Pretend I Know Nothing About is a podcast about the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging staff and programs. Each episode features staff from COAAA sharing about their role at the agency, how they got here, the committees they serve on, challenges in their work, and ideas for the future. To learn more about the inception and goal, check out the trailer episode “Welcome to Pretend I Know Nothing About.”
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Do you want to fill your care home beds faster using PR and marketing techniques? Do you want more enquiries from private pay families? Subscribe to the Care Home PR And Marketing Masterclass Podcast that will help provide you with advice on how to ensure you have full occupancy and maximise annual revenue for your homes.
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Do you work at an animal sanctuary or rescue? Is it your dream to start one? Join the staff of The Open Sanctuary Project as we have accessible conversations about some of the many important topics affecting sanctuaries and compassionate animal care, including species-specific guidance and sanctuary logistics, staff and volunteer support, governance considerations, fundraising and budgeting, public outreach, and effective humane education strategies! For more information and to access our ex ...
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The Southern 7 Podcast introduces you to the many programs, services and special events presented by Southern 7 Health Department & Head Start, with new episodes added frequently. Each episode will feature something new to help you and your family live better and stay healthier. You'll meet our staff and, from time to time, visit with some of our regional agency partners. We hope you enjoy the Southern 7 Podcast.
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A list of Nursing Agencies and Home Care Services in the UK. Welcome to our podcast. Agency Care Staff is a business directory for Nursing Agencies and Home Care Services in the UK. We cover England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland and Northern Ireland. You can find a care agency using our search tool. Our aim is to help you find a care agency in your area, that suits your needs. Nursing Agencies and Home Care Services can list their business on our website, for free. On our website, you can also a ...
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Welcome to Vision: The Care Leaders’ Podcast—a podcast that gives you an inside look at what’s happening in home care, home health, and hospice. Hosts Linda Leekley and Amanda Sternklar sit down with industry leaders to discuss pressing challenges, operational best practices, rising trends, and answer top-of-mind questions from providers across the nation. Catch a new episode of Vision every other Tuesday.
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HCS staff, clients, and community talk about the Sanctuary model concepts and changing our agency culture to a trauma informed one.
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This daily podcast for federal audiences that address the top stories for each day ahead. Host Ross Gianfortune interviews newsmakers, GovExec staff and experts for analysis of the news of the day.
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This podcast is dedicated to talking to experts and others about all aspects of death and dying. You know, that thing we don't really want to talk about! As a hospice carer and former psychiatric nurse as well as writer and former Theatre director, I invite guests to talk about their roles in and what to expect in the last four weeks of life. What happens to the person dying, what help is there, what to do before and after the event. Many of the families we go in to see have one thing in com ...
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As the owner of a travel marketing agency, I've worked with travel businesses for over 10 years and seen what works and what doesn't first hand, learning a lot of lessons along the way. This podcast is here to share the stories of business leaders in the travel industry, from the biggest successes to the hardest challenges and everything in between. And there's a dash of wanderlust thrown in along the way for good measure. You'll get actionable advice, inspirational stories and leading insig ...
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Hello and welcome to “Work Happy” – a podcast series focused on using technology to explore better ways of working. I’m your host, Alex Graves, Co-Founder & CEO of Silicon Reef, a leading SharePoint Development Agency and Microsoft Modern Work Solutions Partner which creates people-led solutions that work. I’ve started this podcast to interview those who are leading the future of work within some of the biggest global brands including IKEA, The Cooperative and Virgin Media to name a few.As w ...
