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716 Together is a weekly audio town hall designed to inform, inspire and empower our community on the social, economic and health issues that affect Buffalo and Western New York. Hosted by personalities from 103.3 The Edge, Classic Hits 104.1 and 97 Rock, join us for new episodes every week featuring engaging conversation with a wide scope of local leaders addressing the most relevant topic of the day.
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This week we are joined by Rev. Msgr. David LiPuma and Tom Lucia from OLV Charities, an organization that provides much-needed financial and in-kind support (critical business operations such as information technology, facilities and finance) to its mission partners, among them OLV Human Services, OLV National Shrine & Basilica and Camp Turner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our guest today is Grace Guest House -- Grace seeks to enable families to focus on their loved ones while we focus on the well-being of those families, out-patients and caregivers referred to us through regional healthcare facilities. Grace provides overnight stays and day respite in a secure and peaceful guest house that provides a caring and compassionate environment 24/7, is walking distance to Mercy Hospital and a complimentary shuttle drive away from all of Buffalo’s healthcare facilities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today's show explores One Goal Coalition and their mission in the community. They've partnered with Harvest House, an organization that works to break down the barriers keeping people in poverty by providing integrated and inclusive support services to underserved and marginalized communities in East Buffalo. Also featured is Every Bottom Covered -- Western New York's Diaper Bank. They champion diaper need and provides diapers and basic hygiene needs to underserved families and advocates for them across eight counties in Western New York. In addition to the services provided, they discuss their upcoming event on November 23, 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our guest is Marianne Hoover of the Ovarian Cancer Project. Founded in 2012, their mission is to provide education on the symptoms and risk factors of ovarian cancer and all gynecologic cancers and to provide supportive services to survivors and their families experiencing these cancers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We are joined by Mark Zimmerman to learn more about Challenger Sports League Inc. - a safe and happy place for individuals of all ages, with disabilities, to experience the joy of athletic participation at a level within each individual’s capabilities. Their mission is for everyone to experience the fun of competition where everyone wins!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Niagara Frontier Radio Reading Service empowers people who are blind or have a print disability with the right to information - giving thousands of people throughout Western New York and Southern Ontario who are blind or find reading a challenge 24/7 free access to dozens of local and national print publications. Mike Benzin joins the show to talk about their organization.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stacy Arlain of Project Homeless Connect 2024 joins the show to talk about this national, one-day, one-stop event held every fall to link our neighbors in need to essential services in the community. Every year, PHC aims to make a significant impact on the quality of life of those who attend, to treat them with dignity that inspires hope on their journeys home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our guest is Dave Barto, from Align Western New York -- a Social Welfare Organization dedicated to providing people in the Niagara Frontier region access to goods, services and housing they may not be able to secure on their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Alpa Patel joins us to discuss the VOICES of Black Women -- a study led by the American Cancer Society. The focus of this study is to better understand cancer and other health conditions among Black women. Participation in VOICES involves completing an online health and life history survey at enrollment and updating information twice a year for at least 30 years. Results from this study will help inform how to improve the health of Black women for generations to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Western New York Mountain Bicycling Association is a non-profit association whose mission is to create, enhance, and preserve trail opportunities in Western New York State for mountain bikers and hikers everywhere to enjoy. Our guest is Media Director Nik Barnum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pastor Darcy and representatives of Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Depew join the show to talk about their Child Development Center and Adult Day Health Center. The adult program provides a safe, nurturing environment for adults who require assistance in daily living and who benefit from socialization in a structured program. The children's program provideds high quality, affordable childcare for infants from age 6 weeks through school agers up to age 12. Lord of Life is licensed by New York State OCFS and contract with the Department of Social Services.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lindsay Brauer Dzielski is our guest from COT Neighbors United. They are a grassroots group of citizens from the City of Tonawanda dedicated to making a difference in their community through various citizen-led initiatives. Their Mission is to develop and implement creative community-based strategies to build strong neighborhoods, improve the quality of life for residents, families and neighbors by working together on projects that will enhance the physical image of the city, enhance the condition of homes, playgrounds and public spaces and instill a sense of neighborhood pride and social engagement. Learn about their organization and upcoming event on 9/21/24.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anne Nowak, from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention joins the show to discuss their mission as a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rachelyn Noworyta, from Locust Street Art joins the show to discuss their organization that offers a variety of Community Supported free studio arts classes from age 4 to senior adult, low-cost specialized workshops and custom services to our community and beyond.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brian Flagler is our guest this week to help us learn about the MassiveLAN chapter of LANFest and their fundraising efforts for FeedMore WNY's Capital Campaign. MassiveLAN is Western New York's Largest BYOC (Bring your own Computer/Console) LAN Party Event. Attendees and streamers come from far and wide to hang out and enjoy video games, board games, classic arcade games, and other fun mini-game activities, through a weekend long event filled with tournaments, casual play, and more! Players of all ages are welcome to attend, and MassiveLAN provides both a competitive, and casual atmosphere for all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Karl Kozlowski from the Main Transit Volunteer Fire Department joins the program to discuss the role of volunteer fire companies in Western New York, member recruitment, training, services provides and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our guest is Elena Kilgore, founder of Other People Fund, whose believe is that everyone can benefit from therapy. Every purchase from Other People Fund helps offset the cost of therapy for someone who needs it. They donate directly to their partner organization: Support for the Psyche Inc. Support for the Psyche accepts applications for therapy aid and works with applicants and therapy providers to cover the cost of sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week our guest is Charlene Thomas as we learn about Haircuts For Those In Need -- a Buffalo, NY based 501c3 non-profit, founded in 2018. They offer free haircuts to anyone in need, no questions asked! Currently, their volunteers provide 60-100 free haircuts every month at shelters located throughout Buffalo and Niagara Falls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our guests this week are from Jericho Road Community Health Center. Darcy Kennedy and Catharine Grainge discuss their mission of providing excellent medical care to all who walk through the doors, regardless of their ability to pay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learn more about the WNY Women's Foundation and their mission to transform systems, culture, and policy to create opportunities for each woman to thrive. Our guest is Suzanne D'Amico.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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