Thriving Forward

The only program of its kind in New York State, the Crisis Nursery, a program of The Center For Youth, delivers no-cost, emergency childcare to families during crises.  In this episode Sarah interviews Monica Thomas, the Program Manager for Crisis Nursery, and Joanne Lathan, the Assistant Manager.

The Crisis Nursery includes two facilities; one on the west side of the city of Rochester on Genesee Park Blvd, and a second location called Owen’s House, located in the northeast quadrant of Rochester on Rosewood Terrace. 

Both Crisis Nursery locations are open 24/7 365 days year and staffed by The Center for Youth and volunteers.

24 hour Crisis Line: 585-271-7670

Website: https://www.centerforyouth.net/crisis-nurseries/

To learn about volunteer opportunities contact Kathy Cummings at 585-473-2464.
To reach Crisis Nursery directly, call 585-235-5750.
To reach Owen’s House directly, call 585-482-2561.

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Christine Callanan is a Rochester native and a career civil servant in the District Attorney's offices in both Monroe and Wayne Counties. In this podcast episode she speaks to the role of the District Attorney's office for victims of crimes, their families, the perpetrators of those crimes and the greater community.

Wayne County DA Office website: https://web.co.wayne.ny.us/Directory.aspx?DID=17 

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We welcomed GiGi's Playhouse Board Members Carrie and Katie this week. Carrie has Trisomy 21 and has benefited greatly from the support of her family and GiGi's playhouse both in Rochester and Syracuse.  Carrie has written two children's books about her experiences.

GiGi's Playhouse:  https://gigisplayhouse.org/rochester/

Special Tomato: https://www.specialtomato.com/about.html

Adaptive Mall: https://www.adaptivemall.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw2P-KBhByEiwADBYWCoa6UjnwX5eXwrT0gFyyd-DQfDXsEZlmslYeGVXjdlw-X-AGKHanxRoCG4QQAvD_BwE

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SPCC has a long history of championing children's rights, from the time it was founded in the late 19th century, to its expansive programs and advocacy work today.  In this episode Sarah talks with Sarah Fitzgibbons, the Vice President of Programs & Practices at SPCC, as well as an Infant Health Mentor.  They discuss how SPCC works to support some of the most vulnerable children and families and exactly what the term "infant mental health" means.

Learn more about SPCC here.

Facebook:  The Society for The Protection and Care of Children 

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When Rochester began talking about filling in the Inner Loop North, artist Shawn Dunwoody and activist Suzanne Mayer teamed up from the two neighborhoods opposite that part of the highway to form Hinge Neighbors.  Together they are working to involve, empower, and lift up the voices of the residents to create a cohesive neighborhood as plans to fill in the Inner Loop move forward.

Listen in as Sarah talks with Shawn and Suzanne about how their unlikely friendship came about and the importance of listening and showing up when working in the community.

To learn more about Hinge Neighbors, click or tap here.

Instagram:  @hingeneighbors
Facebook:  @hingeneighbors

To follow Shawn Dunwoody on Instagram:
@shawndunwoody 

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The Rochester area is full of beautiful outdoor spaces, but the reality is those spaces are not available to everyone.  In this episode Sarah talks with Lucienne Nicholson, the founder of Inclusive Woods & Us, a non-profit dedicated to making nature accessible to ALL people, especially traditionally marginalized communities.  

To learn more about Inclusive Woods & Us, visit:
https://inclusivewoodsandus.org/
FB:  @Woodsandus
IG:  @woodsandus

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In this episode we meet Leah Hill, the Clinical Engagement Specialist for the Adolescent and Young Adult Program at Strong Recovery. She shares her passion for advocacy in the substance abuse recovery community locally. She also speaks to the array of services now available at Strong Recovery AYA. If you or someone you know is dealing with substance abuse and you are looking for support listen to this episode to learn more.

Strong Recovery AYA

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In this episode we discuss the many hats that Dr. Murray wears in our community, the COVID delta variant, provider advocacy and so much more!

Bivona Child Advocacy Center

REACH is a Referral and Evaluation service for Abused Children

American Academy of Pediatrics & Healthychildren.org

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This week on the podcast we are excited to welcome Ed Popil, the entertainer behind local drag superstar, Mrs Kasha Davis. During this episode we discuss the inspiration behind Mrs Kasha Davis, her upcoming project with Blackfriars Theatre, and the things that keep her grounded.  This interview focuses on the man behind the woman and we hope you enjoy hearing it as much as we enjoyed recording it!

https://www.instagram.com/mrskashadavis/?hl=en

http://www.blackfriars.org/imaginationstation-main

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Joseph Morelle, Jr. is a life-long resident of the Town of Irondequoit. He represents the Monroe County Legislature's 17th Legislative District, which comprises the southern half of Irondequoit. He serves on the Legislature's Ways & Means and Transportation Committees. 

Joseph is the VP of Student Housing Development for Wilmorite Management Group, LLC in Henrietta. A graduate of Eastridge High School, he holds a degree in business from SUNY Geneseo. 

On this week's episode of the podcast, Megan and Joe discuss his passion for local politics, work in the county legislature that he is proud of, and the political divide as it currently stands.

Website: https://www.monroecounty.gov/legislature-legislators#17
https://www.facebook.com/JosephMorelleJr/ 

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