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The 2024 Cancer Warriors Walk for Hope (CWWH) is coming to Metropolis on October 5. This is the final of 3 episodes in our CWWH podcast series about this remarkable effort to combat cancer for those living in the southern tip of Illinois. You'll hear from those associated with this event as they share how they meet the needs of patients through adv…
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What were the pivotal steps in forming the Central Ohio Stable Housing Network (COSHN), and how has its mission evolved in response to the housing crisis in Columbus? In this episode, we'll explore the collaborative efforts that started The Central Ohio Stable Housing Network, or COSHN. It's vital role of emergency rental assistance in averting evi…
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We explore the critical world of housing assistance with our special guests, Jennifer Tiedt and Brittany Kunkler, who are coordinators of the COAAA Housing Assistance Program. Jennifer and Brittany will discuss the challenges, successes, and operational insights of the program, including the daily intake and processing of emergency rental assistanc…
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The 2024 Cancer Warriors Walk for Hope (CWWH) is coming to Metropolis on October 5. This is the second of 3 episodes in our CWWH podcast series about this remarkable effort to combat cancer for those we serve every day and what it means to those living with and/or caring for someone with cancer. You'll hear from our region's three Hospitals, Hardin…
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The 2024 Cancer Warriors Walk for Hope (CWWH) is coming to Metropolis on October 5. This is the first of 3 episodes in our CWWH podcast series about this remarkable effort to combat cancer for those we serve every day and what it means to those living with and/or caring for someone with cancer. You'll hear from our region's two Federally Qualified …
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Executive Director Mckenzee and Nonprofit Specialist Julia talk about collaboration and cooperation between organizations! They list common pitfalls to relationship building, how to avoid them, and also how to communicate and work together in ways that enhance your capacity! Building community with like-minded organizations is a great way to streng…
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This episode of the Care CEO Success Stories podcast features Jac Owen, founder and managing director of Connect, which handles enquiries on behalf of care homes. Jac discusses with host Adam James of Springup PR how Connect helps care homes increase their occupancy by managing enquiries effectively - emphasising the importance of handling inquirie…
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In this episode of The Open Sanctuary Podcast, Community Education Specialist Andie Springirth is joined by special guest and Open Sanctuary Project contributor Dr. Emily Tronetti to discuss farmed animal agency and how to start centering it at your sanctuary to improve the overall health and well-being of the residents. In addition to exploring wh…
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What are the core objectives of the Veteran-Directed Care (VDC) program and how does it empower veterans and their caregivers? Allen Roberts, who supervises four of COAAA’s six impactful programs, joins us to unpack how this initiative empowers veterans to take control of their own care by employing caregivers, managing their budgets, and tailoring…
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Let me know what you think of this podcast, as well as any ideas you have for an episode. Email me at kwhite@coaaa.org! https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/ Copyright 2024 Central Ohio Area Agency On AgingΑπό τον Central Ohio Area Agency On Aging
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In this episode of The Open Sanctuary Podcast, Community Education Specialist Andie and Senior Advisor Tara discuss the vital role observation plays in many aspects of animal caregiving, focusing on how we can use our observation skills to assess our residents’ health and catch subtle signs of concern. --- This Episode’s Referenced Open Sanctuary P…
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In this episode of The Open Sanctuary Podcast, Senior Advisor Tara and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss the guiding principles we use to source compassionate care information. From examining the challenges of finding reliable sources that value the individual lives of animals as sentient beings to explaining how we assess specific care recommenda…
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Send us a Text Message. Ready to uncover the heartwarming reality of children’s hospices? Join us as Jules from the Treehouse Hospice in Ipswich, part of East Anglian Children's Hospices (EACH), shares an eye-opening tour of this inspiring sanctuary. Discover how this nature-filled environment busts the myths surrounding hospices by offering vibran…
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Community Education Specialist Andie and Senior Advisor Tara discuss some helpful strategies and tips on how your animal organization can thoughtfully approach and respond to common visitor questions that sanctuaries get asked by visitors. --- This Episode’s Referenced Resources: A Starter Guide to Common Questions Your Sanctuary Gets Asked and How…
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Richard and Nikki Bowdidge: Transforming Grief into Hope and Action for Young Cancer Patients
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Send us a Text Message. What if facing unimaginable loss could inspire unprecedented hope? Join us as we welcome Richard and Nikki Bowdidge, parents of the founder of a life-changing charity, a charity born from the heartbreak of their son Tom's cancer journey. Hear their compelling story of transforming grief into action, raising £1.7 million over…
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Community Education Specialist Andie and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss some helpful strategies and tips on how your animal organization can table at outreach events as effectively as possible. They offer insight on how tabling can be a beneficial way to connect with the public and raise awareness about issues that are important to your organiz…
