Not Alone Radio Program
Not Alone Radio Program, May 15: Toni Hoy, Author
Toni Hoy has written a poignant book called “Second Time Foster Child”, that I think is a must read for every parent with a child in need of mental health services, as well as every therapist, social worker, member of the legislature, the juvenile justice system, and the departments of health and human services.
Not Alone Radio Program, May 8: Gayle Bluebird
Not Alone’s guest today, Gayle Bluebird, is one of the early pioneers in developing trained peer support for people experiencing mental health disorders. She told us that she was a very sad and needy child; very touch hungry. (There are still mis-informed people today who tell us young children don’t experience mood disorders!)
Not Alone Radio Program, May 1: Timothy’s Law
Timothy was an energetic little boy, who by age 7, was becoming easily frustrated and developing a serious temper. His parents provided the experienced, professional help they could afford, but as with many insurance plans, the benefits are unequal and discriminatory when providing benefits for mood disorders, emotional, and behavioral disorders, or other brain disorders. Even though the parents worked two jobs to afford treatment, the costs escalated and their other boys were suffering from a lack of parental time. Timothy still needed treatment the parents couldn’t provide.
Not Alone Radio Program, April 24: Peer Support Groups
This week Not Alone enjoyed as our guests three members of the Omaha New Hope Support Group. What a delightful broadcast. Tim, Jessica, and Tami were fun, funny and such up-beat and positive people! These friends were all familiar with mood disorders, and had experienced plenty of troubled times, but through their support group and because of the encouragement and friendship they gave and received, their quality of life has definitely improved.
Not Alone Radio Program, April 17: Crisis Intervention Team Training for Law Enforcement
Our guests on Not Alone this week included Officer Leigh Culver with the Omaha Police Department, Nancy Engquist with Community Alliance, and Steve Spelic with Alegent Health Services. Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training for Law Enforcement has been a successful program since its inception in Memphis, Tenn. in 1988. It began in Omaha six years ago through a coalition of community mental health care advocates, providers, consumers and family members.
Not Alone Radio Program, April 10: Horizon Counseling and Recovery Center
We’ve been made aware that more and more people in Nebraska are becoming addicted to damaging personal behaviors. This week Not Alone talked with the Horizon Recovery and Counseling Center in Hastings, Neb., which specializes in drug and alcohol recovery programs. Participants are offered Christian counseling and treatment through individual and group sessions, as well as an opportunity to live in Unity House for after-care treatment.
Not Alone Radio Program, April 3: Tom Warren
Tom Warren, the President and CEO of the Urban League of Nebraska was Not Alone’s guest today. What an impressive man. He grew up in Omaha, attended college, and became an Omaha police officer, attaining the rank of Chief before his retirement. Instead of relishing years with decreased responsibility after leaving the Omaha Police Department, Chief Warren chose instead to give back to the community via a new route leading the Urban League of Nebraska.
Not Alone Radio Program, Mar. 27: The Lionheart Foundation
So often at the close of a Not Alone broadcast I find myself totally humbled, yet inspired and energized, by the story of our guests. Today’s broadcast fascinated me. Robin Casarjian realized that emotional illiteracy was not only the root cause of crime, failed relationships, and failed lives, but was frequently the heritage of generations.
Not Alone Radio Program, Mar. 20: Catholic Charities Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation
The spring season is a time of hope and renewal and it sparks interest in trying once again to change habits of addiction. We asked friends from Catholic Charities to join us and talk about opportunities and options for successful treatment. Mike Phillips, Director of Campus for Hope, shared that many times clients do arrive at their absolute worst, unable to see anything positive or sustaining about their life; they are frequently beyond caring. The mission of Campus for Hope is to help clients find their spirit’s resiliency, to see the good, the worth, the valuable treasure within themselves, and then help them develop the tools and skills needed to maintain a lifetime of safety and sobriety. It is not an easy process, and needs to be taken one step at a time, but life can and does change for the better.
Not Alone Radio Program, Mar. 13: Social Work Students
It is always a positive when we interview students. They are excited about their career choice and eager to graduate and begin work. Their enthusiasm and belief in the future is contagious and heart-warming. Our guests on Not Alone, Zaki Phillips, a graduate student at UNO School of Social Work, and Nathan Howland, an undergrad at UNO created just that atmosphere.
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