about the areas he feels is making the most community impact and what the community needs to know about the work of the board.

(Record Date: January 8, 2024)

Dr. Ashley and The Boss interviewed the current MHRB Planning Chair, Sara Battison. “South County Sara” emphasized the passion and commitment she’s witnessed in the Board’s contract partners (Appleseed, Catholic Charities, and ACCADA.)

(Record Date: January 2, 2024)