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Research Specialist Amber, Community Education Specialist Andie, and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss how your animal organization can “bee” more friendly to bees and other pollinators! They offer insight into how bees and pollinators can support your sanctuary (and can help support you and your efforts), actionable tips on how to support pollina…
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the tender intersection of hospice and funeral care with Clare Montagu of Poppy's Funerals, where we delve into how her experiences shape a more compassionate approach to saying goodbye. As we sit down with this insightful CEO, you'll learn about the importance of personalized services for the bereaved and the decea…
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Research Specialist Amber Barnes and Senior Advisor Tara Hess discuss the importance of understanding how fresh, lush pastures can affect ruminant, camelid, and equine residents. In this episode, we talk about the joys of spring for residents and care staff but also the potential risks that may come along with the season. We take a peek into potent…
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You can prevent Hepatitis B Virus (Hep B or HBV) from causing liver cancer by simply getting tested and vaccinated if needed. In today’s episode, we’re gonna Zoom chat all the way to Chicago to talk with Alia Southworth from the Asian Health Coalition at the University of Chicago and Penn State University to find out what you need to know about thi…
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In this episode, we talk with Andy Haggard, a seasoned veteran in the realm of Medicare. With 23 years at COAAA, starting as a PASSPORT case manager before moving into community education, and outreach, and now spearheading Medicare outreach, Andy's vast experience is nothing short of impressive. His role also encompasses managing internal agency d…
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We welcome Medicaid specialists Michelle Rice and Shelby Fox from COAAA. In this episode, we'll unpack the complexities of Medicaid, exploring its eligibility criteria, the nuances of waiver programs, and the critical role of income and resources in determining coverage. Michelle and Shelby share their extensive experience and highlight common chal…
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In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast we'll talk with one of our Environmental Health experts about West Nile Virus including testing of mosquitoes in Southern Illinois, treatment of WNV, the 3 R's, and much more!Από τον Southern 7 Health Department
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It's tick season! In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast you’ll learn all about the Tick Surveillance program here at Southern 7 and what you can do prevent those little blood suckers from invading your home.Από τον Southern 7 Health Department
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Research Specialist Amber and Nonprofit Specialist Julia talk about donkeys! Amber explains some of the physiological, behavioral, social, and nutritional needs differences between horses and donkeys and how these impact what caregivers must consider in their day-to-day care of these individuals. We also talk about mules and the traits that make th…
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Send us a Text Message. Dr. Tim Leeson joins me, Jason Cattrell, to unveil the layers of his role as the spirituality lead for St Helena. We delve into the essence of conversations in hospice settings, where the focus shifts from spirituality to heartfelt discussions about what the patient wants to talk about. He deftly explains the importance of p…
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Community Education Specialist Andie Springirth and Executive Director Mckenzee Griffler discuss combatting biases that can harm farmed animals. Since much of human thinking, feeling, and behavior is guided by our biases, understanding biases that can negatively impact farmed animals is an important undertaking for animal sanctuaries. As communitie…
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This episode of the Care Home PR And Marketing Podcast features Stephen Forster, founder of the Care Social Network. Drawing from his background in care and recruitment, Stephen shares how to revolutionise care worker hiring for care homes. Stephen used to work as domiciliary care assistant in Huddersfield, and it was here that he advanced to HR ma…
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This episode of the Care Home PR And Marketing podcast features Saskia Binns, a communications, brand and marketing consultant who serves on Championing Social Care’s organising committee. Saskia shares how, when starting a new care home or care provider, “it's important to understand your brand positioning, demographics, competitors, and determine…
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S2 E6 - COAAA University The mission of COAAA University is to create a confident, competent, compassionate, and connected workforce. Learn from Erica Drewry, Director of Client Services, and Carrie Oswald, Clinical Operations Analyst, about the vision and planning efforts that have gone into the creation of COAAA University. The university, a trai…
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The “New Supe’ Group” is an educational, supportive, and mentorship program that was recently created for COAAA employees that recently were promoted into supervisory roles. Transitioning into this type of role can be challenging, with learning new programs, skills, and requirements. The goal of the New Supe Group is to create shared learning exper…
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Senior Advisor Tara Hess and Community Education Specialist Andie Springirth delve into the topic of goat resident safety. Why goat resident safety specifically? While sanctuary caregivers need to make sure residents of all species are safe, ensuring the safety of goats, in particular, can be a bit tricky, especially if you aren’t aware of the uniq…
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the empowering story of Dr. Liz O’Riordan, a breast cancer surgeon turned patient, who talks about the truth behind her dual identity in the realm of medicine. Our latest episode takes you through Liz's personal transition, delving into her fight against the very disease she once treated. As she navigates the stormy…
