Guest: Josh Gotlib, Insight Northwest Recovery

In this episode, we chat with Josh Gotlib from Insight Northwest Recovery, a new outpatient addiction and mental health recovery center for teens and young adults in Eugene.

We discuss why Eugene has needed this resource and how teens and young adults can seek the help they need. We also explore what parents can do for their children struggling with addiction or mental health issues.

Josh shares his efforts to dispel the myths and stigmas surrounding mental health and addiction.

It's 2024, and it's no longer taboo to have a therapist.

We delve into some of the contributing factors to the increase in mental health and addiction issues, including the Covid-19 pandemic and social media.

Links from this episode:

• Insight Northwest Recovery - Find resources for addiction and mental health
• Book recommendation: The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt
• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - Available 24/7
• High Street Tonics

Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical advice on addressing addiction and mental health issues in our community.

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Yep, that's right. Teens are excited about school and making an impact in the community.

In this episode, we dive into an exciting new initiative with guests from the Eugene 4J School District. Discover how their students are making a significant impact in the community through the CALCI program.

About the CALCI Program:

CALCI is a groundbreaking program for 11th and 12th graders in Eugene that combines career-connected applied learning with community impact projects. This unique approach gives students a competitive edge whether they are heading to college or directly into the workforce. The program aims to spread the word to students, families, and community members in Eugene, encouraging more students to take advantage of this opportunity and fostering collaborations that enhance our community.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• What the CALCI program is all about.
• The importance of CALCI for students, teachers, parents, and the community.
• The various community partners involved and how they are preparing students for the real world
• How CALCI helps the community, setting up students for success after high school.
• Ways to get your child excited about school and eager to share their experiences.
• How to become a community partner and influence the next generation in your industry.

Learn More About the CALCI Program:

• Instagram: @4jschools

• CALCI Program: CALCI Program
  

Tune in to find out how CALCI is shaping the future and making our community a better place!

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You Deserve an Exceptional Park w/ Ariel Lissman of the Eugene Parks Foundation

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Ariel Lissman from the Eugene Parks Foundation. Ariel enlightens us on the concept of an "Exceptional Park" and discusses why everyone deserves to have one in their neighborhood.

He delves into the ongoing efforts by the City of Eugene and the Eugene Parks Foundation to transform local parks into vibrant, inclusive spaces that offer much more than just swings and slides.

Ariel also tackles common myths about park safety and outlines innovative plans for integrating local art, storytelling, and natural elements into park designs, ensuring they cater to community members of all ages.

Join us as we explore how these spaces are meticulously crafted to be clean, accessible, and secure environments for everyone to enjoy.

For more insights and to learn how you can support the transformative projects of the Eugene Parks Foundation, visit their website at Eugene Parks Foundation.

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