The YA Media crew gets together with a group of high school seniors to discuss their future plans and all types of advice they have for other youth who are in the process of applying to college and beginning to plan their lives after high school.
The Youth Agency’s Aine McInerney sits down with New Milford residents Tracey Ruscil, Paula Taylor, Tammy McInerney, and Todd McInerney to discuss what it is like to be a parent to a child/children who are nuerodivergent, and resources that may be helpful to those experiencing this as well.Maria Leo:mleo@newmilford.orgOur Instagram with other helpful resources:https://www.instagram.com/Nmyouthagency/ Other NMYA Websites:https://youthagency.org/https://www.facebook.com/NMYouthAgency/https://www.youtube.com/@newmilfordyouthagencymedia6099
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-888-789-7777 or visit CCPG.ORG. This interview was conducted as part of Connecticut Youth and Gambling Awareness Project 2024 supported by CREC, CPG and PGS. Thank you to YA Media's Jack Morrison and Cole Bartmon for their work on this project. Also, thank you to Dylan Heydet, Elliet Shriver, Jayleen Paulino, and students Jonathan Dota, Tavi Storrs. Thank you to Sacred Heart University's James Geisler, Brian Dolan and Kathy Katts for this interview.
The Youth Agency’s Aine McInerney sits down with New Milford resident Sarah Seo to discuss her accomplishments as an Eagle Scout and first-year college student at WestConn.
Finlay sits down with Ray Hadden to discuss how to get involved with the Special Olympics and how it fosters opportunities for those with intellectual disabilities.Website: www.soct.org
Cole Bartmon sat down with Elizabeth Cotter, M.S., L.P.C., a Mental Heath Advocate, Presenter, Therapist, and Educator with a specialization in trauma-focused services for women, children, and young adults. They discuss all things social media and how the internet and modern technology affect all of us. Website:commonsense.org
Cole Bartmon talks with teens, Bryce Lewis, and guests Josh and Emma, about their challenges growing up in middle school and high school. Tune in to hear about dealing with the transitions into middle school and into high school. Please note, that the opinions stated in this podcast do not directly represent those of the New Milford Youth Agency. These opinions reflect the views of high school and middle school teenagers. Enjoy!
YA Media Crew Member Annabelle sits down with Abigail Wood to discuss suicide prevention and postvention. Resources:Western CoalitionDanbury7 Old Sherman, Danbury, CT 06810Waterbury Location117 East Aurora Street, Waterbury, CT 06708Website: wctcoalition.orgTel: 203-743-7741Abigail WoodBehavioral Health DirectorWestern CT CoalitionEmail: awood@wctcoalition.orgEdAdvance - Mental Health First Aid TrainingDiane Cassidy, MHAT-WCT Program CoordinatorEmail: cassidy@edadvance.org Tel: 860.567.0863 ext. 1252. CTSABStatewide Suicide Prevention Campaign - One Word, One Voice, One LifeWebsite: https://www.preventsuicidect.org/CT Crisis Help Line: 211National Suicide Hotline: 988Text Helpline: 741741
The YA Media Crew sat down with John, Nick, and Angela to discuss Apex's harm and reduction services. Apex Resources:Website - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/ Services - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/our-services/ HIV - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/hiv-services/ Substance Use and Behavioral Health - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/substance-use-and-behavioral-health/ Harm Reduction and Prevention Services - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/harm-reduction-and-prevention-services/ Support Groups - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/support-groups/Contact Apex - https://apexcommunitycarect.org/contact-us/ New Milford Locations - 30 Bridge Street, Suite 2, New Milford, CT 06776Prevention & Harm Reduction*Van Outreach*New Milford GreenTuesday - 2:00pm to 4:00pmLoaves & Fishes Hospitality House (40 Main St)Last Tuesday of every month - 4:00pm to 5:30pm
NMYA's Jack and Elliet interview Connecticut State Representative, Bill Buckbee. The group reflect on Mr. Buckbee's history in New Milford, and how he helps New Milford in Connecticut's State Congress.
Cole Bartmon talks with teens, Kyle, Finlay, Elliet, and Jack, about topics they're thinking about! Tune in to hear about their experiences with education, Covid-19, technology, and what it's like being a part of gen-z. Please note, that the opinions stated in this podcast do not directly represent those of the New Milford Youth Agency. These opinions reflect the views of high school teenagers. Enjoy!
Finlay and Kyle sat down with Mr. Stephen Matos to have a very informational conversation about the dangers of gambling and discuss prevention skills and strategies!In this podcast, Mr. Matos references the suicide rate among people with a gambling disorder. Please see this LINK reference regarding this statistic. If you or someone you know are affected by a gambling disorder text CTGAMB to 53342 or call 1-888-789-7777Other Resources:MCCA: https://mccaonline.com/Connecticut Council On Problem Gambling - https://ccpg.org/Problem Gambling Services: https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/Programs-and-Services/Problem-Gambling/PGS---Home-Page
Katy Francis, the Vice Chair for the New Milford Town Council, sits down with YA Media's Jack Morrison and Cole Bartmon for a discussion about how she and others keep New Milford running. Katy is also a Community Impact Coordinator for the Southern Litchfield County United Way, and a Rotarian. The three talk about how big a role volunteering plays in modern society. Please listen in and learn more.
With Ivana Butera, Ivana Butera, LMSW, Director of New Milford Social Services and Wanda Flyer, Volunteer and Program Coordinator sit down with YA Media’s Jack Morrison and Cole Bartmon for a discussion about how they help those in need here in New Milford. Although October is Hunger Action Month, Social Services works hard year around to serve our community. Please listen in and learn more.
Members of our YA Media crew came together on this podcast to share anecdotes and advice as children of divorced parents. From double holidays to sharing inside jokes, these teens talk about how divorce changed their perspective on the "perfect family" and reminds them that sometimes happily ever after takes a couple tries.
In today's episode, we are joined by Maryanne Shaffer, the Secretary of the Career Center for New Milford High School, and Steven Culbertson, the Career Pathway Coordinator. Together, they will be discussing the importance of considering options beyond high school, such as college and trade schools, as well as the resources available to help students make informed decisions about their future careers. Tune in to hear valuable insights and advice from these experts on how to set yourself up for success after high school.
YA Media sits down with a group of LGBTQ+ teens to talk about their experiences and opinions on everything from coming out to queer people in history.Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255Trevor Project Hotline: 1-866-488-7386Transgender Hotline: (877) 565-8860Resources/Support:https://www.thetrevorproject.org/https://translifeline.orgMore hotlines, chat rooms, and resources: https://www.hrc.org/resources/direct-online-and-phone-support-services-for-lgbtq-youth
YA Media is delighted to have Valerie J. Walsh back to our studio to talk to her about her recently published novel "Shattered to the Core", her CORE Fitness program, as well as a plethora of other important issues such as depression and alcoholism. This discussion left our crew with a new perspective on these problems and with tools to help them be there for others who may be struggling. Links:To purchase Valerie's book, click here!Valerie's Website - https://valeriejwalsh.com/
YA Media enjoyed sitting down with teacher and football coach Mason Flynn to discuss his experiences and what he's learned about the dangers and triumphs of sports over the years. They talk about mental health, sports injuries, and the pressures surrounding high school sports coupled along with the support he can offer as a coach.
YA Media sat down with Dr. Lindsey Maloney to discuss the issue of vaping, its widespread popularity among kids and teenagers, and its effects on health.