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Executive Director Mckenzee Griffler and Nonprofit Specialist Julia Magnus continue discussing animal sanctuary capacity. We review some of the many elements that play a role in determinations around capacity and discuss ways to make it easier for your organization and team when capacity limitations dictate that you say “no,” and discuss other ways…
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Thousands of calls, emails, website inquiries, and faxes come into COAAA each month. For individuals seeking information and assistance, there is a team at the agency ready to offer support. Learn how the screening team provides and educational and supportive environment from Marikate Leavens, Screening and Pre-Admission Review Manager, and Chelsee…
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Tim Duggan, Clinical Manager, and Anya Moore-Ridley, PASSPORT Assessor, share the process of scheduling and performing in-home assessments. Learn about income and level of care requirements to understand how older adults and people with disabilities qualify for home and community-based services. Key Takeaways 1. The assessment and enrollment team a…
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Executive Director Mckenzee Griffler and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss an essential metric for all sanctuaries to consider regularly: capacity. In this episode, we discuss many elements that play a role in determining an organization’s capacity, including spatial, quarantine, personnel, financial, regulatory, and emergency response capacity. W…
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Community Education Specialist Andie and Senior Advisor Tara revisit the topic of zoonotic disease, this time with a focus on mitigating the risk of transmission for sanctuary personnel. We start by sharing five measures folks can implement today to help protect personnel and then discuss three additional measures folks can implement that may take …
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Vaping is a fast growing health concern, especially among teens. In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast, you'll hear from one of our Health Educators at Southern 7 Health Department on its effects and what you can do to quit for good.Από τον Southern 7 Health Department
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S2 E3 - Title III The Older Americans Act mandates federal funding be used for meal, supportive, caregiving, and evidenced-based services for older adults across the U.S. With these funds come complex service specifications, billing requirements, and annual monitoring. Ann Bauman from Fiscal and Jackie Marchan-Rish from Provider Relations share how…
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Executive Director Mckenzee Griffler and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss some of the issues that can make fundraising an emotional challenge for those who come from a caregiver background. We also talk about the intersections between fundraising, capacity and storytelling, how to find a balance between these elements, and how we can bring some "…
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There is a very long list of health, safety, and educational services that Southern 7 Health Department offers to your family. In this episode, we'll talk about most of them, and give you the resources to learn them all.Από τον Southern 7 Health Department
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Little kids eat BIG, that's where WIC comes in. In this episode you'll learn all about the WIC program at Southern 7 and how it can help your family grow in many ways.Από τον Southern 7 Health Department
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Teaching your child healthy habits should include how to talk with their healthcare provider and scheduling regular medical appointments. In this episode of the Southern 7 Podcast you'll learn how the Adolescent Health Program at Southern 7 is doing just that through a partnership with Rural Health, Inc.…
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In this episode of The Open Sanctuary Podcast, “Sharing A New Framework For Understanding Roosters,” Senior Advisor Tara and Nonprofit Specialist Julia continue their rooster stigma discussion, debunking common rooster myths and stereotypes. We share ways that you as a sanctuary can actively bust rooster stigma through the adoption of careful langu…
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The federal Older Americans Act mandates and governs much of the work of Area Agencies on Aging in the U.S. One of the requirements is that each State Unit on Aging must produce a state plan. Ohio’s 12 Area Agencies on Aging develop their required strategic area plans every four years, which then coordinate with and inform the Ohio Department of Ag…
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In this episode, we learn the history of the Older Americans Act, the Federal and State budgeting processes, and just how important advocacy is to ensuring aging gets in, and stays in, the budgets. Grant Ames, COAAA Government and Community Relations Manager joins Beth Kowalczyk, O4A Chief Policy Officer, to discuss the role of policy in human serv…
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12 - Rooster Stigma Part 1: Dismantling Rooster Stigma in Your Caregiving and Education Practices
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In this episode of The Open Sanctuary Podcast, Senior Advisor Tara and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss some common myths about roosters that perpetuate rooster stigma. We address several common misconceptions, stigmas, and stereotypes about roosters, dismantle them one by one, and offer a new framework for understanding rooster behavior. --- Thi…
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In this episode of The Open Sanctuary Podcast, Community Education Specialist Andie Springirth and Senior Advisor Tara Hess delve into zoonotic disease transmission. What are zoonoses, and what are the ways in which they can spread? Why is it important to understand zoonotic disease transmission from an educational standpoint, and what are some of …
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Send us a Text Message. Can you imagine the pain of losing a loved one to suicide, compounded by a lack of resources, support, and societal understanding? We know this struggle is very real for many, and today's episode offers an intimate exploration of this heartrending journey. Our brave guest and my friend, Jenny Ruffle, shares her deeply moving…
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